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Music Director Search Announcement
Dear DYAO Family and Friends, We write to you today with exciting news and deep gratitude for your continued support of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra. This organization’s strength comes from your belief in what we do and we are proud to share several important...
Meet DYAO’s Interim Executive Director: Michael Williams
DYAO is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Williams to the role of Interim Executive Director! Michael Williams is an experienced arts administrator, fundraiser, educator, and flutist. He most recently served as Development Manager for the National Flute...
Getting to Know You: Timothy Dombrowski
Timothy Dombrowski is this season's YAO Chamber Concerto Competition Winner! Timothy Dombrowski is a bass trombonist from Centennial, Colorado. He will graduate in 2026 from Heritage High School. Timothy has been a member of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra since...
New Music Release: Marion Bauer’s American Youth Concerto
Exciting News - DYAO is proud to announce our next featured recording to hit your favorite streaming services. Our live concert recording of Marion Bauer's "American Youth Concerto" featuring the incredible Clare Longendyke is now LIVE! Listen to it on Spotify below...
Getting to Know You: Sylvia Yu, Conservatory Orchestra Concerto Competition Winner
Sylvia Yu is this season's Concerto Competition Winner for DYAO's Conservatory Orchestra. Sylvia Yu’s musical journey began at the age of 7 when she discovered her love for the piano. Under the guidance of Ling McLoughlin, she perfected her skills and achieved...
Getting to Know You: Gavin & Zac Schleiger, String Ensemble & Allegro Strings Concerto Competition Winners
Music is a family affair! Brothers Gavin and Zac Schleiger each came out on top in their respective Concerto Competitions for DYAO's String Ensemble and Allegro Strings. Read more about these fantastic young musicians! Zachary Schleiger, Cello - Allegro Strings...
Getting to Know You: Alexander Peterson, 2025 YAO Concerto Competition Winner
DYAO cellist and member of the Young Artists Orchestra, Alexander Peterson, is the 2025 YAO Concerto Competition Winner! Read on to learn more about Alexander. Alexander Peterson is a senior in high school at Kent Denver and hopes to attend college as a music and...