REFLECTION: A REMARKABLE SEASON
Dear Friends, The 2019-2020 season was a remarkable one in many
Thank you for being part of this remarkable season. Your
ways. We were thrilled to celebrate our 80th anniversary
support and commitment have ensured that we continue
of serving youth with transformative music education.
to train the next generation of leaders with the best in
We marvel at the growth of our organization and know
orchestral music education.
that it is because of you—our community of patrons, partners, music educators, and supporters—that we
As we enter the next phase of our organization, we hope
continue to offer our students the best in orchestral
you will continue to support us as we provide life-changing
music education.
music education to our talented and dedicated students.
Our organization has dramatically grown and expanded
With all best regards,
over the past 15 years, and so our 80th Anniversary milestone presented an ideal occasion to implement changes that reflect this growth. Our new organizational banner, PYO Music Institute, conveys the breadth and depth of our programs and the impact we are having on more students in more ways than ever. The timing of this change could not be more appropriate. Music is a great unifier of people and a vehicle for social
Louis Scaglione President and Music Director
change. Being a member of an orchestra is a model for community as it brings people together as peers from all segments of our society to play in harmony. Now is the time when we must listen to each other, learn from one another, and grow together.
Dear Friends
This season was also remarkable in that our society
was greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this report, we outline many of the innovations and
opportunities that have come from this challenging time. The work of our students and faculty this season is a
testament to their resiliency and continued pursuit of excellence.
2019-2020: IMPACT REPORT • 1
