National Youth Orchestra of China (original) (raw)

The National Youth Orchestra of China (NYO-China, Chinese: 中华青少年交响乐团) is a full symphony youth orchestra composed of approximately 100 Chinese musicians aged 14 to 21 years old. Students from all over China audition to participate in a two-week training residency before performing alongside a renowned soloist and conductor in premier venues throughout the world. The program is provided at no cost to students; all expenses, including travel, housing, and meals, are covered by the organization's supporters.