About the DC Youth Orchestra Program
Founded in 1960, DCYOP has been an integral part of the Washington, D.C. community, fostering the musical and academic development of more than 60,000 youth since its inception. Today, DCYOP serves more than 600 students each week in Saturday and after-school programs. The program’s group lessons and ensembles, culminating in the renowned DC Youth Orchestra, serve a diverse community of students ages 4½ to 18 who come from across the D.C. metropolitan area.