CSUN Youth Orchestra - Show Tickets

The CSUN Youth Orchestra (CSUNYO) is CSUN’s long-running youth orchestras program, tracing its roots to the 1970s when it began as the Valley Young People’s Orchestra. Today, CSUNYO brings together more than 250 student musicians across six ensembles, including Camerata Strings, Camerata Strings & Symphony, Philharmonic, and Symphony. Conductors lead each ensemble, with Kimberly Blake-Kilgore directing Camerata Strings and Elizabeth Blake guiding the Symphony; other ensembles are led by CSUN faculty within the Department of Music. CSUNYO specializes in classical orchestral repertoire performed by dedicated youth musicians and is routinely featured in CSUN News & Events as Classical Music. This page highlights the group’s history, discography highlights, and a detailed look at upcoming performances tied to CSUNYO’s touring schedule.

CSUNYO’s 2025 tour features performances at renowned venues across Southern California, including the Plaza del Sol Performance Hall, The Soraya, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Notable 2025 dates include Concert 2: Philharmonic on March 9 at Plaza del Sol, the Gala Concert on May 4 at The Soraya, CSUNYO at Disney Hall on June 17, and a concerts-and-ensemble lineup on November 23 at Plaza del Sol. While CSUNYO does not maintain a standalone social media channel, updates and official announcements come through CSUN’s Department of Music and CSUN News & Events. Secure your seats early to witness the next generation of classical talent from CSUN’s vibrant music programs.