KIDS & FAMILIES

This interactive concert will appeal to the imagination and wonder of young children, while enchanting the whole family. The performance features the talented young musicians of the acclaimed Florida Youth Orchestra – ages 7-16 – who will present an exciting classical music experience. The performance includes an instrument “Play Pen,” where audience members hold and use actual instruments. Be part of the fun with "Major Music Presents," an introduction to the magical world of classical music!

With performances at New York’s Carnegie Hall and Washington, D.C.’s Kennedy Center, the Florida Youth Orchestra (FYO) has provided high-quality classical music education for young, talented musicians, ages 4-18, since 1988. Over 360 members strong, the orchestra continues to be recognized as Florida’s premier youth orchestra. Students participate in seven divisions, working with a faculty of 22 professional musicians. Performances are offered for thousands of concertgoers annually, in addition to regular appearances on local and national television and radio. FYO also has five professionally recorded CDs.

This performance is part of the Center’s 2012 Family Performing Arts Season.