Young Artists Program

A dynamic young pianist who has performed at Carnegie Hall and maintains an active performance schedule throughout the region.

A talented vocalist who has performed with Glimmerglass Opera and maintains an active performance career.

An accomplished dancer bringing contemporary movement and artistic expression to the concert stage.

A versatile musician skilled on multiple instruments, bringing diverse musical styles to each performance.

A talented saxophonist with experience in both classical and jazz performance styles.

An accomplished violinist with extensive solo and ensemble experience.

A skilled harpist bringing the ethereal sounds of the harp to concert audiences.

A classical guitarist with a passion for both traditional and contemporary repertoire.

A dynamic piano duo bringing four-hand repertoire and synchronized artistry to the stage.

A soprano with classical training and a broad vocal repertoire.

Freshman at Hartwick College pursuing music and biochemistry. Has performed with multiple ensembles including Area All-State Band and Catskill Valley Wind Ensemble.

Twelve-year-old cellist and seventh grader. Studies with Ruth Berry and is a member of the Little Delaware Youth Ensemble with perfect NYSSMA scores.

Junior Music major at Hartwick College from Dublin, Ireland. Performs on saxophone and clarinet with numerous organizations spanning the US.

College of Saint Rose piano performance graduate and 2019 Concerto Competition winner. Performed Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 19 with the Saint Rose Symphony Orchestra.

13-year-old soprano who performed the national anthem at Citi Field. Selected for Area All-State with perfect NYSSMA scores. Studies voice with Kimberly Collison.

Hartwick College junior and Music Education major. Principal clarinetist of SUCO-Hartwick Orchestra. Completed internship in Austria studying with Peter Forcher.

Piano student for 12 years from Sidney, NY. Performed with jazz bands and studies with Robert Roman of SUNY Oneonta. Winner of science and computing awards.

Eighth grade student who has played flute for five years. Member of multiple bands and ensembles with leadership roles in student government.

Established in 2000, provides ensemble experience for young string players from four counties. Rehearses weekly and performs four public concerts annually.

10-year-old violinist playing since age 3. Studies at Kanack School in Rochester with Lee Byrne. Enjoys improvisation and chamber music.

Twin sisters from Sidney, NY. Both study violin and piano, members of Little Delaware Youth Ensemble and Binghamton Youth Symphony.

Multi-instrumentalist and academic scholar. Freshman at Hartwick College studying biology and music performance. First chair All-County twice.

9th grader and concertmaster of Little Delaware Youth Ensemble. Member of Binghamton Youth Symphony Orchestra with extensive summer camp experience.

15-year-old home-schooled pianist studying with Fideliz Campbell. Also plays violin and dances with the Decker School of Ballet.

Brother and sister duo from Cooperstown. Lucian selected for Area All-State Orchestra, Quinn for All-County Chorus and Band. Previously performed as Lytel Trio.

7th grader specializing in Hip Hop, Ballet, Contemporary, and Jazz. Active in musical theater with Orpheus Theatre in multiple productions.

High school junior and first chair clarinetist. NYSSMA Level 6 solo with score of 98. Member of All-State Regional band and robotics team.

String ensemble providing crucial ensemble experience for young musicians from four counties in central New York.

10-year-old pianist studying with Kristina Turechek. Admires Horowitz, Brendel, and Russian pianists known for their passionate playing style.

12-year-old gospel singer. First place winner at Otsego County Fair Mini Karaoke Competition and State Fair semi-finalist.

Sam, Lucian, and Quinn Lytel on violin, viola, and violin. Studied at Hochstein School and with Marie Tucker. All achieved outstanding NYSSMA ratings.

9-year-old pianist and fifth-grader at Greater Plains Elementary. Studies with Kristina Turechek with favorite composers Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and Chopin.

Started violin at age three. Enrolled in Ithaca Talent Education Program, toured with Heifetz Ensemble in the Carolinas and Mexico.

Senior at GMUCS, principal flute of Symphonic Band and Binghamton Youth Symphony. Perfect NYSSMA scores on All-State Solos in 2014 and 2015.

Third-year Ithaca College student double majoring in cello performance and composition. Principal cellist of Chamber Orchestra, attended Brevard Summer Arts Festival.

14-year-old soprano from Delancey. Dreams of attending Juilliard and playing Christine in Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. Outstanding NYSSMA scores.

Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Fronts rock band Owen and the Nepotists, performed at UK Ukulele Festival, toured Southwest US.

SUNY Oneonta senior in Music Industry with percussion performance minor. Member of multiple ensembles and drumlines, studies with Julie Licata.

High school junior and co-concertmaster of Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. Winner of MTNA New York State High School String Competition.

15-year-old dancer from Delhi. Studies at Elite Dance Academy and Donna Decker School of Ballet. Earned platinum and elite gold medals in competitions.

Senior at Milford Central School, first chair saxophonist in concert and jazz bands. Exchange student in Thailand, son of clarinetist Robin Seletsky.

Senior at GMUHS, member of Binghamton Symphony Youth Orchestra. Five-year attendee of NY Summer Music Festival, Level 6 NYSSMA soloist.

13-year-old soprano studying classical song literature. Dreams of Juilliard and Broadway. Outstanding NYSSMA scores, performed "Think of Me" to standing ovation.

17-year-old home-schooled violinist. Member of Empire State Youth Orchestras, toured China and South Korea. Active in chamber music.

Multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter. International performer at UK Ukulele Festival. Fronts rock band Owen and the Nepotists.

Home-schooled brothers from Margaretville. Both started violin six years ago, perform for Open Eye Theatre and Delaware & Ulster Railroad events.

Empire State Youth Orchestra member, won Lois Lyman Concerto Competition. Toured Asia as principal cellist, 3rd prize Anthony R. Stefan Scholarship Competition.

Seven-year flutist with Binghamton Youth Symphony. A+ NYSSMA scores, 2nd place Empire State Youth Competition, won BYS Concerto Competition.

Debut performance, returned by popular demand. Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with international performance experience.