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Alumni Spotlight

Meet the GNOYO Class of 2026

GNOYO Violinist Chad Harris graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School and will be attending George Washington University majoring in biomedical engineering and international business. Chad’s favorite memory of GNOYO were the people she met each year. She enjoyed getting to know her stand partners and making friends, many of whom she is still close to today! Chad […]

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GNOYO Bassist Andy Hu to represent Louisiana accepted for the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America/ NYO-USA for the 2026 Season

GNOYO Bassist, Andy Hu (17, Benjamin Franklin High School) has been accepted into the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America. Following a comprehensive audition process and a multi-week training residency with leading professional orchestra musicians, these remarkable teenagers embark on a tour to some of the great music capitals of the world […]

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Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestras Announces Prestigious Selection for 2027 Midori Orchestra Residencies Program

Acclaimed violinist Midori selects GNOYO as first place winner for North American 2026-27 concert season Residency program in New Orleans March 17 – 21, 2027, with finale performance on March 21. June 16, 2026 (NEW ORLEANS, LA) — The Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestras (GNOYO), a non-profit organization providing students ages six to pre-professional the opportunity […]

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