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As we mark a significant milestone in the history of the Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestras (TRYPO), we invite you to join us in celebrating our 50th anniversary! For half a century, TRYPO has been dedicated to nurturing the talents of young musicians, providing them with the resources, guidance, and opportunities to excel in their musical journeys. To commemorate this special occasion, we’ve created a special anniversary video that showcases the incredible journey we’ve embarked on together. From humble beginnings to becoming a vital part of Pittsburgh’s cultural fabric, our story is one of passion, dedication, and the transformative power …

Dates: YPO Members: August 30 – September 1 Symphonette Members: August 31 – September 1 Location: Ligonier Camp Description: Get ready for an amazing adventure at our YPO & Symphonette Mini Camp! This intensive retreat is packed with fun and music. You’ll work closely with TRYPO’s artistic and administrative staff, hang out with cool parent chaperones, and dive into the 2024-25 season’s awesome repertoire. Plus, it’s a great chance to make new friends and bond with your fellow musicians. Don’t forget, attendance is mandatory, so be sure to mark your calendars for this unforgettable weekend!    

Join us for an unforgettable evening as TRYPO presents our Send Us Off Concert, a spectacular prelude to YPO’s 2024 Tour. This exceptional event will showcase the remarkable talents of our Young Peoples Orchestra as they prepare to embark on a musical journey to Germany and Prague. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of TRYPO’s music and be part of a memorable send-off. Invite your family and friends for an evening of inspiring performances and heartfelt farewells. Tickets are free with a suggested donation but online registration is required. To register for tickets, CLICK HERE. Please contact staff@trypo.org …

It’s that time of year already where we feature our 2023-24 season Senior musicians! Today we are featuring three string musicians from our cello and bass sections. Learn more about Riley, Ali, and Maggie below! Riley Riley has been a part of the #TRYPOfam for six year. During her time in TRYPO, Riley has played  in Symphonette and Young Peoples Orchestra. When asked why she wanted to join TRYPO, Riley said she wanted to play more challenging music and meet new people with the same interests as her. Her favorite memory from her time in TRYPO is going to New …

Save the date for our Spring Concert Cheers to 50 Years! on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Carnegie Music Hall of Oakland featuring Broadway Icon, Norm Lewis Celebrate this dynamic community of young musicians. Please register for tickets in advance and plan to arrive early to enjoy concessions in the lobby. General admission tickets will be $25. Limited reserved seating is available with a VIP ticket purchase. Learn more and reserve your tickets HERE! 

Save the date for our Spring Concert Series: Cheers to 50 Years on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Carnegie Music Hall of Oakland Celebrate this dynamic community of young musicians. Program information to come. Please register for tickets in advance and plan to arrive early to enjoy concessions in the lobby. As with every TRYPO concert, general admission tickets are free with a suggested donation. Limited reserved seating is available with a VIP ticket purchase. Learn more and reserve your tickets HERE! 

Symphonette and Tutti Strings Conductor, Pierce Cook talks about the importance of picking diverse repertoire and shares his favorite Black composers:  If you are in any industry for any period of time, and you are making any effort to be any good, you come up with your own little trade secrets. Now, my mother always taught me not to keep secrets, so I plan to start sharing all of mine. Here is my first hard-won secret!  Has anyone ever told you that you need some R n’ R? We all do. That’s rest and relaxation. Unless of course you are …