PYP Named Portland’s Best Musical Group for the Second Year in a Row!

Posted on July 22, 2026

We are proud to share that Portland Youth Philharmonic has been named Best Musical Group in Willamette Week’s Best of Portland 2026 readers’ poll. This marks our second year in a row receiving this incredible honor!

Winning two years running means so much because this recognition comes directly from our community. It celebrates the extraordinary young musicians who bring every performance to... Read More ›

Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Season 103 Celebrates Growth, Discovery, and Music in Motion

Posted on July 12, 2026

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Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Season 103 brings together a wide-ranging collection of works that stretch across continents, centuries, and musical traditions. From the Spanish colors of Rodrigo and Turina to the sweeping emotional world of Mahler, the season reflects... Read More ›

Celebrating Juneteenth Through the Music of Jessie Montgomery

Posted on June 18, 2026

As we celebrate Juneteenth, Portland Youth Philharmonic is proud to recognize the contributions of Black composers whose creativity and artistry continue to shape the classical music landscape. Among the most influential voices working today is acclaimed American composer, violinist, and educator Jessie Montgomery.

Montgomery’s music has become a favorite among musicians and audiences alike for its energy, imagination, and distinctive voice. Drawing... Read More ›

Season 102 Recap: A Season of Transformation, Momentum, and Community

Posted on May 18, 2026

Season 102 was a landmark year for Portland Youth Philharmonic.

Across four major performances at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, expanded community programming, and one of the most significant organizational milestones in recent history, PYP celebrated a season defined by artistic ambition, connection, and forward momentum.

Lucy Joo, Soloist for Season 102 opener, Rising Winds

The season opened in November with Rising Winds,... Read More ›

Portland Youth Philharmonic Appoints Ken Selden as Conductor of Portland Youth Conservatory Orchestra!

Posted on April 16, 2026

Portland Youth Philharmonic is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Selden as Conductor of Portland Youth Conservatory Orchestra. After serving as interim conductor since January, Selden now steps into the role permanently, joining PYP’s artistic staff alongside Music Director David Hattner, PYSE Conductor Inés Voglar Belgique, and PYWE Conductor Giancarlo Castro.

Selden brings a deep well of experience as both a... Read More ›

The Final Movement Begins: A Three-Concert Finale to Season 102

Posted on March 19, 2026

As Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Season 102 builds toward its conclusion, three performances in early May offer audiences some of the most compelling live classical music in Portland this spring. These concerts are a reflection of months of dedication, growth, and artistry from some of the region’s most talented young musicians.

For those looking for things to do in Portland this May, this... Read More ›