Where young musicians shape the sound of Western Sydney.
Season 2026
Penrith Youth Orchestra
Witness Western Sydney’s brightest young musicians perform alongside Australia’s leading ensembles. Guided by celebrated mentors, Penrith Youth Orchestra brings skill, ambition, and community pride to every unforgettable concert.
Join us for an incredible season where talent meets artistry.
MOMENTUM+
Celebrate the power of music, learning, and community with this vibrant program of cinematic and symphonic favourites. Journey through the emotional landscapes of Cinema Paradiso by Ennio Morricone, the evocative imagery of Borodin’s In the Steppes of Central Asia, and the timeless drama of Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite No. 1.
Sunday 1 March 2026 at 3pm We acknowledge the Dharug and Gundungurra peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters of Penrith and the Nepean River. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and honour the deep cultural knowledge, creativity and storytelling that have shaped this region for tens of thousands of years. At PP&VA, we are committed to listening, learning and celebrating the enduring cultural strength of First Nations communities. Always was, always will be.
ORIGINS+
Discover the rich textures of music inspired by folk, drama, and lyrical beauty. Featuring Grainger’s evocative The Lost Lady Found, the pulsating energy of Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances, Bizet’s sensuous Habanera, and Tchaikovsky’s majestic Russian Choral and Overture.
Sunday 21 June 2026 at 3pm
Standard $35 Concession $30
Family of Four Pass $128
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PULSE+
Feel the rhythm of pure delight in a program brimming with charm and energy. From the playful magic of Mary Poppins, to Mozart’s sparkling Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Glière’s spirited Russian Sailors Dance, and the triumphant fanfare of Wagner’s Tannhäuser March
Sunday 16 August 2026 at 3pm
EVOLVE+
A season finale filled vibrant musical storytelling. Highlights include Holst’s lively St Paul’s Suite, Grainger’s expressive A Percy Grainger Portrait, Berlioz’s dramatic March to the Scaffold, and a world premiere from the Penrith Conservatorium of Music’s Young Composer Program.
Sunday 15 November 2026 at 3pm
Join Penrith Youth Orchestra
Develop your skills, gain performance experience, and be part of Western Sydney’s vibrant musical community.
Open to young musicians aged 6–25, PYO offers expert tuition, ensemble rehearsals, and workshops led by professional musicians from the Australian Chamber Orchestra, The Australian Haydn Ensemble, Bach Akademie Australia and Penrith Symphony Orchestra.
Applications for 2026 are now open.
Support Penrith Youth Orchestra
Make a lasting impact on the future of music in Western Sydney. Your donation or sponsorship empowers Penrith Conservatorium of Music to provide scholarships, fund workshops, and create performance opportunities for aspiring musicians through its ensemble and orchestral programs.
Help young talent flourish, share their music with the community, and be part of a vibrant movement that nurtures creativity and excellence.
Penrith Conservatorium of Music
Location: The Joan, 597 High Street, Penrith
Tickets: penrithcon.com.au | boxoffice@penrith.city | 02 4723 7600