FWYO NEWS

Fort Worth Youth Orchestra is pleased to welcome Meryl Gunter as Senior Manager of Institutional Giving, bringing more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership, fundraising, consulting and organizational development experience—and a personal connection to FWYO and its mission. Meryl is no stranger to the Fort Worth Youth Orchestra. She was an FWYO parent when her son participated in the orchestra during high school, an experience she remembers as an important part of his growth

September 3, 2026 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FORT WORTH, TX — The Fort Worth Youth Orchestra proudly announces its upcoming season, bringing together extraordinary young musicians for a dynamic lineup of orchestral, chamber, jazz, and community performances. From beloved masterworks and holiday traditions to a special residency and concert with internationally acclaimed violinist Midori, the season offers exciting musical experiences for audiences throughout North Texas. Tickets

We're thrilled to welcome Carly Addison as the new conductor of the Fort Worth Youth Orchestra's Junior String Orchestra (JSO) beginning Fall 2026! Mrs. Addison brings a wealth of experience as an orchestra educator, conductor, and advocate for inclusive music education. Throughout her distinguished career, she has served as an orchestra director at Wylie ISD, Irving High School, Austin Middle School, and Little Rock Central High School. Under her leadership, her students hav

Eighty-one graduating seniors earn more than $3 million in college scholarships. As the Fort Worth Youth Orchestra closes another remarkable season, we are proud to celebrate our graduating Class of 2026—81 talented young musicians whose dedication, leadership, and achievements have left a lasting mark on our organization. Collectively, this year's graduates have earned more than $3 million in college scholarships and will continue their education at universities across the c