The Glendale Youth Orchestra (GYO) lead by Music Director & Conductor Henry Shin will perform the
35 th Anniversary Season Opening concert at the historic Alex Theatre on Sunday, November 5 th at 6:00
pm with a world premier by local up and coming composer Michael Ramirez – “A Shadow Cast in the
Silhouette of Being” as part of the California Festival: A Celebration of New Music. The concert will also
feature 2023 Piano Concerto Winner Everett Leigh (13) playing Rachmaninoff Piano Concert No. 3 in d
minor, Op. 30 and Dvorak Symphony No. 8 in G Major, Op. 88.

The Glendale Youth Orchestra (GYO) is one of Los Angeles Counties leading youth orchestras. Our
mission is based on the belief that our young people have a better chance of succeeding in their world if
they appreciate and participate in its rich artistic and cultural traditions. GYO provides young musicians
ages 10-23 from all over L.A. County with a unique opportunity to play classical music.