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Join the orchestra now!The ESYO Orchestra
The European Spirit of Youth Orchestra (ESYO) is a symphonic ensemble that, through its sound, captures the European spirit of the youth. It is the exemplary proof that the European dream is possible, youthful, and has a symphonic soul that resonates perfectly in harmony, thanks to the diversity of its voices, cultures, and traditions. Since 1994, ESYO has been selecting and bringing together approximately 70 young musicians committed to excellence each year, aged between 11 and 19, from...
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Years of experience in creating a European spirit
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European countries involved
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Young talented musicians selected over the years
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Outstanding professionals couching young musicians
Artistic Director
Mo Igor Coretti Kuret
Igor Coretti Kuret is an Italian Slovene violinist, pedagogue and orchestra director, internationally acknowledged for his great communication skills with young people. He is born and grew up in Trieste, a city with a very rich musical and...
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What they say about us
The youth of the European Spirit of Youth is a reality that needs to be supported, defended, and developed.
Maestro Riccardo Muti
ConductorESYO, every summer, testifies through arias and symphonies that a different Europe, in its deepest meaning, is possible.
La Repubblica
Italian NewspaperI feel more comfortable playing with ESYO musicians than with some of better ranked professional orchestras!
Uto Ughi
Performing artist, violin virtuosoYoung musicians are the connective tissue of humanity. It is they who carry the message of understanding, compassion and love and generate the vibrations which no barriers can stop and who, in their music-making, display a joy that can only come through good will and trust between people of various backgrounds.
Lord Yehudi Menuhin
Violinist and conductorThe youth of the European Spirit of Youth is a reality that needs to be supported, defended, and developed.
Maestro Riccardo Muti
ConductorESYO, every summer, testifies through arias and symphonies that a different Europe, in its deepest meaning, is possible.
La Repubblica
Italian NewspaperI feel more comfortable playing with ESYO musicians than with some of better ranked professional orchestras!
Uto Ughi
Performing artist, violin virtuosoYoung musicians are the connective tissue of humanity. It is they who carry the message of understanding, compassion and love and generate the vibrations which no barriers can stop and who, in their music-making, display a joy that can only come through good will and trust between people of various backgrounds.