SYO's Vision, Mission and Purpose
Our mission is to build pathways for young musicians to connect, create and champion orchestral music.
At the heart of SYO’s mission, young voices lead and shape every program, partnership and initiative, ensuring an authentic, youth-driven culture in Australian orchestral music.
Our vision is to boldly shape the future of orchestral music.
We envision a sustainable orchestral community enriched by diversity and collaboration. Amplifying First Nations voices and perspectives is integral to evolving the orchestral landscape in a way that reflects Australia’s rich cultural heritage.
Our purpose is to inspire all young people to strive for individual and collective excellence.
We are committed to breaking barriers and creating inclusive pathways. Through partnerships with community organisations, educational institutions, and industry leaders, SYO strives to foster a sense of belonging for all young musicians, both on and off the stage.
SYO is...
COLLABORATIVE
We work together on and off the stage.
We celebrate each other’s achievements.
We value our supporters.
An orchestra is bigger than the sum of its parts, as is our community.
AUTHENTIC
We are true to ourselves
We act with openness and honesty.
We celebrate and express our youthfulness.
We tell our stories and share the stories of our communities.
BRAVE
We are bold.
We drive towards a creative future.
We simultaneously embrace tradition while boldly pushing boundaries.
We are dynamic.
