The 120 members of the BPYO range in age from 12 to 21 creating a dynamic environment for artistic and personal growth, where younger members learn alongside seasoned collegiate musicians. The tuition-free model of the BPYO allows talented young artists from all backgrounds to participate regardless of financial circumstances.
June 14 - León at Teatro Bicentenario
Mahler Symphony No. 6
June 17 - Veracruz at Foro Boca
Verdi / Stravinsky / Dvořák
June 19 - Xalapa at Sala Principal de Tlaqná
June 21 - Mexico City at Bellas Artes
Verdi / Stravinsky / Dvořák
June 23 - Puebla at Auditorio de la Reforma
Community Concert
The BPO has also committed to providing hundreds of complimentary tickets to tour performances as part of our Crescendo Concert Access Initiative designed to support communities with limited financial resources.
Please consider making a contribution, or as Benjamin Zander says: "be a contribution!" Help us send this orchestra—and the message of hope they carry— across the border!
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Side-by-side in Brazil, photo by Paul Marotta
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Side-by-side rehearsal, photo by Paul Mardy.
Read Maestro Benjamin Zander's South Africa Tour report here.
"One indispensable reason why we go on tour is to share our music beyond the Boston music scene. Every person in this world deserves to be able to go to concerts or surround themselves with music, and with our international tours, we have been able to expand that opportunity for countless individuals. We may be young people, but we have been given the chance to change the world with love, music, and possibility, and that is why our international tours are so important.“ —Emily Chen, BPYO alumna
"After being on tour, I see the world differently, and I firmly believe it’s because now, I always keep my head up…When you look up, you notice everything, every last detail. I’ve always looked at my shoes like I was carrying some kind of burden, but now I can’t stop looking up. I feel a little lighter, a little freer, a little more human." —Reese Williams, BPYO alumnus
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Tour Partners
The Orquesta Juvenil Eduardo Mata (OJUEM) is a youth orchestra based at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), named in honor of the renowned Mexican conductor Eduardo Mata. Comprising talented young musicians from across Mexico, OJUEM serves as a platform for artistic development, orchestral training, and cultural exchange. The orchestra regularly collaborates with distinguished conductors and soloists, performing a diverse repertoire that includes classical masterworks and contemporary Mexican compositions. As part of UNAM’s commitment to music education, OJUEM plays a key role in nurturing the next generation of Mexican orchestral musicians.
Esperanza Azteca is a youth orchestra and choir program in Mexico that provides musical education and social development opportunities for children and teenagers, particularly those from underserved communities. Founded in 2009, the program emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and personal growth through music, offering free or low-cost training in orchestral and choral performance. With over 50 orchestras across Mexico, Esperanza Azteca has transformed the lives of thousands of young musicians, fostering artistic excellence, cultural pride, and social inclusion through the power of music.
The Orquesta Filarmónica de León is a premier symphony orchestra based in León, Mexico, dedicated to artistic excellence, cultural enrichment, and community engagement. Known for its diverse repertoire and high-caliber performances, the orchestra regularly collaborates with renowned conductors, soloists, and international ensembles. Through concerts, educational programs, and outreach initiatives, the Orquesta Filarmónica de León plays a vital role in promoting classical music and fostering musical appreciation within the region.
Universidad Veracruzana (UV) is one of Mexico’s leading public universities, known for its excellence in higher education, research, and cultural development. Founded in 1944, UV has multiple campuses across the state of Veracruz, offering a wide range of academic programs. The university is renowned for its strong music and arts programs, including its prestigious Faculty of Music and Orquesta Sinfónica de Xalapa (OSX), one of the oldest symphony orchestras in Mexico. With a commitment to innovation, social impact, and cultural preservation, Universidad Veracruzana plays a key role in Mexico’s academic and artistic landscape.
Palacio de Bellas Artes is Mexico’s premier cultural and performing arts center, located in the heart of Mexico City. Known for its stunning architecture, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring a marble façade, Art Nouveau and Art Deco interiors, and murals by Diego Rivera and other renowned artists. Since its inauguration in 1934, Bellas Artes has been home to Mexico’s most prestigious artistic institutions, including the National Symphony Orchestra, National Opera Company, and National Ballet. With its world-class acoustics and rich cultural history, it remains a symbol of Mexico’s artistic excellence and a premier venue for orchestral, operatic, and theatrical performances.
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"One indispensable reason why we go on tour is to share our music beyond the Boston music scene. Every person in this world deserves to be able to go to concerts or surround themselves with music, and with our international tours, we have been able to expand that opportunity for countless individuals. We may be young people, but we have been given the chance to change the world with love, music, and possibility, and that is why our international tours are so important.“ —Emily Chen,
"After being on tour, I see the world differently, and I firmly believe it’s because now, I always keep my head up…When you look up, you notice everything, every last detail. I’ve always looked at my shoes like I was carrying some kind of burden, but now I can’t stop looking up. I feel a little lighter, a little freer, a little more human." —Reese Williams,