Central Kentucky Youth Orchestra Society Inc

The Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras (CKYO) is one of the oldest, independently chartered youth orchestras in the United States, with a tradition dating back to 1947. Over 400 students gather from 15 counties and 60 area schools to participate in CKYO. 

We offer six orchestras; Symphony, Concert, Repertory, Preparatory Strings, Jazz Arts, and Jazz Repertory, as well as three community initiatives CKYO in the Schools, Friends in Music, and North Limestone MusicWorks.

Dedicated to the musical education and growth of its student members, we provide performance opportunities, motivational workshops, small group instruction, travel, mentoring and quality social interaction.