The 51st season at the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO) has begun! The opening concert on October 19, 2008, will feature Stravinsky's Rite of Spring and Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, "Eroica." Click the Events tab above to learn more about the exciting season!Since 1958, the BYSO has served thousands of young musicians from throughout New England. Over the past 51 years, the BYSO has evolved from a single orchestra to one of Boston’s most prestigious arts organizations, with a programmatic scope that includes three full symphonic orchestras, a string training orchestra, a preparatory wind ensemble, four chamber orchestras, a chamber music program, and a nationally recognized string training program for underrepresented youth from inner-city communities. The organization celebrated its 50th anniversary with a sold-out Symphony Hall gala concert featuring Yo-Yo Ma in May 2008.