New World Youth Orchestras is an organization in Indianapolis, Indiana that exists "to develop the musical talent and nurture the personal growth of young people in Indianapolis and central Indiana through the rehearsal and performance of orchestral masterworks, both traditional and contemporary." The New World Youth Orchestras was founded by Susan Kitterman in 1982 and currently consists of three separate orchestras:
- New World Symphony Orchestra, directed by Susan Kitterman
- New World Philharmonic Orchestra, directed by Ardis Faber
- New World Concert Orchestra, directed by Ardis Faber
The Symphony and Philharmonic play three concerts every year, two of which are held at Hilbert Circle Theatre in downtown Indianapolis.
Read more about New World Youth Orchestras: History, The Young Artist Concerto Competition, Honors, Awards, and Current Activities
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