Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra

Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra (BYSO) is a thriving nonprofit organization in Bellevue, Washington that has been providing a positive and stimulating musical environment for Eastside youth since 1964. With six large orchestras and three smaller instrumental ensembles, BYSO serves students ages six to 19. The organization has received a recent $11.90K grant investment at 04 April 2023 from Paul G. Allen Family Foundation and ArtsFund.

BYSO's mission is to enhance the lives of student musicians by providing dynamic musical experiences and fostering collaboration, confidence, and personal responsibility through the pursuit of artistic excellence. The organization focuses intensively on each student’s musicianship, complementing and building upon both school music programs and private instruction. BYSO is praised for being fiscally stable and has a dedicated Board poised to further its mission.

The organization's unique positioning as being large enough to provide a full orchestra experience, yet small enough to have time and concern for individual musicians' needs, sets it apart in the music industry. BYSO's commitment to guiding and supporting the whole person makes it an inspiring and valuable asset for Eastside youth, aligning with the objectives of potential investors who prioritize social impact and cultural enrichment.