2026 Seniors
Oryan Admony
How many years in LYO?
1 year
What’s next?
Oryan will attend college at Ohio State University, majoring in Violin Performance and minoring in Musical Theatre.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“I am so glad I got to be a part of LYO this year and experience playing such great music with everyone. Even though I was only able to do LYO for only one year I’m so grateful that I got to be apart of such a hardworking and talented community!”
Marcus Berthold
How many years in LYO?
1 year
What’s next?
Marcus will attend Florida College and major in Business.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“Thankful for a wonderful experience! Been a great year making new friends, enjoying the cello and making music with everyone.”
Logan Bishop
How many years in LYO?
3 years
What’s next?
Logan will major in Trombone Performance at the University of Kentucky.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“LYO has helped me grow as an orchestral musician and strengthened my overall performance quality.”
Ava Bosley
How many years in LYO?
1 year
What’s next?
Ava will attend the University of Louisville, studying biology.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“I have really enjoyed LYO. It has given me the chance to play more challenging music and be surrounded by other students who are passionate about playing in the symphony.”
Lillian Chung
How many years in LYO?
5 years
What’s next?
Lillian will attend John Hopkins University, majoring in Neuroscience.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“To me, being an LYO artist is about making beautiful music while building meaningful relationships with the people around me.”
Yacine Diop
How many years in LYO?
5 years
What’s next?
Yacine plans to attend Boston Conservatory at Berklee for Flute Performance.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“Being apart of LYO has inspired me to grow as a musician, not just technically, but in confidence and discipline that I learned from the weekly rehearsals and leadership opportunities over the years. LYO is where I started my musical journey but I am happy to say it is not where it ends.”
Samantha Goss
How many years in LYO?
6 years
What’s next?
Samantha will attend Bellarmine University on a study track to become a Nurse Practitioner.
Your experience as a LYO Young Artist?
“Being in Lyo has been great, it lets me have an outlet for stress and make new friends. Playing the double bass for this orchestra was a great opportunity.”