Learning Community

Our Learning Community works directly with educators, leaders, and other organizations to learn about the challenges and aspirations of our city and its people.

The mission of the ISO's Learning Community is to connect people with inspiring musical experiences that meet community needs.

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Learning Community works directly with educators, leaders and other organizations to learn about the challenges and aspirations of our city and its people. By dedicating the time to build understanding and relationships, we are able to apply the unique resource of a professional orchestra to support and improve our community with creative programs and partnerships.

Above and beyond the hundreds of outstanding concerts performed each year by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, the ISO Learning Community delivers a wide variety of programs that serve the community, reaching 80,000+ people per year.

For Families, Teachers and Students

Next Generation ISO

Next Generation ISO

For schools eligible for free or reduced lunches

Next Generation ISO

Young Musicians Contest

Young Musicians Contest

Accomplished young Indiana musicians (through grade 12) are provided an opportunity to perform in a competitive setting.

Young Musicians Contest

Symphony in Color

Symphony in Color

A unique blending of symphonic music and visual arts - Symphony in Color culminates in a juried exhibition at the Hilbert Circle Theatre and the Indiana State Museum.

Symphony in Color

Side-By-Side

Side-by-Side

Students are auditioned and coached by members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

Side-By-Side

College Prep / Masterclass

Audition Prep Class

A class for high school string players providing tips and tricks from ISO musicians and local University students

College Prep / Masterclass

For Adults

Forte

Forte

FORTE is a group of young professionals in central Indiana that are committed to helping make meaningful connections, develop professional opportunities, and support the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the arts in Indianapolis.

Forte

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Community Concerts

Free or low-cost concerts available around Indianapolis

The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra

The MYO helps kids navigate their achievements and the challenges of growing up by providing a safety net and loving environment where they can make mistakes, overcome fears, develop healthy relationships, fulfill their potential and take the life skills learned through music to become successful adults.

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