WHO: Students ages 4-7 (as of September 1, 2017) who are interested in experiencing classical music may apply. No prior musical experience is necessary! HOW: Interested families must submit an application form and application fee for each interested student. To apply, fill out the form below. You will receive an e-mail notifying you that your application has been received. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Application deadline is Wednesday, September 20! PROCESS: BYSO will interview up to 100 children and families. 32 children will be selected to join our fall 2017 Music Workshop Series. In January 2018, 16-20 of those children will advance into the program. Once admitted, ICP students are provided with: use of an instrument, weekly lessons, en­semble class, summer workshops, and access to need based financial aid. APPLICATION FEE: $5, payable by credit card, cash, or check made out to BYSO QUESTIONS: Please contact icp@bu.edu or (617) 353-5330

The Intensive Community Program (ICP), directed by Nicole Cariglia is a rigorous instrumental training program within the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO) that brings quality classical music instruction to students from communities traditionally underrepresented in the classical music field by providing lessons, instruments, and need-based financial aid. After two to three years of rigorous study, ICP students are typically prepared to audition into one of the BYSO's orchestras and are eventually expected to progress into the Boston Youth Symphony, BYSO's premier ensemble. Through discipline and creativity, individuality and teamwork, students will accomplish personal and group goals. The results are young people who develop high aspirations and love to work hard towards excellence.