Arts for Learning, VA (Young Audiences)

Arts for Learning Virginia is the leading provider of quality arts-in-education programming in Virginia. They offer an array of arts performances and workshops grounded in the core curriculum, residencies for children of all ages, and professional development in arts-integration techniques that improve students’ literacy skills, motivation to read, and ability to learn. They are dedicated to bringing innovation and imagination to education through the arts and believe that creativity and critical thinking are essential aspects of the development of a child. They offer a full range of in-person and virtual learning programs to reach students with the life-changing power of the arts.

Bay Youth Orchestras

Over 280 student musicians from all over Hampton Roads in grades 3-12 create five performing ensembles that present concerts throughout the Tidewater area each year. The mission of Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia is to provide the highest level of symphonic ensemble training and performance opportunities to the young musicians of Hampton Roads. Under the direction and guidance of many supportive music educators over the past 50 years, Bay Youth Orchestras has developed into one of the largest youth orchestra programs in the country. BYOV gives students the opportunity to learn and perform the world’s greatest orchestral literature.

The Hurrah Players

The Hurrah Players, Inc., Virginia’s Leading Family Theatre Company, is a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization committed to unite and advance communities through accessible, quality, family-friendly performances and education.

The Norfolk Chamber Consort

The mission of the Norfolk Chamber Consort is to present to the public performances of chamber music drawn from repertories of the 17th up to the 21st centuries. The emphasis is on works with varied instrumentation and those utilizing the voice as an integral part of the chamber music texture. Emphasis is often placed on lesser known works and neglected masterpieces that are not often performed in Southeastern Virginia.

The Muse Writer’s Center

The Muse Writers Center is the inclusive heart of the creative writing community in Southeastern Virginia.

The Virginia Chorale

The Virginia Chorale is the premier professional vocal ensemble in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Founded thirty-eight years ago, the ensemble has grown from a community-based early music chorus to today’s dynamic group of professional singers, performing repertoire ranging from the Middle Ages to the music of today.

Chesapeake, Bay Wind Ensemble

We strive to provide quality American Wind Music and promote adult bands in Hampton Roads and neighboring communities. We endeavor to accomplish this by offering high quality performances that engage and inspire all our listeners. We engage the members of The Chesapeake Bay Wind Ensemble in an opportunity for individual and collective musical expression, artistic growth, and camaraderie.

Newfound Chamberwinds

Bringing together forward-thinking musicians from across the United States to offer intimate but invigorating performances and educational opportunities while expanding our repertoire through commissioning and collaborations.

United Jewish Federation of Tidewater

United Jewish Federation of Tidewater strengthens and perpetuates Jewish life. As a leader and facilitator of collective action, we develop human and financial resources to meet the evolving and vital issues of our world-wide community, partnering with local, national, and global organizations.

ODU Literary Festival

Tidewater Pipes & Drums

Tidewater Pipes & Drums carries on the Scottish pipe band tradition in southeastern Virginia by developing bagpipers and drummers of all skill levels through education, performance and competition. Since 1975, TP&D has welcomed all pipers and drummers who are committed to improving their musicianship and furthering the band’s mission.