Young Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
National youth orchestra of Israel
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The Young Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (Hebrew: התזמורת הפילהרמונית הישראלית הצעירה, YIPO) is the national youth orchestra of Israel, based in the Jerusalem Music Centre, Jerusalem. It consists of 140 members divided into two ensembles, a 40-member string ensemble for ages 11–14, and the larger 100-member symphony orchestra for ages 14–18.[1]
Nativenameהתזמורת הפילהרמונית הישראלית הצעירה
ShortnameYIPO
Founded1984
LocationJerusalem Music Centre, Jerusalem
| Young Israel Philharmonic Orchestra | |
|---|---|
| Youth orchestra | |
 The Young Israel Philharmonic Orchestra performing at the Jerusalem Music Centre (2005) | |
| Native name | התזמורת הפילהרמונית הישראלית הצעירה |
| Short name | YIPO |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Location | Jerusalem Music Centre, Jerusalem |
| Website | www |
Over 90% of the Young Israel Philharmonic Orchestra's graduates go on to higher education in music, with many taking up prominent positions in the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.[2]
It is an associated member of the European Federation of National Youth Orchestras.[3]
