Lubbock Youth Orchestras (LYO) is a 501 c3 non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing an exceptional musical education experience. LYO manifested as a response to overwhelming public need for an affordable youth orchestra program. To date, the LYO Board of Directors maintains this purpose in overseeing the management of the youth orchestra program. The Board continues to maintain that such a program of this type prioritizes the need for unbiased musical expression and education in the West Texas region among all youth.

The mission of LYO is:

• To provide an exceptional music education to the members of the orchestras

• To create a safe and welcoming environment for all students based on empathy, respect, diversity and inclusion

• To provide quality artistic performances that enrich the lives of developing musicians, our community, and our region

• To work cooperatively with the public and private schools, independent music teachers, local music organizations and businesses in a continuing effort to provide musical development for youth