Patron Hon. Christopher Finlayson KC
President Alastair Clement
Vice-President Alexander Cowdell
Executive Committee
Adrian Hirst, Chairperson
Anne-Marie Forsyth, Secretary
Antun Poljanich, Music Director
Mary Lin, Orchestra Manager
Bryan Lin, Assistant Orchestra Manager
Helen Lewis, Treasurer
Jenni Mandeno & Catherine Bold, Supporter Engagement Managers
Diana Harnett, Instrument Registrar
Fergus Dunlop, Alex Martin, Player Representatives for 2025
Alumni
Many AYO alumni can be found in leading orchestras and ensembles around the world, teaching in conservatories, or performing as soloists and conductors.
The co-operative structure of the orchestra provides members with organisational and team building skills, engendering dedication, confidence and self-esteem within a positive peer environment. In today's world, this healthy social experience equips our players with skills and a sense of achievement that will support them in whichever career path they choose. Indeed, many of our alumni are also found in business, politics, and other professions.
To register as a member of AYO Alumni click here.
Current Players
Our players are young people who have already developed a high level of proficiency on their instrument and who want to gain orchestral playing skills. The social element is an added bonus and many players develop lifelong friendships through their involvement in AYO.
Membership of AYO confers some special privileges that are open exclusively to AYO members:
- entry to the annual AYO Soloist Competition; and
- application for Scholarships.
