Celebrating 50 years of
Joy. Pride. Music.
Who We AreThe Young People’s Philharmonic of the Lehigh Valley provides a supportive environment for young musicians to develop quality musicianship through studying and performing the best orchestral music.
Rehearsal Address:
Christ Lutheran Church
1245 Hamilton Street • Allentown, PA • 18102
We rehearse weekly on Tuesdays from 6:00-8:30pm.
Parking is across the street in the church’s lot.
Entry through the side red door on 13th Street.
Upcoming Events
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Programs
Young People’s Philharmonic
The Young People’s Philharmonic is a full symphony orchestra, consisting of committed string, woodwind, brass, and percussion musicians from high schools across the Lehigh Valley and Western New Jersey.
Jordan R. Smith - Music Director & Conductor
Junior String Philharmonic
The Junior String Philharmonic consists of string players in grades 5 through 9. They perform a wide range of works by composers from past centuries to the present day.
Rachel Galassi - Music Director & Conductor
Presto Strings
NOW ACCEPTING FOR 2026-27
Introducing Presto Strings, serving the Lehigh Valley and surrounding region with a first-rate, nurturing, and supportive musical experience for even younger string players within the YPP family of ensembles, making YPP a one-stop-shop for musical families! Serving string students grades 3-7
Cody Brown - Conductor
Thank you to our sponsors
As well as the Hoch Foundation, the Trexler Foundation, and our many private donors.
Jordan R. Smith | Music & Artistic Director
P.O. Box 1614
Bethlehem, PA 18016-1614
Phone
(610) 868-9888General ManagerOffice ManagerConnect
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