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Newsletter: The Note (Autumn Edition)

1 December 2020

ABYSO Continues to Inspire Young Antiguans and Barbudans to Play Music

17 September 2020

Even in the face of the current COVID 19 related challenges being experienced by many charitable organizations across the globe, the Antigua and Barbuda Youth Symphony Orchestra (ABYSO) continues to…

ABYSO Receives Donation from Sheku Kanneh-Mason

16 September 2020

Renowned British cellist of Antiguan heritage, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, secured a generous donation in his honour by a private donor to the Antigua & Barbuda Youth Symphony Orchestra (ABYSO). Sheku rose…

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ABYSO Music Director and Co-ordinators Head to Sherborne Summer Music School

29 July 2022

JOHN’S, ANTIGUA Friday 29th July 2022: Three senior co-ordinators of the Antigua and Barbuda Youth Symphony Orchestra (ABYSO) are in the United Kingdom for a two week long training programme…

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THERE WILL BE A LOT OF ENERGY IN THE MUSIC

30 June 2022

ABYSO & BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY READY FOR ITS PRESENTATION OF “A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES” JOHN’S, ANTIGUA (Wednesday 29th June 2022) – The Antigua and Barbuda Youth Symphony Orchestra and…

Inspiring Our Nation Through Music: The ABYSO and The Kanneh-Masons Playing To Inspire 4 Concert

24 March 2022

Following a pandemic enforced pause of two years, the Antigua and Barbuda Youth Symphony Orchestra (ABYSO) and the Kanneh-Masons are proud to announce the hosting of their annual flagship collaboration…

ABYSO Academy Holds Tutor in Residence Cello Workshop with Magdalena Sas

26 February 2022

The ABYSO welcomed Polish Cellist Magdalena Sas to Antigua for a three week in person cello workshop. Magdalena enjoys a unique and versatile career as a performer, teacher, music advocate…

Royal Over-Seas League (ROSL) Antigua Concert

24 December 2021

The ABYSO-ROSL partnership continues to provide opportunities for music mentorship and performance at the highest levels of artistic excellence. Following nearly two years of online teaching, the ABYSO held a…

Kanneh-Masons Hold Performance at Florian’s in Support of the ABYSO

22 November 2021

Braimah, Sheku and Jeneba Kanneh-Mason in collaboration with Florian Leonhard Fine Violins performed a captivating programme of music by Mendelssohn. Each piece was performed in its original form or in…

Upcoming Events

BOOK YOUR “NIGHT AT THE MOVIES WITH A CONCERT BY ABYSO AND BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY

17 June 2022

JOHN’S, ANTIGUA (Friday 17 June 2022) – Under the distinguished patronage of Their Excellencies Sir Rodney Williams & Lady Williams, on July 3 at 6:00 pm Lucky Eddi’s in Falmouth…

The ABYSO and The Kanneh-Masons Playing to Inspire 4 Concert

24 March 2022

The Antigua and Barbuda Youth Symphony Orchestra (ABYSO) and the Kanneh-Masons are proud to announce the hosting of their annual flagship collaboration Playing to Inspire 4: An Evening of Musical…

The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal Music Department Presents: An Evening at the Opera

14 May 2021

The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal Music Department will be hosting "An Evening at the Opera" featuring Denyce Graves and other guest performers including the ABYSO

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"I am ABSOLUTELY grateful to my brilliant and amazing string tutors Litsa Tunnah and Maria Valero from whom I have learnt so much."

Calynia Edwards - Violin

"In 2017, I sat in the audience listening to the Kanneh-Masons play alongside local musicians and thought “I would really like to be on that stage one day”. Today, I am developing my skills as a trombonist thanks to the ABYSO”.

Orlando Gordon - Trombone

"As a member of the ABYSO, I have found a home to escape all the frustrations of my day to day life, gained a further appreciation of the art form and learnt quality behavioural traits. I have found something to be committed to and I love sharing the products of that commitment with others. "

Khadijah Ladoo - Cello

I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of the ABYSO. I have become more patient with my life and my instrument and better skilled at time management.

Resa Nelson - Flute

“The ABYSO Composition Programme taught me many valuable lessons about the art of composition. As a result, I can be more creative and more expressive with my compositions.”

Khadijah Simon - Composer

“The ABYSO Composition Programme taught me many valuable lessons about the art of composition. As a result, I can be more creative and more expressive with my compositions.”

Khadijah Simon - Composer

"ROSL is proud to support the work of ABYSO as they go from strength to strength."

Geoff Parkin - Artistic Director, Royal Over-Seas League

"The ABYSO is a wonderful, highly deserving initiative which has changed the lives of many young people in the country. I have travelled to many different countries over the years and can honestly say that never have I seen such exceptional dedication and support from leading members of a county’s government as I have seen in Antigua and Barbuda."

Alison Cox OBE FRSA - Founder and Chair of Trustees, The Commonwealth Resounds

"Music education is a powerful tool for empowering youth through culture, as well as cultivating leadership and an appreciation for the arts. The ABYSO is playing a critical role in providing these opportunities in Antigua and Barbuda."

Avery Waite - Executive Director, MusAid

“In 2019, I had the pleasure of visiting Antigua as the guest of the ABYSO. I was struck by the spirt of enthusiasm and volunteerism and the strong vision which underpinned this developing and deeply ambitious programme. I am honoured to support the ABYSO as a friend and adviser and endorse it as a fine example of promoting diversity in music”.

Julian Lloyd Webber - Principal, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire