Johannesburg Youth Orchestra Co | Music Instruction & Music School

The Johannesburg Youth Orchestra Company (JYOC) was established in Johannesburg in 1998 as an NGO .Our vision is to be recognised as the premiere youth music organisation in the world.Operating in Soweto and Johannesburg, the JYOC responds to the needs of the youth in all communities by providing a centre of musical excellence in orchestral training and a meeting place for almost 700 young people with musical aspirations. Our Teacher Training and Mentorship Programme equips young adults to find work in the music and education sectors.The value of music training is undeniable: children who learn music have an advantage over their peers in terms of emotional, intellectual, cognitive skills and abilities.