APO Presents The 2022 Spring Virtual Children’s Tour
The Ugly Duckling premieres in live broadcasts from May 9-11
Join us May 9-11th for APO’s Spring Children’s Virtual Kid’s Tour, The Ugly Duckling! Register to tune in virtually and enjoy this wacky story complete with singing and dancing, featuring talented performers accompanied live by members of The American Pops Orchestra.
This brand new show will be presented live at the following times:
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Monday May 9th at 1:00pm (Zoom)
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Monday May 9th at 2:30pm (Zoom)
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Tuesday May 10th at 12:30pm (Google Meet)
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Tuesday May 10th at 2:00pm (Google Meet)
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Wednesday May 11th at 9:00am (Zoom)
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Wednesday May 11th at 10:30am (Zoom)
Each broadcast will feature a live, interactive component where Maestro Luke Frazier will teach your students about the different instruments in our ensemble. Students will also have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the show. Prior to the virtual broadcasts, teachers will receive educational worksheets with content tied to the show.
Inspiring the next generation of young artists through this virtual platform is just one way that APO continues to build community through the arts. Our children’s programming is offered 100% free of charge! Any interested teachers or parents can register to watch below.
Congratulations to the 2022 NextGen National Winners
The final round of the 2022 NextGen National Competition was held on Sunday, March 20 in the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center. While in New York City, finalists participated in rehearsals with APO musicians, attended a Broadway masterclass, and saw a Broadway show. All of the contestants gave fantastic performances on Sunday afternoon!
- Ethan Hardy Benson, Chip Hand Prize for Vocal Excellence
- Audri Bartholomew, First Place Female
- Franco Valerga, Second Place Male
- Mya Hunter, Second Place Female
APOxPBS
Have you seen us on PBS? APO has presented national broadcasts featuring music that ranges from Broadway to Indigenous music, Classical to Sacred. Click below to learn about our PBS specials, all of which are available to stream with a subscription to PBS Passport.
Our Impact
From inspiring young artists from diverse backgrounds through our outreach programs to partnering with nonprofit organizations across the country, we are proud to build our APO family.