The New York Youth Symphony (NYYS) has announced they will be appointing John Kilkenny as the new executive director, effective this March. NYYS has been extensively searching for an executive director after their last director of 12 years, Shauna Quill stepped down. Now with a promising future in the hands of John Kilkenny, NYYS is thrilled at what lies ahead.
John Kilkenny has served both the Chattanooga Symphony and Opera and the Sewanee Music Festival, where he was Executive Director. His experience in leading orchestra and chamber music is extraordinary. Mr. Kilkelly has also led programs in composition and has supported music education for aspiring young artists for years.
“We are thrilled to have John at the helm of our organization. John’s experience and impressive knowledge of music education will surely help to
Bill Kappel, President of New York Youth Symphony’s Board of Trustees
propel NYYS to the next level. We are excited to see what John can do as he helps to shape our future and
make our mark on young musicians even stronger and more impactful.”
As Executive Director, John Kilkenny will be overseeing community outreach, fundraising, artistic programming and marketing. He will also be in charge of all programs throughout the organization from writing and composition to musical theatre, conducting, and the newest orchestra – crescendo.
“NYYS is an incredible organization and a fantastic match for my passion and skillset – I cannot wait to get started and write the next chapter! They are one of the premiere arts education programs in the nation – leading the way in the training of young musicians. This is a dream opportunity for me!”
John Kilkenny’s enthusiastic response to his thoughts on being appointed Executive Director of NYYS
For more information on the New York Youth Symphony and its upcoming plans, visit NYYS.org.
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