Portland Youth Philharmonic

Today, we’re celebrating graduating senior Taylor Aguilar!

This fall, Taylor will attend the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, majoring in French Horn Performance while studying under David Byrd-Marrow.

“Auditioning for PYP was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in high school. Even though my time with the orchestra was short, I learned so much playing beside some of the most talented musicians I’ve ever met. These people are so driven, incredibly hard working, and so kind and welcoming. This experience has been such a gift and I am so grateful!”

Congratulations, Taylor! We can’t wait to see where your musical journey takes you next. 🎶

Recent PYP graduates: we’d love to feature you too! Send us a recent photo, your next steps after graduation, and a few words about your time at PYP for a chance to be featured in upcoming senior spotlights and alumni stories.

Celebrating Our Senior Class!

We’re excited to welcome a new group of graduating seniors into the PYP alumni family!

This year’s senior class has helped shape rehearsals, performances, friendships, and the spirit of PYP itself. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be spotlighting graduating students and celebrating where their journeys will take them next.
Today, we’re featuring Rowan Oakes-Harada.

This fall, Rowan will attend the Eastman School of Music, where he will double major in Horn Performance and Music Education while studying under Peter Kurau.

“PYP has made me a better musician and a better person. I am so grateful for this opportunity and have grown so much, so fast. Getting to do the thing I love with some of my best friends has been the best experience I have ever had. My only regret is not starting sooner.”

Congratulations, Rowan! We can’t wait to see where music takes you next.

Recent PYP graduates: we’d love to feature you too! Send us a recent photo, your next steps after graduation, and a few words about your time at PYP for a chance to be featured in upcoming senior spotlights and alumni stories.