Music for Youth

Music for Youth 🎶 Fostering the love and knowledge of classical and world music by students of all ages

Music for Youth was the creation of Marianne Liberatore and a few individuals with the goal and passion of bringing classical music, professionally performed, into the lives of young people in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Their goal was and is “to foster the love and knowledge of classical music in young people,” and with their zeal and commitment it became the mission of Music for Youth. This m

ission is realized each season with a series of FREE Young Persons’ Concerts, a School Residency program, and an annual Scholarship. Music for Youth was incorporated in 2002 as a not-for-profit organization. Run largely by volunteers with professional training and careers in music and the arts, they are devoted to implementing the mission of the organization. Current Executive Program Director, Misty Beyer, states: "Our Board is dedicated to keeping Music for Youth alive now and in the future. We firmly believe that classical music can be a transformative element in the growth of every young person, and that helping create the next generation of performers and audiences is of the utmost importance to society."

Looking for a fun night out? 🎶 A delicious treat? 🍽️ Want to get moving with a fitness membership? 💪 Need a little acade...
08/25/2026

Looking for a fun night out? 🎶 A delicious treat? 🍽️ Want to get moving with a fitness membership? 💪 Need a little academic help? 📚 Or perhaps you’ve been dreaming of music lessons, new music accessories, or a professional recording session? 🎻

We’ve filled this year’s auction with an amazing variety of experiences, gifts, lessons, and treats, including concert tickets to beautiful venues like Caramoor and Grace Farms and use of Jonathan Sturges Cottage, a national historic landmark building!

Whether you’re shopping for yourself, looking for a unique gift, or simply want to show your support for Music For Youth, we hope you’ll join the fun and place a bid. Every bid helps MFY bring music, education, and performance opportunities to young people in our community. ❤️🎵

Browse. Bid. Win. Support MFY!

👉 See all the auction items and register to bid:
MFY Annual Benefit Auction

Happy bidding! 🎶✨

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating young musicians and the Music For Youth community!On September 18, 5–8 ...
08/09/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating young musicians and the Music For Youth community!

On September 18, 5–8 PM, we’ll gather in a beautiful historic home in Southport for the MFY Annual Benefit, honoring former Executive Directors Misty Beyer and Cynthia Cummiskey for their inspiring leadership and dedication to our mission.

✨ Enjoy performances by this year’s Marianne Liberatore Competition winners, special appearances by MFY alumni, and the chance to meet our incredible Emerging Artists—all while enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and wonderful company.

And most importantly, your support helps make MFY’s programs possible, most of which are offered free of charge, giving young musicians the opportunity to discover music, build confidence, perform, and thrive.

Come celebrate, connect, and help keep the music playing for the next generation. 💙🎵

📅 September 18 | 5–8 PM
đź“Ť Southport, CT

🎟️ Tickets: givebutter.com/c/MFYAnnualBenefit2026

We can’t wait to see you!

Congratulations to Jasmine Cabello and Claire D'Souza, the 2026 winners of the Dorothy Straub and Robert Genualdi Schola...
07/31/2026

Congratulations to Jasmine Cabello and Claire D'Souza, the 2026 winners of the Dorothy Straub and Robert Genualdi Scholarship!
Jasmine, a 16-year old violist and Claire, a 15-year old violinist, impressed us with both their dedication to mentoring younger students and their commitment to community outreach, making a meaningful impact by connecting with those in need through music. Learn more about Jasmine and Claire on our website!

MFY is super excited to be presenting our first Emerging Artists concert featuring a string quartet. The acclaimed Terra...
06/08/2026

MFY is super excited to be presenting our first Emerging Artists concert featuring a string quartet. The acclaimed Terra String Quartet has won numerous awards including the 2025 Naumburg Chamber Music Competition. TSQ has put together a special performance with two of MFY's Emerging Artists, Harry Tao and Emma Maini. The six of them will play Brahms String Sextet No. 1 in B flat major at our next concert on June 14 at the Wilton Library. Here's a quick preview of their performance. Register for free tickets on the MFY website.

MFY is super excited to be presenting our first Emerging Artists concert featuring a string quartet. The acclaimed Terra...
06/08/2026

MFY is super excited to be presenting our first Emerging Artists concert featuring a string quartet. The acclaimed Terra String Quartet has won numerous awards including the 2025 Naumburg Chamber Music Competition. TSQ has put together a special performance with two of MFY's Emerging Artists, Harry Tao and Emma Maini. The six of them will play Brahms String Sextet No. 1 in B flat major at our next concert on June 14 at the Wilton Library. Here's a quick preview of their performance. Register for free tickets on the MFY website!

05/28/2026

Update on the Dorothy Straub & Robert Genualdi Scholarship! Applications are now due on June 12!

We're nearing the deadline for applications to the Dorothy Straub & Robert Genualdi Scholarship, but there's still time ...
05/24/2026

We're nearing the deadline for applications to the Dorothy Straub & Robert Genualdi Scholarship, but there's still time to apply! See below for details and the application link, which can also be found on our website (musicforyouthct.org).

Congratulations to our new 2026 Emerging Artists, Lina Elwood and Avigail Kohl! Lina Elwood is a 10th grader at Hopkins ...
05/04/2026

Congratulations to our new 2026 Emerging Artists, Lina Elwood and Avigail Kohl!

Lina Elwood is a 10th grader at Hopkins School, and currently studies the piano with Svitlana Fiorito and Vitaly Starikov. Most recently, Lina received First Place at the Emory University Young Artist Piano Competition and named the winner of the Connecticut MTNA Senior Piano Competition. She has also won first prizes at Steinway Piano Competition, Chopin Avenue International Piano Competition, ENKOR International Piano Competition, Renee B. Fisher Piano Competition, Schubert Club Awards Competition, among others. In addition to her solo works, Lina has played with orchestras and chamber music groups around the world. Lina has won concerto competitions hosted by some of the major orchestras in Connecticut. She has also played with Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra at their concert hall and with K Novart Orchestra at Chopin University of Music Concert Hall, both in Warsaw, Poland.

Avigail Kohl is a student at Hillcrest Middle School. She’s been playing piano since the age of six and currently studies under her father, Dan Nadav, and Dr. Yi Heng Yang, who teaches at Juilliard. Avigail loves sharing her passion for piano through concerts. he also shares her passion through teaching, as she’s had a piano student for over a year now, who has even performed at Pequot Library’s Friday Night Cafe. Passing down the education that she’s received as a young pianist to even younger kids is what gives her leadership skills that she uses in other aspects of life. Avigail has won many competitions, including Connecticut State Music Teachers Association, IPPA international piano competition- professional artist national round gold ranking, J.Y Park Foundation piano competition, Schubert Club Awards Competition, Deborah Kahn Competition, Annual Festival Audition, and Renee B. Fisher Piano Competition. Outside of piano, Avigail enjoys baking, making crafts, and hanging out with friends.

05/04/2026

Check out our most recent Emerging Artists Concert, featuring Vitaly Starikov and Edouard Ferragu! Edourad played a gorgeous Nocturne in C minor, Op. 48, No. 1 by Chopin, and Vitaly an amazing performance of Etude Op. 25, No. 11 in A minor, "Winter Wind" by Chopin. The two of them also collaborated for Norwegian Dances, Op. 35, No. 4 by Grieg!

Two weeks ago, NYS, in partnership with Music for Youth, had the pleasure of welcoming Daniel Pettrow, director, actor, ...
04/29/2026

Two weeks ago, NYS, in partnership with Music for Youth, had the pleasure of welcoming Daniel Pettrow, director, actor, and teacher, to lead an Audition Prep Workshop for our students.

Students left with practical tools and renewed confidence. As NYS student Spencer shared, “My favorite tip was to not stress about things that are out of your control and how to categorize something as out of your control."

Thank you, Daniel, for empowering our students with skills they’ll carry far beyond the audition room!

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