National Symphony Orchestra: Education Opportunities for Students



	Concerts for School Groups Performances for school groups are designed to expand the students' and teachers' understanding of the National Symphony Orchestra and music.
	Instrument "Petting Zoos" Children (and their parents) have the chance to get up close and personal with the orchestral instruments they will see professionally played on stage.
	National Performing Arts College Fair Designed for college-bound students interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs of study in various art forms, but particularly in music.
	NSO American Residencies Unique touring program in which the NSO makes a state or a region the focus of a host of performances and educational activities.
	NSO University of Maryland Residency Residency initiative that will give both University of Maryland performance majors and music educators the opportunity to garner hands-on experience with the NSO.