Washington Youth and Concert Orchestras to Perform Free Spring Concert

The combined orchestras will showcase student soloists at Edison High School on March 22.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Washington Metropolitan Youth Orchestra and Washington Metropolitan Concert Orchestra will be holding a free public concert on March 22 at 3 pm at Edison High School. The program will feature student soloists performing concerto movements by composers like Elgar, Mendelssohn, and Stamitz.

Why it matters

This annual spring concert is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the talent and hard work of young musicians in the Washington area. The free admission makes it accessible to the broader community to enjoy classical music performances.

The details

The concert program will include Cello Concerto Movement I by Edward Elgar featuring senior soloist Carter Kunz, March of the Priests from 'Athalie' by Felix Mendelssohn, and Viola Concerto Movement III by Johann Stamitz featuring senior soloist Gabriella Wheeler.

  • The concert will take place on March 22, 2026 at 3 pm.

The players

Washington Metropolitan Youth Orchestra

A youth orchestra that provides performance opportunities for young musicians in the Washington, D.C. area.

Washington Metropolitan Concert Orchestra

A community orchestra that performs classical and contemporary works for the greater Washington, D.C. audience.

Carter Kunz

A senior student who will be the featured soloist performing Elgar's Cello Concerto.

Gabriella Wheeler

A senior student who will be the featured soloist performing Stamitz's Viola Concerto.

Edison High School

The venue hosting the free public concert by the two orchestras.

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The takeaway

This free concert is an excellent opportunity for the community to enjoy a showcase of young musical talent from the Washington area and celebrate the arrival of spring.