“DCYO was a central point of my small world while growing up. I was initially enrolled in the orchestra because it was affordable, simple to join and a great learning environment. The weekly rehearsals were what taught me to play the cello. The rented instrument and progressive classes enabled me to become advanced by anyone’s standards. There was and is no other opportunity like the orchestra within the region. Any person can join, and the diverse environment created was both enjoyable and valuable in those critically developmental years.”