VOICED: Europe's young musicians in the spotlight

The European Union Youth Orchestra, consisting of 116 musicians selected from over 4000 applicants, is on a six-city US tour. Musicians face rigorous auditions and practice to secure a seat. The orchestra, founded in 1976, showcases Europe's young talent and is led by conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy. The Kennedy Center hosted a performance of Strauss's Alpine Symphony, attended by nearly 2000 people. The orchestra serves as a launchpad for young musicians, uniting diverse backgrounds through music.

How many musicians are selected to be part of the European Union Youth Orchestra each year?

• 200

• 4000

• 27

• 116

What is a key requirement for musicians to secure a seat in the European Union Youth Orchestra?

• Recommendation from a conductor

• A lifetime of practice

• Winning a music competition

• A degree in music

In what year was the European Union Youth Orchestra founded?

• 1976

• 1980

• 1990

• 2000

Who is the conductor of the European Union Youth Orchestra?

• Leonard Bernstein

• Vladimir Ashkenazy

• Gustavo Dudamel

• Zubin Mehta

What piece did the orchestra perform at the Kennedy Center?

• Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake

• Mozart's Requiem

• Strauss's Alpine Symphony

• Beethoven's Symphony No. 9