Program Structure
In-School Instruction
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Kayne Siart (TK–8th Grade): General music, elementary orchestra, middle school band and orchestra
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Dalzell Lance (9th–12th Grade): High school band
After-School Program (YOLA at Camino)
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Available to CNCA students in 2nd grade and up
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Hosted at Kayne Siart, but open to students from all Camino Nuevo schools
Class Offerings at Kayne Siart:
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Starting in 2nd grade: Violin, choir, musicianship/theory, percussion, recorder
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Starting in 3rd grade: Viola, cello, double bass
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Starting in 4th grade: Flute, clarinet, trumpet, French horn, trombone
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Elective offerings include: Mariachi, video game & movie music, improvisation
Coming Fall 2025:
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YOLA at Cisneros will launch with programming for 2nd and 3rd grade students
Student Progression and Opportunities
Our program scaffolds music instruction across a TK–12th grade journey. Students start by learning music fundamentals, then move on to instrumental training and ensemble participation in middle and high school. Students regularly perform in recitals, concerts, and festivals to showcase their growth. Instruction covers everything from reading counts and notes to mastering music theory and ensemble performance.
YOLA students also gain access to:
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YOLA Institute
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YOLA Camp
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YOLA National
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College Prep workshops
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Special events and masterclasses
Performances & Experiences
YOLA students have had the opportunity to perform and travel internationally, including performances at the:
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Walt Disney Concert Hall
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Hollywood Bowl (including with Natalia Lafourcade)
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Super Bowl
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National Gallery (Washington, D.C.)
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International locations including London, Tokyo, Paris, Lisbon, and Bogotá
We are proud of the many stages our young musicians have graced, and we look forward to seeing Camino Nuevo students follow in their footsteps.
To learn more about YOLA at Camino Nuevo, contact our Program Director, Jonathan Terry, at [email protected].