“We got four standing ovations, and at the end while they were clapping, I started thinking about my whole musical journey – how I got here and where I started from. I had no idea I would ever be here. It was definitely the biggest musical experience of my life… Going back to Chicago, I hope that I can inspire my friends at my music school and in my orchestra to enjoy music in the same way that I do now.”—Steven, 2016 #NYO2 violist from Chicago, Illinois Each summer, NYO2 brings together outstanding young instrumentalists like Steven from across the country to play alongside exceptionally talented peers and learn from world-class artists. This #GivingTuesday, join Carnegie Hall in connecting people through the power of music.