The Mission of CTYO is Enriching Lives through Music for Young People and their Families Toward this end, CTYO affirms the following Purposes of its programs and offerings:

• To pursue excellence as a balance of the attainment of artful process and artistic product.n.
• To celebrate inclusiveness by providing an enriching opportunity for all young students of music with all types and genres of musical art..
• To consistently focus on touching families deeply through their involvement in CTYO programs.
• To explore music as a key to the integration of artful creativity, innovation and exploration in the development of vibrant and richly human lives.
• To herald music learning and learning-through-music as essential elements of profound educational achievements and in partnership with educational institutions in the community.
• To enhance the development of creative communities through leadership in and among arts, business and non-profit organizations.
• To edify the importance of social stewardship in the quest for enriching lives by serving communities with an investment of time, talent, commitment, and the products and processes of artful accomplishments.