New England Youth Ensemble, 2026

The New England Youth Ensemble is the resident orchestral programme for Washington Adventist University. Dr. Preston Hawes is the Head of Strings and directs the NEYE, carrying forward the legacy of the orchestra's founder, Dr. Virginia Gene Rittenhouse.  The NEYE play locally and occasionally travel. The performance schedule is updated throughout the season and outlined, below, by location.

Washington Adventist University,

Takoma Park, MD

Christmas Concert: Friday Dec 5th, 7:30PM (free admission)

Sligo Adventist Church - 7700 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD

Featuring Washington Concert Winds, Columbia Collegiate Chorale, and ProMusica