CYO Presents: Rock the Orchestra with Hooked Like Helen

An evening of music, resilience, and hope—where powerful stories and unforgettable performances remind us that we are stronger together.

Music has the power to connect us, comfort us, and remind us that we are never alone.
Join the Contemporary Youth Orchestra and Cleveland’s award-winning rock band Hooked Like Helen for an unforgettable evening of powerful music and inspiring stories. Known for their national touring career and advocacy surrounding mental health, resilience, and recovery, Hooked Like Helen has built a devoted following through music that speaks honestly to the human experience. Featuring original orchestrations by CYO Music Director Kris Morron, this unique collaboration blends the energy of rock and orchestra in a program that celebrates hope, perseverance, and the strength we find in community. As the culminating event of CYO’s season-long exploration of Resonance & Resilience, Lend Me Your Ear invites audiences to listen deeply, connect authentically, and leave inspired.