We’ve had a fantastic 2022 at Yorchestra celebrating our thirtieth anniversary, with 200 amazing young musicians. It’s been delightful to see the improvements in their confidence and performance across our courses, and has been a real testament to the wonderful musical talent that we have in Yorkshire (and further afield!). Now, we’re looking forward to …
In three months’ time, we shall be celebrating Yorchestra’s 30th anniversary, our Pearl Jubilee. This is a hugely important occasion and one that should make us all proud. It proves that the late Lizzy Edmundson’s inspiration in 1992 was no mere flash in the pan but one that answered a powerful need. When my own …
We are delighted to announce that our Summer Yorchestra courses will be returning this year. The courses will be COVID-compliant and we’re very much looking forward welcoming back our young musicians. The courses will run w/c 23rd August and more details will be available shortly. Keep watching out for updates on our website, social media …
As we begin to emerge from under this dreadful virus, we want to brighten your musical outlook by reassuring you that Yorchestra is still alive and kicking. Before that, we must tell you of some personnel changes. Martin Dreyer has succeeded Lyn Whiting as chairman of trustees and Judith Battersby has taken over at the …
The safety and well-being of everyone involved in Yorchestra is our top priority. In line with government advice we’ve sadly taken the difficult decision to cancel our Summer Course. Sorry for any inconvenience.
The safety and well-being of everyone involved in Yorchestra is our top priority. In line with government advice we’ve sadly taken the difficult decision to cancel our Easter Course. We’ll contact you if you’ve booked a place to organise a refund. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Application forms for our summer course will be available from Monday 13th May. Details of the application timetable can be found here. We looking forward to seeing you all again ready to make lots of great music in the summer holidays!
We’re just getting ready to open applications for our Easter course, which will involve Y3, Y4 and YoYos. Application forms will go live on 4 February, and full details of the application timetable can be found here. Looking forward to lots of great music-making in the Easter holidays again!
Yorchestra was absolutely thrilled to get an interview on Radio York’s Breakfast Show this morning (4th January) to spread the word about what we can offer. If you want to hear the interview (complete with live trombone playing!), it’s available on catch-up here (interview starts at 1:48:24) for the next 29 days (registration required). And here …