Student Player Applications
As part of its charitable outreach work, the orchestra offers the chance for young players to attend the first rehearsal for upcoming concerts and to play through the full programme.
This is a great opportunity to experience playing in a large orchestra, with the orchestra's inspirational conductor Simon Wright.
The musicians in each section will be very welcoming and helpful, and you won't be expected to play every note!
Invitation to play
The YGO extends invitations for young players of Grade 8 standard to attend the first rehearsal for the orchestra's forthcoming concerts.
These are great opportunities to experience playing in a large orchestra with the orchestra's conductor Simon Wright and gain an understanding of the rehearsal process and the discipline required.
Keep revisiting this page for updates which will be made as and when available. The invitations will be coordinated by the York Music Hub.
Next event details
Date:
Tuesday 26th January 2027 - to be confirmed
Time:
7:15pm for a 7:30pm start, until 9:45pm.
Place:
To be confirmed.
Music:
Smetana - Overture to The Bartered Bride
Dvořák - Cello Concerto
Beethoven - Equale for 4 Trombones
Beethoven - Symphony No.7 in A major
Attendance
If you would like to attend one of these rehearsals, you will need to complete an on-line application form. Please note, if you are under 16 this form will need to be completed by your parent /carer.
Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit in some sections (wind and brass). Clarinettists will require an A clarinet.
Students who are under 16 will need to be brought to the rehearsal and collected again by an adult.
Confirmation
Places will be confirmed by email. The orchestra reserve the right to select those players to whom a place will be offered. No correspondence will be entered into in respect of the allocation process.
Players who attend this rehearsal will be entitled to a complimentary ticket for the relevant concert.
