NYO – National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain

Applications to join NYO 2021 will open in April 2020.

Applications to join NYO 2020 have now closed. If you have a question relating to your application or the audition process, please email auditions@nyo.org.uk.

Interested in joining NYO?

If you are aged 13-18, play at Grade 8 distinction level or equivalent, and are totally committed to music… the world’s greatest orchestra of teenagers needs you.

Be part of NYO and break through to the next level of orchestral brilliance, perform the most challenging music with the world’s greatest conductors and inspire other teenagers through NYO Inspire. We are also recruiting teenage composers.

Auditions are FREE and you will receive feedback. Bursaries are available to cover travel to and from the audition as well as your place in the orchestra. Auditions are friendly, positive, and great learning experiences. NYO Tutors share playing tips in a workshop, and all applicants receive performance feedback.

Further details can be found on the NYO website