Events
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
June 11th 2025
Partner event
Join the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment for a performance of The Fairy Queen. Composer James Redwood and writer Hazel Gould weave their creative magic, seamlessly blending the story of Shakespeare and the music of Henry Purcell’s 1692 opera into a magical new adventure for the whole family. Our reimagining is about wishes that come true, and what happens when they do, as we learn about friendship, love and telling the truth…
Details and booking information to follow
York Schools Choral Festival 2025
June 18th 2025
Hub event
York Schools Choral Festival is back…bigger and bolder than ever before. Over the
past 13 years, the festival has grown from strength to strength, so it is no surprise
that the dedication and commitment from founders Molly Newton and Buffy
Breakwell has paved the way for a longer festival this year, going from two days in
previous years to four days in 2025. We’re forever grateful for Molly and Buffy’s
insight, imagination and musicianship as we head towards what promises to be
another successful Choral Festival with some 800 children expected to create life-
long memories.
Each day starts with a whole festival warm up which moves quickly into workshops
for each school and guided rehearsals from professional musicians. An afternoon
performance then showcases each school’s achievements with a prepared piece
and ends with a combined choir performance to parents and carers of these amazing
children.
School applications have now been processed and booking is closed for this year,
but please contact us if you would like to hear about future festivals.
Everything Day - Brass
July 5th 2025
Hub event
We are very pleased to formally invite you, your bands, pupils, and all those in the brass world to our first everything day on Saturday 5th July 2025 hosted at the University of York!We know that a lot of young brass players play in brass bands and would be thrilled if you are able to attend the event as a band. Entry is completely free for any band in York or North Yorkshire provided they attend as a whole.For individuals or those who do not currently play in a band, a ticket for the day costs £20 which includes access to all workshops and 1:1 contact time if requested. A ticket booking link for individuals is available below.
Approved Tutor/Instrumental Tutor CPD
September 1st 2025
CPD
Join us for our annual day of CPD for instrumental tutors. Agenda and details to follow
SEND Conference
September 24th 2025
Hub event
SEND Conference focusing on Special schools in the morning and Mainstream schools during the afternoon. Agenda and details to follow
Primary Music Meetup!
October 16th 2025
CPD
Join us for a CPD event focusing on composition in the classroom for primary music leads.
Gabrieli ROAR Choral Workshops
October 17th 2025
Partner event
Join Gabrieli ROAR for a day of choral workshops. Two workshops will be held for up to 120 students on each occassion. These will be most suited to those in year six or above. Please get in touch by email for more information.
Everything Day - Strings
October 25th 2025
Hub event
Join us for a day celebrating all things string. Agenda and more details to follow
Secondary CPD
November 12th 2025
CPD
CPD focussed on teachers in a secondary setting. Agenda and details to follow
English Chamber Orchestra and Ben Ellen
November 15th 2025
Partner event
Details to follow
YMH Gala/Fundraising Evening
November 27th 2025
Hub event
Join us for an evening of music at the Merchant Taylors Hall in York. Details to follow
Composition Workshop Day (A Level)
November 29th 2025
Partner event
Join us at the NCEM for a composition workshop for those students studying music at A Level. More information and booking details to follow.