Searched launghced for talented musicians to form Opera North Youth Orchestra

A search has been launched for talented young musicians to form an Opera North Youth Orchestra for a summer tour.

They will work alongside the Leeds based Youth Company to stage a one act opera called ‘Dr Ferret’s Bad Medicine Roadshow’ during the Buxton Fringe Festival and at shows in Hull and London.

STRING SECTION: Young players practice their skills. PIC: Opera Northplaceholder image
STRING SECTION: Young players practice their skills. PIC: Opera North

Fifteen young wind, string, percussion and brass players are now being sought to work alongside the existing singers. The musicians need to be 14 to 19-years-old and at Grade 8 standard or above. To apply submit a short video showcasing your playing to [email protected] together with their contact details, age, playing experience, current grade and parent’s name.

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