Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra
Patron, Sir Simon Rattle
The Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra offers young musicians from the region exceptional orchestral training and performance experience. As the youth orchestra of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, its members benefit from a prestigious association with one of the UK’s premier symphony orchestras and concert halls.
Benefits of membership include:
- Coaching from members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
- Performing at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and regional venues
- Playing exciting and challenging orchestral works
- Taking part in creative projects, masterclasses and workshops with international artists
- Discounted tickets to concerts and events at Philharmonic Hall
- Opportunities to undertake work experience with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic
- International touring
- Playing alongside some of the finest young musicians in the region
Principal Conductor, Matthew Wood
The Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra prides itself in working with some of the best young professional conductors. Australian conductor Matthew Wood has conducted the youth orchestra since 2006, and is currently Conductor in Association with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Previously Matthew spent two years as Junior Fellow in Conducting at the Royal Northern College of Music, where he collaborated with conductors such as Mark Elder, Baldur Brönnimann, Clark Rundell and Gianandrea Noseda.Performances
Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra performs four concerts each season at Philharmonic Hall. It is also invited to give concerts in community venues, as well as providing small ensembles for functions and events. The orchestra is committed to international touring and has performed in many countries worldwide, including Poland, Spain, Germany, Hungary and the Czech Republic.Rehearsals & Residential Courses
Rehearsals are held on Sundays during term-time, with additional rehearsals in the lead up to performances. Residential courses are scheduled in non-touring years.Fees
Membership of the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra costs £100 annually. Residential course fees and tour costs are additional. In cases of exceptional financial hardship, bursaries to help with these costs can be awarded.Who can apply?
Membership is open to all young musicians aged between 13 and 23. String players should have reached a minimum of Associated Board Grade 6 standard or equivalent, wind and brass players Grade 8 or equivalent, and percussionists at least Grade 5.Auditions
In the audition, applicants will be required to play a study and a contrasting piece and will be given orchestral sightreading.Auditions take place in Liverpool on the following dates:
13 and 14 June 2008
6 and 7 September 2008
There may be further opportunities to audition later in the year if places are available.
To apply or for further information contact:
Rachel Bull
Youth Ensembles Coordinator
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic
Philharmonic Hall
Hope Street
Liverpool
L1 9BP
Tel 0151 210 1953
Fax 0151 210 2902
Email rachel.bull@liverpoolphil.com
Closing date for receipt of applications for June auditions is Friday 30 May, and for September auditions is Friday 15 August.
Musicians applying after 15 August will be contacted to arrange an audition in the next available period.