Next Concert: Wednesday 18th June 2025
On 9th May, we were delighted to perform once again at the European Union in the UK's celebration of #EuropeDay at St John’s Smith Square!
The orchestra played a brand new arrangement of the iconic European anthem, Ode to Joy, followed by the UK's own National anthem. This performance was made especially significant by the 200th anniversary of Beethoven's 9th Symphony.
Thank you to our friends at European Union in the UK and Cultural Relations Platform for involving us in this special occasion.
The Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra is Britain’s leading orchestra for young musicians on the threshold of their professional careers. It provides invaluable experience to those who are studying or have recently completed their training, but are not yet established in the profession.
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"these students represent the next generation of orchestral musicians who will continue our great classical tradition into the new millennium. The orchestra needs all your encouragement and support."
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Everyone at YMSO was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ronald Corp OBE on Wednesday. Ron was one of the most brilliant figures in British classical music, and a longstanding friend, collaborator, and steadfast supporter of the orchestra.
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Awful and very sad news. I would be grateful to know of Ron's funeral arrangements.
What a privilege to perform at the European Union in the UK’s #EuropeDay2025 celebrations this afternoon at St John’s Smith Square! Thank you to the brilliant team at the EU delegation for and our friends at The Royal Ballet School for their collaboration and hard work putting the event together 🇪🇺🇬🇧🎶🩰
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The orchestra’s final concert of the season is on Wednesday 18th June at Cadogan Hall. Join YMSO for an exciting evening of music conducted by Scott Wilson! 🎶
Elgar’s Cockaigne Overture opens the concert, capturing the lively spirit of London. This is followed by Stanford’s Concert Variations upon an English Theme, with renowned pianist Piera Lane as soloist 🎹
The second half of the programme begins with Strauss’ Don Juan, a rich and atmospheric tone poem that showcases the composer’s mastery of orchestration and dramatic intensity. Finally, the orchestrs will perform the stunningly vivid Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2 by Ravel.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW 🎫: cadoganhall.com/whats-on/young-musicians-symphony-orchestra-elgar-stanford-strauss-ravel/book/110... ... See MoreSee Less
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