Perform With The English Chamber Orchestra

The deadline to apply has now passed, however if you’d like to request to take part you can email us on events@calderdalemusic.co.uk and we will take your application in to consideration.

Please include your name, your school and what instrument you play and what grade/level you are working on.

Join the English Chamber Orchestra for an unforgettable performance!

Young musicians and singers age 11 – 18 years and under are invited to rehearse and perform side‑by‑side with the world‑renowned English Chamber Orchestra (ECO). This is a unique chance to develop your skills, meet professional players, and take part in an exciting performance at the Victoria Theatre on Monday 22 June 2026.

If you’re not available for this date, please register your interest anyway as there may be other opportunities for you to get involved with!

Who are the English Chamber Orchestra?

The English Chamber Orchestra is one of the world’s leading chamber orchestras, known for performing in more countries and making more recordings than any other ensemble of its kind. Over its six decades, it has collaborated with many of the world’s greatest musicians. They are based at Cadogan Hall in London, and performed at the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The King is the orchestra’s patron.

What to Expect

• Music sent in advance: You’ll receive music before rehearsals so you can practice confidently at home.
• Rehearsals: There will be two sessions of focused rehearsals over a Saturday and a Sunday in June, to make sure everyone is comfortable with the music.
• Performance day: Final rehearsal with the ECO from around 4:30pm, followed by the evening concert at 7:00pm (time TBC).
• Tickets for the concert will be available soon.

Who Can Take Part?

• Instrumentalists and singers, age 11 – 18 years and under who are grade 5+ level on their instrument/voice (You don’t need to have taken any exams, but you must be comfortable reading and following music at this level.)
• You must live or study in Calderdale (as this event uses funding from Calderdale Council)
• All instruments welcome, including contemporary options.
• Singers encouraged! We plan to include repertoire with a choral element.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals will take place over a weekend. When you register, you’ll be able to indicate your availability. Timings and venue TBC.

Deadline To Apply

Please register to take part by Friday 6th March 2026.

How To Apply

Click “Book Tickets” below and follow the instructions.

Questions?

If you have any questions please contact us on events@calderdalemusic.co.uk