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THE CARDIFF & VALE YOUTH ORCHESTRA

ABOUT US...

The Cardiff County and Vale of Glamorgan Youth Orchestra (formerly the South Glamorgan Youth Orchestra) was founded in 1975.

The orchestra rehearses weekly, during term time, at Whitchurch High School on the outskirts of Cardiff. We currently have 110 members aged 13 to 22.

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The Youth Orchestra performs three concerts annually in venues including the prestigious BBC Hoddinott Hall, Wales Millennium Centre. The orchestra also undertakes a foreign concert tour to Europe every two years.

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PERFORMANCES AND EVENTS...

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

“The CCVGYO was integral to my artistic journey. Every rehearsal was like an instant hit of inspiration. It was after playing in this orchestra that I realised my potential and started to compose orchestral music. The friendships that we built will be life-long, I owe so much to the orchestra for providing such incredible training, nurturing my musicianship and giving me such amazing memories”.

- Katie Jenkins

Former Member (Violin)

OUR LATEST NEWS...

Stay up to date with the latest news from the Cardiff and Vale Youth Orchestra. We've had an exiting year of concerts, a tour to Italy and other events.

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Get to know us. See photos from our past performances and concert tours.

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Council funding through the Cardiff and Vale Music Service and membership fees only cover a small portion of our costs. The Youth Orchestra relies on sponsorship, donations and fundraising activities to help us thrive and further our musical experiences through residential courses and concert tours at home and abroad. Click below to find out how you could help support our work.

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