Centre for Young Musicians

08/09/2026

Applications Now Open!

We’re excited to announce that applications are OPEN for our 2026–27 London Youth Wind Band holiday course.

This amazing opportunity is open to all young musicians – not just those in our Saturday programme. If you’re passionate about playing, we want to hear from you!
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LYWB
• Ages 12–18
• Grade 6+
• February half-term & Late July Course & Tour
• Public performance in London
• Summer tour (TBC!)
Apply by 23 October
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Don’t miss out – discover more & apply today!

The London Youth Wind Band gives young musicians aged 12–18 the opportunity to perform a wide range of music, including original works for band and arrangements of classical, film and musical theatre.

27/08/2026

🎶 Applications Now Open!
We're excited to announce that applications are now open for our upcoming holiday course with the London Schools Symphony Orchestra - If you're passionate about playing, we want to hear from you!
✨ London Schools Symphony Orchestra (LSSO)
• Ages 13–19
• Minimum standard: Grade 7+

LSSO is a year-long musical experience and journey. Members are invited to join the community based on their commitment to all three holiday courses and the summer tour.

LSSO takes places in the Winter, Spring and Summer School holidays. Each intensive course features high-level group coaching from London’s top teachers and performers, alongside rehearsals led by our world-class guest conductors.

🗓 Apply by 16 September

📢 Don’t miss out – discover more and apply today!
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The London Schools Symphony Orchestra gives young musicians aged 14–19 and living in London, the opportunity to work with distinguished conductors and accompany some of the world’s most illustrious soloists, three times a year.

04/08/2026

02/08/2026

Last concert of the LSSO Tour 2026 to Catalunya 🇪🇸 Castell de Castelldefels - the orchestra totally smashed it! Congratulations LSSO you should be so proud of yourselves!

02/08/2026

LSSO Catalunya Tour 2026 - amazing concerts, fabulous music and great vibes 😁

28/07/2026

Swanage steam train 🚂

27/02/2026

⏰ Last Chance to Apply – Deadline Monday 2 March! 🎶

Applications for the Centre for Young Musicians (CYM) close this Monday — don’t miss out!

Are you (or a young musician you know) looking for a place to make music, meet new friends, and grow your skills every weekend? CYM could be the perfect fit.

🎵 What is CYM?
Based at Morley College London (near Waterloo), CYM brings together young musicians of all ages and abilities every Saturday during term time.

Students:
✨ Work with top industry professionals
🎹 Explore all kinds of music — from classical to jazz, pop, and beyond
🎤 Build confidence and creativity in a fun, supportive environment

📅 Key info:
• Applications close Monday 2 March 2026
• Auditions take place in spring
• New students start in September

There’s no cost to audition, and means-tested bursaries are available 💫

👉 Apply now before it’s too late:
https://www.gsmd.ac.uk/.../centre-for-young-musicians/apply

Please share with any young musicians who might be interested!