Progression Pathway at NYOS
NYOS | Engage
Age: 8-18
Grade: 1-5
Information: Co-designed residency with a local authority partner per academic year.
NYOS | Academy
Age: 9-14
Grade: 2+ or equivalent
Information: No auditions, details of the programme and applications open next year.
NYOS | Development
Age: 11-18
Grade: 5-8 or equivalent
Information: Applications for 2024 are now closed. Auditions are submitted as a recorded audition, reviewed by the panel. Courses in spring and summer, with two concerts per year.
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NYOS: LAB
Age: 14-18
Grade: 6+ or equivalent
Information: Improvisation course, allowing young musicians to explore their creative voice through collective music-making.
NYOS | Scotland's National Youth Orchestra
Age: 14-22
Grade: 8+ or equivalent
Information: Applications for 2024 are now closed. Option for free live auditions in-person or recorded audition. Courses in spring and summer, with five concert performances in the year.
NYOS | Camerata
Eligibility: Current and past members of NYOS - by invitation only.
Information: Pre-professional musical experiences for young people who may be looking to transition to a professional career in the arts. Providing ad-hoc unique opportunities for music-making as an orchestra.
