See & Hear
Conductor Elim Chan and NYOS Symphony Orchestra taking their bow after an outstanding performance at GRCH, April 2019.
Conductor Elim Chan in asction with NYOS Symphony Orchestra during its 40th Anniversary spring concert at GRCH, April 2019
Elim Chan and Steven Osborne modestly absorb the audiences appreciation for a fantastic interpration of Rachmaninov's 3rd Piano Concerto
Elim Chan, Conductor & Soloist Steven Osborne share a moment during Rach 3
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
NYOS Symphony Orchestra rehearsals, GRCH, April 2019
The Symphony Orchestra perform in Perth Concert Hall before their tour of China.
NYOS celebrates its 35th anniversary in the Usher Hall, Edinburgh.
The Children's Orchestra perform in Perth Concert Hall, with Roland Kieft at the helm.
Camerata Scotland perform in Queens Hall, Edinburgh.
The Children's Orchestra perform in Queens Hall, Edinburgh. The leader was Nicola Benedetti.
The orchestra visit the Netherlands during their summer tour of 1988.
NYOS alumni Evelyn Glennie joins the orchestra as soloist for John McLeod's Percussion Concerto.
The orchestra are welcomed on stage during their summer tour of Scotland, Norway and the Faroe Islands, with Sir Alexander Gibson at the helm.
The orchestra take a quick photo in their iconic NYOS concert dress during the Viking Tour of 1982.
In this image the orchestra visit Earl's Palace, Kirkwall.
This image was taken in 1980 at the NYOS concert in Lerwick, Shetland.
This image was taken in 1979 at Glenalmond College, Perthshire.
On stage with conductor Paul Daniel at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh International Festival, August 2018
Hannah Fisher, Conrad Ihering, Jonathan Mackay and David Sinclair meet our Royal Patron Prince Edward at the after show drinks reception, Usher Hall, Edinburgh, August 2018. Photography by Mihaela Bodlovic.
Conductor Paul Daniel putting the orchestra through its paces during final rehearsal before performing at the Edinburgh International Festival, August 2018. Photograph by Ryan Buchanan.
Calum Kirkpatrick doing some final preparations at the Usher Hall moments before the Orchestra's Edinburgh International Festival performance. Photograph by Ryan Buchanan.
The Usher Hall, Edinburgh moments before NYOS Symphony Orchestra marked its welcome return to the Edinburgh International stage after a 30 year absence. August 2018.
Flautist Fiona Sweney on stage in Glasgow's George Square. Part of Festival 2018, Glasgow's cultural celebrations that ran alongside the European Championship Games, August 2018.
Violinist Corin Whitmarsh on stage in Glasgow's George Square. Part of Festival 2018, Glasgow's cultural celebrations that ran alongside the European Championship Games, August 2018.
Fantastic audinece in Glasgow's George Square for the special Gala Concert with live link to Berlin. Part of Festival 2018, Glasgow's cultural showcase that ran alongside the European Championship Games, August 2018.
Flautist Rachael Watson on stage in Glasgow's George Square. Part of Festival 2018, Glasgow's cultural celebrations that ran alongside the European Championship Games, August 2018.
Conductor Paul Daniel on stage with Soprano Emma Mockett at Festival 2018 in Glasgow's George Square part of the European Championship Games cultural celebrations, August 2018.
Mezzo-soprano Rebecca Afowny-Jones on stage with the Orchestra in Glasgow's George Square. Part of Festival 2018, Glasgow's cultural celebrations that ran alongside the European Championship Games, August 2018.
Violinist Ruaridh Geddes looks on at the audience in Glasgow's George Square as anticipation grows for the opening piece of a special Gala Concert. Part of the European Champioship Games Cultural Festival, August 2018.
The stage is set at Glasgow's George Square prior to a very special European Championships Gala Concert with live link to the Brandenburger Sinfoniker performing in Berlin's Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche, August 2018.
Orchestra bow with conductor Paul Daniel and singers Rebecca Afowny-Jones, David Lynn, Emma Mockett and Mark Nathan at Dundee's Caird Hall, August 2018
NYOS Symphony Orchestra on stage at Dundee's Caird Hall alongside Surrey-born baratone Mark Nathan, August 2018.
Group shot of Jason and the Jazz Orchestra behind the scenes at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Malcolm Edmonstone thanking Jason, the Orchestra and the audience at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Ross Taylor on keys, performing at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Guitarist Chris Gilday performing at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Andre Bain conducts NYOS Jazz at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Brass section performing at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Jazz vocalists performing at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Jason Singh jamming with presenter Seonaid Aitken at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Jason Singh with the Jazz Orchestra at BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz Nights at the Quay, October 2018. Photograph by Karen Miller, courtesy of BBC Scotland
Composite image of Jason Singh and the Jazz Orchestra perfoming at the Tolbooth, Stirling, October 2018.
A big thumbs up from Andrew Bain and a huge round of applause at the end of the Orchestra's sold-out performance at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Double bassist David Flanagan performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Saxophone solo from Jack Schendel at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Trombonist Anoushka Nanguy performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Guitarist Chris Gilday performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Jason Singh introducing his next adventure into sound at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Saxophonists Appin Mackay-Champion, Tallulah Molleson and Jack Schendel performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Jazz vocalist Delilah Niel performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Jazz vocalist Alexander Lyons performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Jazz vocalist Mari-Anne Green performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Jazz vocalist Molly Bambrough performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Trombonist Angus Grierson performing at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row, 22 July 2018
Fish Eye lens view at Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival hub venue, Teviot Row highlighting the sell-out audience. 22 July 2018.
Saxophonist Alicia Gardener-Trejo performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
Saxophonist Rachel Duns performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
Multi Instrumentalist Appin MacKay-Champion performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
Jazz vocalist Ellen Connelly performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
Jazz vocalist Alexander Lyons performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photgraphy by Roddy McKenzie
Jazz vocalist Molly Bambrough performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photograph by Roddy McKenzie
Jazz vocalist Delilah Neil performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photograph by Roddy McKenzie
Drum solo from Kenny Lyons at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photgraphy by Roddy McKenzie
NYOS Jazz vocalists performing at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
Vocal sculptor, beatboxer and sound artist Jason Singh in the spotlight at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photograph by Roddy McKenzie
Kenny Lyons on drums at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
NYOS Jazz Orchestra with Jason Singh at Ironworks Venue, Inverness, 20 July 2018. Photography by Roddy McKenzie
Violinist Yvonne Zhou at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Violinist Anna Hodson having fun with her desk partner at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Rebecca Wallace on Timps at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
The talented percussionists perfrom Music for Pieces of Wood at a pre-concert show
Conductor Catherine Larsen-Maguire in full flow at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Flautist Beth Morrison at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Sophie Chin, First Violins at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Calum Ross on Tuba at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Conductor Catherine Larsen-Maguire steadies the ship at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Cellist Joshua Gray at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Orchestra bow with conductor Catherine Larsen-Maguire at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2018
Junior Orchestra members love the experience and clamour for photos with one of their idols.
Inspirational stuff from Nicola Benedetti, July 2018
Selfie time with Junior Orchestra Patron, Nicola Benedetti. July 2018
Conductor Holly Mathieson putting the Orchestra through its paces, July 2018
Nicola Benedtti listens to the Orchestra rehearse, July 2018
All smiles as orchestra members enjoy a short masterclass from Nicola Benedetti, July 2018
Tutor Roddy Long offering his services as Nicola's glamarous assisstant, July 2018
Straight to business as Nicky offers the orchestra some invaluable training and performance tips, July 2018
Patron of our Junior Orchestra, Nicola Benedetti arrives and looks delighted to be back. July 2018
Happy anticipation among the cellists awaiting the arrival of a very special guest, July 2018
The strings section and tutor Roddy Long await the arrival of a very famous violinist, July 2018
NYOS Futures strings section rehearsing with Drake Music Scotland's Digital Orchestra at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh. 10 August 2017
NYOS Futures and Drake Music Scotland's Digital Orchestra in all their technical splendour during rehearsals of Microscopic Dances at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh. 10 August 2017
Chris Jacquin on Brainfingers during rehearsals of Microscopic Dances at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh, 10 August 2017.
Stephanie Forrest on iPad and Skoog follows conductor Oliver Searle very closely during rehearsals of Microscopic Dances at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh. 10 August 2017
Director of NYOS Jazz Access Jules Jackson introducing some of the jazz combos at NYOS Jazz Summer School
Students enjoying the evening jazz combo performances as part of NYOS Jazz Summer School
Vocal coaching at NYOS Jazz Summer School with the amazing Liane Carroll
Its seriously fun at NYOS Jazz Summer School
Impromptu, al fresco performance from the amazing jazz vocalist, pianist and Jazz Summer School tutor Liane Carroll
An absolutely captivated audience listening to the amazing jazz vocalist and NYOS Jazz Summer School tutor Liane Carroll at Sabhal Mór Ostaig, Isle of Skye.
Early morning rhythym exercises at NYOS Jazz Summer School, Sabhal Mór Ostaig, Isle of Skye
Breathing and rhythm warm up excersises around the stone amphitheatre at NYOS Jazz Summer School, Sabhal Mór Ostaig, Isle of Skye
Director of NYOS Jazz Access Jules Jackson introducing some of the jazz combos at NYOS Jazz Summer School
Students enjoying the evevning jazz combo performances as part of NYOS Jazz Summer School
Vocal coaching at NYOS Jazz Summer School with the amazing Liane Carroll
Its seriously fun at NYOS Jazz Summer School
Improptu, al fresco performance from the amazing jazz vocalist, pianist and Jazz Summer School turtor Liane Carroll
An absolutely captivated audience listening to the amazing jazz vocalist and NYOS Jazz Summer School tutor Liane Carroll at Sabhal Mór Ostaig, Isle of Skye.
Early morning rhythym exercises at NYOS Jazz Summer School, Sabhal Mór Ostaig, Isle of Skye
Breathing and rhythm warm up excersises around the stone ampitheatre at NYOS Jazz Summer School, Sabhal Mór Ostaig, Isle of Skye
Final rehearsals of Microscopic Dances with composer Oliver Searle, Drake Music Scotland's Digital Orchetra and NYOS Futures at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh
NYOS Futures strings section being put through their paces during rehearsals of Microscopic Dances at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh
NYOS Futures wind section being put through their paces during rehearsals of Microscopic Dances at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh
Early rehearsals of Microscopic Dances with composer Oliver Searle, Drake Music Scotland's Digital Orchetra and NYOS Futures at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh
Trombonists Jessica Insall, Jade Campbell and James McCorkindale left to right at Greyfrairs Kirk, Edinburgh 15 July 2017
Cellist Muminah Koleoso carefully follows the direction from inspirational conductor Holly Mathieson at Greyfrairs Kirk, Edinburgh 15 July 2017
First violinist Oceane Taneus-Miller, poised and ready at Greyfrairs Kirk 15 July 2017
Complete concentration from violist Zoe Chan at Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh 15 July 2017
Seriously fun, Samantha Insall and Milena Kriz having a bit of a laugh before the big summer performance at Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh.
Flautist Jamie McClenaghan warming up before the big summer performance at Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh 15 July 2017
Violinist Oliver Patterson looking relaxed before the summer concert at Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh 15 July 2017
Soloist and former NYOS Symphony Orchestra principal cellist Findlay Spence performs a beautiful rendition of Kabalevsky's Cello Concerto No.1
Conductor Holly Mathieson with cellist Findlay Spence at Greyfrairs Kirk in Edinburgh, July 2017
A beautiful venue with lovely acoustics. NYOS Junior Orchestra performing at Greyfriars Kirk with conductor Holly Mathieson 15 July 2017
Some relaxing pre rehearsal yoga lead by clarinet tutor Jean Johnson. Namaste.
A little bit of pre rehearsal mindfulness to relax and focus young minds during the summer course
Funny face panoramic rehearsal shot (in)complete with headless Thomas Kettle during NYOS Senior's summer course at Strathallan School in Perthshire
NYOS Senior Orchestra spelling it out during its summer course at Strathallan School in Perthshire
Final rehearsal with pianist Sarah Ayoub at Stirling's Albert Halls before a sold out performance on 20 July 2017.
Final rehearsal with pianist Sarah Ayoub at Stirling's Albert Halls before a sold out performance on 20 July 2017.
Post concert celebrations with conductor Michael Francis and soloist Colin Currie at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as another highly succesful summer season draws to a close.
Left to right: William Fielding (Cello), Marjorie Rycroft (Chairman of the NYOS Board), Nicholas Ross (First Violin) and Matthew Terras (Cello) at the post concert reception, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 5 August 2017
Left to right: Robyn Blair (Principal French Horn), Andrew Mellor (Clarinet), Joe Hodson (First Violin) and Roanna Tait (First Violin) at the post concert reception, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 5 August 2017
Deserved applause for a fantastic performance at Glasgow Royal Concert 5 August 2017
NYOS Symphony Orchestra on stage with gobos at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall just before an outstanding rendition of Copland's epic third Symphony
NYOS Symphony Orchestra strings had a sumptuous tone throughout Gershwin's ever popular An American in Paris
Conductor Michael Francis congratulates Colin Currie on a fantastic and mesmeric performance of Andrew Norman's Switch
Percussionist Colin Currie rushes on to the stage as if late, to begin his performance of Andrew Norman's Switch
The rapport between conductor and orchestra was clear for all to see as Michael Francis led the forces with clear direction and a steady beat.
Precise and emotive conducting from Michael Francis at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 5 Auhust 2017
Symphony Orchestra tubas and trombone giving it their all at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 5 August 2017
Principal flautist Fiona Sweeney during Gershwin's An American in Paris at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 5 Augsut 2017
Colin Currie and the Symphony Orchestra percussion section pre concert performance of Steve Reich's Music for Pieces of Wood at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.
Colin Currie enjoying a laugh with NYOS Symphony Orchestra's percussion section before performing Steve Reich's Music for Pieces of Wood in the Exhibition Hall at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
BBC Prom 28 - 5 August 2016
BBC Prom 28 - 5 August 2016
Summer 2016, the amazing Liane Carroll joined on tour by a phenomenal Jazz Choir culminating with an outstanding performance at the Royal Albert Hall during Prom 28
Principal Conductor Andrew Bain with NYOS Jazz Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall performing Duke Ellinton's Such Sweet Thunder
Director of Jazz at NYOS, Malcolm Edmonstone getting his groove on with NYOS Jazz Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall, BBC Proms 2016
Iain Ballamy with NYOS Jazz Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall BBC Prom 28
Iain Ballamy with NYOS Jazz Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall for BBC Proms 2016
NYOS Jazz Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall performing at the BBC Proms 2016
Pavel Kolesnikov and Ilan Volkov taking a bow at the Royal Albert Hall, BBC Prom 30
NYOS Symphony Orchestra performing at the Royal Albert Hall for BBC Prom 30
Pianist Pavel Lolesnikov performing Tchaikovshy's Second Piano Concerto in full with NYOS Symphony Orchestra at the BBC Proms 2016
Composer Helen Grime with Leader Yeye Xu and NYOS Symphony Orchestra following the world premiere performance of her new work Snow
Composer Helen Grime with NYOS Symphony Orchestra and conductor Ilan Volkov after the world premiere performance of Snow
NYOS Symphony Orchestra with Ilan Volkov at the BBC Proms 2016
Final bow at Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh
Wind, braas and percussion sections at Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh
String section at Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh
NYOS Junior Orchestra with conductor Holly MAthieson at Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh in July 2015
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
End of course performance at Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
End of course performance at Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Kilgraston School, Perthshire 2016
Group shot with a distinct West Side Story flavour
Conductor James Lowe taking the percussion section through their paces at Strathallan 2016
Conductor James Lowe chatting with the percussionists at Strathallan 2016
NYOS Jazz Access performing at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye after the Jazz Summer School 2016
NYOS Jazz Access performing at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye after the Jazz Summer School 2016
NYOS Jazz Access performing at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye after the Jazz Summer School 2016
NYOS Jazz Choir & NYOS Jazz Orchestra performing at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye after the Jazz Summer School 2016
NYOS Jazz Access & NYOS Jazz Orchestra performing at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye after the Jazz Summer School 2016
NYOS Jazz Access & NYOS Jazz Orchestra performing at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye after the Jazz Summer School 2016
Lili Boulanger's D'un matin de printemps
NYOS Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paul Daniel perform Boulanger's D'un matin de printemps at the Usher Hall, August 2018
As an arts manager, Katie Duffy's experience of playing with NYOS has gone on to give her valuable insight to inform her future career. Support NYOS by becoming a Friend or Chair Sponsor
Alumni Stories - Scott Dickinson
Section Principal Viola of BBC SSO, Scott Dickinson, shares his memories of NYOS and reflects on the value of his experience to his career.
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Alumni Stories - Nicola Benedetti
One of the most sought-after violinists of her generation, NYOS alumna Nicola Benedetti shares her thoughts on the value of NYOS to young musicians today.
One of the UK's leading performers and educators, Andrew Bain tells us how valuable his experience of NYOS Symphony Orchestra and NYOS Jazz Orchestra was to him.
For more about Andrew visit: http://andrewbain.org/
Award-winning saxophonist Helena Kay tells us NYOS helped her meet like-minded jazz musicians and develop a range of musical skills.
For more about Helena visit: https://helena-kay.com/
As a solo and chamber artist at the peak of his powers, Colin Currie knows what it takes to perform with the world’s leading orchestras. In this video, he shares his memories of performing outstanding repertoire with NYOS and the impact that had on him.
Read Colin's interview in the Scotsman: https://bit.ly/30WS874
Rising star and one half of the now famous Ayoub Sisters, Sarah Ayoub shares what NYOS means to her and reflects on her highlights from the courses.
Read Sarah's interview in the Scotsman: https://bit.ly/2JRAY5D
Alumni Stories - Francis Cummings
Francis Cummings shares his memories of leading the first National Youth Orchestra of Scotland 40 years ago and reflects on the importance of NYOS to young musicians today.
Look out for interviews with NYOS alumni Sarah Ayoub, Colin Currie, Nicola Benedetti and Malcolm Edmonstone in The Scotsman in the weeks ahead, and learn how the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland helped shape their careers.
Introducing Alumni Stories... hear from former NYOS players and learn how NYOS influenced their careers.
Tell Us Who We Are - Behind the scenes
In Tell Us Who We Are, the young people question and explore who they are as millennials within society. Through the prism of war, they contrast their lives to all of the young people who have lived in the century following the end of World War One.
NYOS Symphony Orchestra return to Edinburgh International Festival 2018
After 30 years, NYOS Symphony Orchestra makes a welcome return to Edinburgh International Festival (EIF). In this designated Year of Young People 2018 the Festival is showcasing extraordinary young classical talents from both sides of the Atlantic and we are beyond proud to be back and to be part of such an amazing line up of young talented musicians. We also have a wonderfully poignant programme to share with our Usher Hall Audience on 9 August 2018. For full details please visit our Performance Page here
NYOS Symphony Orchestra performing 'Largo' from Dvorak's Symphony No.9, 'New World', April 2017
I this short film we see and hear NYOS Symphony Orchestra conducted by Tecwyn Evans, perform 'Largo' from Dvorak's grand masterpiece, his ninth Symphony, the New World. The haunting, yet delicate cor anglais solo is performed by Caitlin Heathcote. The film was captured, in part, to mark our continued involvement with the BBC Ten Pieces Initiative, which aims to open up the world of classical music to 7-14 year-olds across the UK and inspire them to develop their own creative responses to the music. This performance takes place at the beautiful Usher Hall in Edinburgh and forms part of the Symphony Orchestra's 2017 spring tour.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04pc0j8
In this short clip we see NYOS Futures with Drake Music Scotland's Digital Orchestra performing a section from a brand new work by composer Oliver Searle, entitled Microscopic Dances on 12 August 2017 at the Tom Fleming Centre, Stewart’s Melville College, Edinburgh.
End of Copland's 3rd Symphony, 4th Movement
In this short clip we see NYOS Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Michael Francis performing the last section of the 4th movement from Aaron Copland's epic 3rd Symphony on the final date of its summer tour at Perth Concert Hall 4 August 2017.
Green Flower Street from The Nightfly performed by NYOS Jazz Orchestra
In this short clip we see NYOS Jazz Orchestra, NYOS Jazz choir, guitarist Malcolm MacFarlane, music director Malcolm Edmonstone on keys and conductor Andrew Bain performing 'Green Flower Street' from Donald Fagen's seminal solo album The Nightfly. Enjoy!
NYOS Senior Orchestra performing part of 'Mardi Gras' from Ferde Grofe's Mississippi Suite
In this short clip we see NYOS Senior Orchestra, conducted by Maxime Tortelier performing part of 'Mardi Gras' from Ferde Grofe's Mississippi Suite for its encore', at the Albert Halls in Stirling on 20 July 2017.
1st Movement from Amy Beach's, Symphony No.2 'Gaelic'
In this short clip we see NYOS Junior Orchestra performing part of the second movement from Amy Beach's second Symphony subtitled Gaelic, at Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh on 15 July 2017.
NYOS Jazz Collective at the Late Night Studio, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall 30 April 2017
In this short clip we see one of the best quartets ever to emerge from the NYOS Jazz pathway with Brodie Jarvie on bass, Stephen Henderson on drums, David Swan on piano, and current member Matthew Carmichael on saxophone to perform popular standards and some of their own compositions as NYOS Jazz Collective.
NYOS Senior Orchestra at Glasgow's City Halls, April 2017
In this short clip we hear NYOS Senior Orchestra conducted by Maxime Tortelier perform part of the last movement of Howard Hanson's Symphony No. 2 Romantic, also known for its inclusion in the end sequence of a very famous sci-fi film.
NYOS Junior Orchestra at Stevenson Hall, the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, April 2017
In this short clip we hear NYOS Junior Orchestra perform the end sequence of John Philip Sousa's The Liberty Bell with great pomp and purpose. Bravo!!
NYOS Symphony Orchestra Road to the BBC Proms 2016
In this short film we see NYOS Symphony Orchestra (The National Youth Orchestra of Scotland) conducted by Principal Guest Conductor of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, the charismatic Ilan Volkov performing Stravinsky’s wonderfully rhythmic composition The Firebird during its 2016 summer tour.
The Symphony Orchestra is also joined by BBC New Generation Artist, Pavel Kolesnikov, to perform Tchaikovsky’s turbulent and virtuosic Second Piano Concerto.
NYOS Jazz Orchestra Road to the BBC Proms 2016
In this short film we follow NYOS Jazz Orchestra (The National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland) as it welcomes back two of its most celebrated guest artists, Iain Ballamy and Liane Carroll. Both Iain and Liane joined the Jazz Orchestra as tutors for the summer school on the Isle of Skye and then performed alongside the Orchestra during its two-leg summer tour, and for the all-important BBC Prom on 5 August at the Royal Albert Hall.
