Welcome to
North London Youth Orchestra
Are you a young musician looking for an opportunity to join a high-quality and exciting orchestra?
North London Youth Orchestra is a new term-time orchestra for young musicians in Years 7 – 13, offering a unique opportunity to perform complete symphonic works with young musicians who share a passion for music-making. Our dedicated team of professional staff create a harmonious environment where young musicians can develop their skills and make friends along the way.
What makes NLYO Special?
FULL symphonic programme with the orchestra centre-stage
PROGRAMME covering wide periods of music history
LOCAL community, sharing experiences with local kids
WEEKLY rehearsals, meticulously building orchestral skills over time and form life-long friendships
PROGRESS through the orchestra towards leadership positions
SCOPE for wider opportunities such as mixed media performances
What We Offer
Weekly Rehearsals
Our weekly rehearsals take place at the Henrietta Barnett School on Wednesdays between 6.15 – 8.15pm. A typical evening will have a sectional coached and supervised by a professional coach, forllowed by tutti (whole orchestra) rehearsal.
Winter Concert, 31st January 2026
Our next concert will be on Saturday, 31st January 2026, 6.30PM at St James Muswell Hill.
Programme to be decided shortly, please watch this space! Our first rehearsal of the term starts on 17 September 2025.