The National Youth Orchestra is coming to Blackpool, and we want to meet YOU!
If you are a local musician aged 12-19 and play an orchestral instrument at Grade 3 level or above, come and join for NYO Open Side by Side.
Experience the thrill of live music, playing in an orchestra made up entirely of like-minded teenagers. Explore exciting music sitting alongside musicians from The National Youth Orchestra, with an NYO conductor, in the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
A sharing performance to friends and family will take place at 4.45pm in the ballroom.
Sign up by Monday 2 February 2026. You will then receive final information and music to prepare.
This event is in partnership with Lancashire Music Hub and Blackpool Music Service.