It made me feel really happy that we managed to make something that good
Play the School participant
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Our NYO Inspire programme is free to teenagers from all backgrounds
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We reach 8,000 teenagers through Free for Teens tickets and tours directly to schools and youth centres
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With your support we will enable teenagers from all backgrounds and different levels of ability to pursue music together in the face of extreme pressures and limited opportunities.
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Meet the young people your donation helps
- Inspire Journeys
After lockdown I really valued music so much more because I realised what life was like without music.
- Inspire Journeys
- Orchestra Experiences
After lockdown I really valued music so much more because I realised what life was like without music.
- Inspire Journeys
- Orchestra Experiences
NYO brings out my best self and allows me to become a better trumpet player and collaborator.
- Orchestra Experiences
- Orchestra Experiences
I really enjoy making amazing music with my friends who are very passionate about music just like me.
- Orchestra Experiences
I want to open up orchestral music for my generation by taking part in projects in schools around the country, showing young people what NYO is and how orchestral music can be accessible to everyone.
- Orchestra Experiences
The National Youth Orchestra desperately needs financial support and backing if it is to continue its trailblazing work.
Sir Simon Rattle
NYO Inspire helped me to believe in myself and remember that while I may not have had the same opportunities, I have just as much right to be there as anyone else
Ellie, cello
When you play, it takes you away from difficulties in life
Prince, cello
Some of my most memorable experiences in music come from playing with other musicians. Not only does NYO give you these opportunities, but it takes them all across the UK.
Andrew
It has helped me to take on a leadership role and have more confidence in myself.
Rebecca
— Viola
From the second you arrive, you feel as though youโre joining a musical family, as itโs such a safe and encouraging environment
NYO Inspire musician
If we were able to inspire anyone in the audience or at the schoolsโ workshops to take up a musical instrument, I think that is an incredible thing.
Alice
— Violin
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