Applicants must be aged between 11 and 18 years old (applicants must be at least starting secondary school in September 2025) Generally you must be grade 6 and above.
To Apply complete our Google form here: https://forms.gle/n3Cx7gLaY1pnfUyY8
More information can be found here: CLYM Audition Information Sheet
Closing date for applicants is 5pm Friday 16th May 2025
Open rehearsals Tuesday 29th April 2025 and Friday 2nd May 2025 (Click here for more details)
Please note that our CLYO and CLYWO groups are by audition only (see above)
ArtForms is proud to manage City of Leeds Youth Music (CLYM) Groups. These ensembles offer the highest level of music-making opportunities to young people in Leeds aged 19 and under.
The City of Leeds Youth Music groups meet weekly during the Leeds term time.
The costs for the City of Leeds Youth Music groups are £215 per enrolment which includes 35 rehearsals during term time only. This equates to just £6.14 per rehearsal.
All beginner ensembles in our Music Centres and Junior City of Leeds Youth Music groups are completely free for 2024-25.
We have free beginner ensembles in 6 of our Music Centres at Guiseley, Horsforth, North Leeds, Rothwell, South Leeds, and Wetherby.
Our three Junior Youth Music groups are also free; Leeds Schools’ String Orchestra, Leeds Schools Wind Orchestra and Leeds Schools’ Brass Ensemble.
See where our junior ensembles can lead! – https://youtu.be/FKqtobZfmLo
If you would like to know more about City of Leeds Youth Music Groups, please email educ.artforms@leeds.gov.uk or ring the ArtForms office on 0113 3782850.
If you have received an invoice for City of Leeds Youth Music fees, you can pay online. Alternatively, you can pay or set up a monthly direct debit over the phone on 0113 3760360. You can set up a monthly direct debit and pay your fees over 9 months!
For general invoice queries, please contact educ.artforms@leeds.gov.uk.
We believe CLYM fees are very reasonable, but further concessions are available to families on qualifying benefits including Income Support, Universal credit, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Child Tax Credit and others. You may be eligible for a discount of up to 66%, to a maximum of £100 per student.
For more information, please see our Terms and Conditions document below or contact educ.artforms@leeds.gov.uk if you want to join.
Read our Terms and Conditions for CLYM music provision
View our current Child Protection policy
Are you passionate about music and eager to make a difference in the lives of young people? Join our vibrant community of volunteers in Leeds and help nurture the next generation of musical talent! Whether you’re a seasoned musician or simply love music, your support can inspire and empower young minds. From supporting learners in our music centres, to assisting in ensembles, there are countless ways to get involved. Please submit an application of interest and we’ll get back to you with what opportunities we have available!
Affiliated Partner Ensembles
The groups below are run by The West Yorkshire Music Hub partner organisations. They are part of the CLYM family but have their own enrolment process and fees. Please follow their links for more information:
