Tickets can be purchased at the below link

https://www.ticketsource.com/artforms-music-service/schools-orchestra-concert-monday-29th-june-at-7-00pm/2026-06-29/19:00/t-lddryvq

Aged under 19 and play an instrument?

Why not come along to our Open Rehearsals on Tuesday 20th and Friday 23rd January 2026?

We are opening up places for:

Tuesday Groups:

• Leeds Schools Wind Orchestra
• Leeds Youth Jazz Rock Orchestra
• City of Leeds Youth Wind Orchestra (please note this group is subject to audition only)

Friday Groups:

• Leeds Schools’ String Orchestra
• Leeds Schools’ Brass Ensemble
• City of Leeds Youth Training Orchestra
• Roots Alive Folk Group
• City of Leeds Youth Orchestra (please note this group is subject to audition only)

Meet the conductors and members and see if the groups are right for you.

If you are interested, please email ArtForms at educ.artforms@leeds.gov.uk

Free for all.

Tickets must be booked in advance by clicking our ticket link below.

If you have trouble with the ticket link please try using the link below.
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/artforms-music-service/city-of-leeds-youth-music-spring-concert-27-march-2026/2026-03-27/19:00/t-qmvjodk

The new ‘Find Your Ensemble’ feature shows all the ensembles. You can use the filters to select your instrument, ability and age and it will show you only the ensembles which apply to you. From there, you can click on each ensemble for more information, including links to enrol.

You can find the ‘Find Your Ensemble’ in the main menu under ‘Music’, or head straight there now using this link: https://artformsleeds.co.uk/find-your-ensemble/

Venue – Richard Whiteley Theatre, Giggleswick School, Settle, BD24 0DE

Tickets – £5 for adults, free for under 18s.

Click here to purchase your tickets.

Funded by ArtForms, the local authority’s music and arts service, the event will feature over 1000 young performers from across the city, representing over 125 schools.

This year’s concert will be held on the 1^st July, and marks a triumphant comeback for the bi-annual event, which has become a cherished highlight in Leeds’ cultural calendar. Designed to showcase the talent and hard work of children from both primary and secondary schools, the evening will be a true testament to the power of music in bringing people together. You can see the highlights to the 2023 concert here.

You can purchase tickets here, to witness this unforgettable celebration of music, community, and the next generation of talent.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact wymh.artforms@leeds.gov.uk.

This year’s concert will be held on the 1^st July, and marks a triumphant comeback for the bi-annual event, which has become a cherished highlight in Leeds’ cultural calendar. Designed to showcase the talent and hard work of children from both primary and secondary schools, the evening will be a true testament to the power of music in bringing people together. You can see the highlights to the 2023 concert here.

A Stage for Young Talent

The concert offers pupils a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform on the iconic Leeds Arena stage. From choral pieces and orchestral arrangements to energetic instrumental ensembles, the programme will highlight the diversity and creativity of music education in Leeds.

Over 80 Schools United by Music

With participation from more than 80 schools, the concert is a unique demonstration of unity and collaboration. A teacher involved in the previous concert shared: “This concert is about so much more than just the music. It’s about confidence, teamwork, and creating memories that these children will carry with them for a lifetime. Seeing them perform at such a prestigious venue is nothing short of magical.”

Community at its Heart

The Celebration Concert isn’t just about the performers – it’s also a chance for families, friends, and the wider Leeds community to come together and support young people. The City of Leeds Youth music groups will be returning along with ArtForms Music Centres.

Sarah Crowley, event coordinator for ArtForms said “We are thrilled to bring the Celebration Concert back to the Leeds Arena, and this year’s event is bigger than ever. Music has an incredible ability to bring people together, and we’re so proud to see how this concert reflects the spirit and talent of our city’s young people.”

Tickets for the event are expected to sell quickly, so be sure to secure yours when they come on sale soon via the ArtForms website and Leeds arena website, to witness this unforgettable celebration of music, community, and the next generation of talent.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact wymh.artforms@leeds.gov.uk.

Click on the groups below for more information.

Leeds Youth Jazz Rock Orchestra (LYJRO)  Tuesday 21st January 2025  5.00pm to 7.00pm

Leeds Schools Wind Orchestra (LSWO)   Tuesday 21st January 2025  5.15pm to 6.45pm

Leeds Youth Singers (LYS)   Tuesday 21st January 2025   5.30pm to 7.00pm

City of Leeds Youth Training Orchestra (CLYTO)  Friday 24th January 2025  6.45pm to 8.45pm

Roots Alive   Friday 24th January 2025  5.00pm to 6.30pm

Leeds Schools Brass Ensemble (LSBE)  Friday 24th January 2025  5.15pm to 6.15pm

Leeds Schools Strings Orchestra (LSSO)    Friday 24th January 2025  6.30pm to 8.00pm

Please contact educ.artforms@leeds.gov.uk if you wish to come along and try out!