Monthly Youth Orchestra rehearsals start on 21st February
9 February 2010
This is the first of what we hope will be a series of monthly sessions offering GUYO members the chance to develop their musical skills in a number specific world music and jazz styles and techniques. Each session will be led by a different Grand Union musician, giving a varied experience.
GUYO members will not only get the chance to develop techniques on their own instrument, but can try their hand at number of Grand Union’s percussion instruments.
This first session will be looking at brand new pieces inspired by music from Turkey, China and South Africa. To find out more or book a place on this workshops clik here
Latest news
The Grand Union Youth Orchestra are aiming to Raise £12k in 2012 to support the ongoing development of the ensemble. Find out how you can contribute
On Friday 11th November 2011 the GUYO performed in Grand Union Orchestra's specially devise "date-specific" show called "11.11.11" at the Hackney Empire. See photos from the show on our facebook page
Fancy yourself a composer? Enter our composition competition for the chance to contribute to a specially create piece performed by an All-Star 11-piece band at Grand Union's upcoming show "11.11.11" at the Hackney Empire Theatre.
Get involved
If you're a young musician living in East London, and like jazz/world music, come along and get involved!
