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CSYO has about a hundred players whose ages range from 13 to 21 years. Membership is subject to audition and is open to any young players who live in or around the Sheffield locality. Most are still at school but some are at college, many of them training as professional musicians. The orchestra assembles three times a year usually during holiday periods for concentrated training courses with tutors and conductors of professional standing. The courses are usually residential and are followed by a concert or a concert tour.

Chris Gayford on Radio 4

Saturday, 16 February 2013 13:51

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"More than just 'da da da dum': Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, crime novelist Dana Cameron and conductor Christopher Gayford describe how Beethoven's famous symphony touched their lives" Radio 4 iPlayer

A Warm Welcome to Peter Cropper, CSYO President

Saturday, 13 October 2012 10:15

PeterCropper The CSYO are delighted to welcome Peter Cropper as their new president:

"I am delighted to take on this role. My aim over the next few years will be to make the city aware of the great achievements the CSYO has made. Few people realise that we have one of the most admired youth orchestras in the country. We therefore need to make sure that we can keep the funding necessary to maintain the high standard that we have attained. This is important not only for the development of all the young musicians taking part but also for the soul of the city."

CSYO interview on Radio Sheffield

Monday, 19 November 2012 16:29
If you missed the interview with Lizzie Heyes and Thomas Hetherington on Radio Sheffield back in September, you can listen to it here: CSYO Radio Sheffield interview 100912 by TheCSYO

CSYO Needs YOU!

CSYO Auditions

SUMMER 2013

Become a member of Sheffield's premier youth orchestra.

Click here to find out why you should join CSYO?

Auditions were held during November 2012, however there are currently vacancies still in several sections of the orchestra.

Applicants interested in auditioning for the summer course, please download and return the application form.
Download the application form here

The summer course will be held during 19th-29th July 2013 for more information contact gillklittle@gmail.com

CSYO in the Sheffield Telegraph

Tuesday, 25 September 2012 12:43

IMAG0470.resized There is an article about the CSYO and City Hall concert in the Sheffield Telegraph:

"AFTER an eight-year delay in its construction because of financial constraints, building began on the City Hall in 1929 with the laying of the foundation stone and it opened on September 22 1932.

Taking to the venue’s stage in three weeks time, on the exact 80th anniversary date, will be the City of Sheffield Youth Orchestra with a family concert."

Read the full article here

Countdown Conundrum

Saturday, 16 June 2012 09:47

CSYO member Jonathan Rawlinson is currently taking the Channel 4 game show Countdown by storm. Having won his last five games in a row Jonathan only has another 3 games to win before qualifying for the finals. 'Things are pretty exhausting' said Jonathan 'the last five shows were recorded between 2pm and 9pm in one day!!' If Jonathan is succesful, and he is keeping this a secret, the final will be broadcast next Thursday 21st June at ten past three. Good Luck Jonathan!!

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