At National Children’s Orchestras (NCO), our mission is to champion the life-changing power of music. We believe no dream is too big, orchestral music shapes skills and hearts, everyone has their own brilliance, and that community is a powerful force. Every year, nearly 2,000 children aged 8 to 14 connect with NCO by taking part in auditioned orchestral weeks and weekends, non-auditioned workshops
, activities with schools and local hubs, as well as attending free concerts. We empower children to discover the joy of orchestral music, unlock their creativity, pursue their ambitions, and embrace a future full of endless possibilities. Through music, we create supportive communities that enrich lives. The confidence, resilience, and teamwork nurtured through our programmes become lifelong skills, wherever each young musician’s journey takes them.
