York Symphony Orchestra

11/07/2026

👏 What a wonderful evening!

Thank you to our audience, musicians, conductor, volunteers and supporters for making tonight's Summer Concert such a special occasion.

We hope you enjoyed the energy of Conga del Fuego, the colour and charm of An American in Paris, and the spectacular journey through Pictures at an Exhibition.

A special thank you to everyone who attended the children's open rehearsal earlier today and to our supporters including Arts Council England and Making Music.

We look forward to seeing you again very soon.

❤️ Thank you for supporting live music in York.

11/07/2026

🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this afternoon's open rehearsal!

It was wonderful to welcome so many young listeners and families and to share a glimpse of how an orchestra prepares for a performance.

There's still time to join us tonight for the full concert at 7.30pm.

🎟 Tickets are available on the door.

Come and enjoy an evening featuring Gershwin's An American in Paris, Márquez's vibrant Conga del Fuego and the magnificent Pictures at an Exhibition.

See you tonight!

11/07/2026

🎶 TODAY'S THE DAY! 🎶

York Symphony Orchestra's Summer Concert takes place tonight at 7.30pm in the Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall.

Featuring:

🔥 Conga del Fuego
🇫🇷 An American in Paris
🖼️ Pictures at an Exhibition

And don't forget our special children's open rehearsal from 3–4pm.

🎟 Tickets available online and on the door.

We can't wait to share this music with you!

10/07/2026

⏰ TOMORROW!

We're excited to welcome audiences to our Summer Concert at the Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall.

🎵 Márquez
🎵 Gershwin
🎵 Mussorgsky/Ravel

Still need tickets?

Book online, through Visit York, or buy on the door.

See you tomorrow!

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 George Gershwin wrote An American in Paris after spending time in France and falling in love with the city.

His colourful score paints scenes of busy streets, cafés and Parisian traffic—with actual taxi horns!

Experience this jazz-inspired classic live on Saturday.

🎟 www.yso.org.uk

As the longest standing amateur orchestra in York, we aim to provide our musicians with an enriching environment to enjoy and develop their love of classical music, and to share this passion for beautiful music with our friends, families and the local community.

08/07/2026

🎻 What happens in an orchestra rehearsal?

Hundreds of details are refined, balance is adjusted and musicians work together to bring the music to life.

On Saturday, children and families can experience some of this magic first-hand at our special open rehearsal from 3–4pm.

Tickets just £3.

07/07/2026

🎨 Did you know?

Each movement of Pictures at an Exhibition depicts a different painting, while the famous "Promenade" theme represents the composer walking between the artworks.

Which movement are you most looking forward to hearing?

🎟 Tickets available now.

06/07/2026

🎶 Only five days to go!

York Symphony Orchestra's Summer Concert is nearly here.

🌟 Gershwin – An American in Paris
🌟 Márquez – Conga del Fuego
🌟 Mussorgsky/Ravel – Pictures at an Exhibition

📍 Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall
🗓 Saturday 11 July, 7.30pm

Book now at www.yso.org.uk

03/07/2026

🔥 Conga del Fuego by Arturo Márquez is packed with infectious Latin rhythms and dazzling orchestral colour.

It's impossible not to smile when this piece bursts into life!

Come and experience this exhilarating opener at our Summer Concert on 11 July.

🎟 Tickets available now.

01/07/2026

Nothing compares with hearing over 60 musicians performing together in the same room.

The energy.
The colour.
The excitement.

Join us for an evening of unforgettable music:

📍 Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall
🗓 Saturday 11 July
⏰ 7.30pm

Book now:
www.yso.org.uk