Youth orchestra on song with award

The City of Hull Youth String Orchestra has received the prestigious ‘The Orchestra Award’ from the National Federation of Music Services.

It follows the ensemble’s appearance in the National Music for Youth festival in Birmingham two months ago alongside five other group’s from the city council’s award-winning music service.

Coun Helene O’Mullane, portfolio holder for education and children’s services, said: “I was delighted to hear about this award, which is testament to all the hard work of the young people involved. They are a credit to the music service and to the city.”

Music for Youth was founded in 1970 with the aim of providing young people with an opportunity to perform live in a supportive and non-competitive environment, regardless of their ability.

The first event staged was the National Festival, which took place in July 1971 at the Lyceum on The Strand in London.

The City of Hull Youth String Orchestra rehearses on alternate Monday evenings at the Albemarle Music Centre in Ferensway.