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Saturday 12 April 2025, 2.30pm

National Youth Concert Band

National Youth Concert Band

Presented by National Youth Concert Band

Tickets from £13

Price includes a commission of £1.00

Join the National Youth and Children’s Concert Bands for their Spring Concert, showcasing the incredible talent of young wind, brass and percussion musicians from across the UK at the end of their inspiring Easter residential week.

In this exciting concert, NYCB will perform the world premiere of La Chasse-Galerie by Bill Connor, with the exceptional Lisa Nelsen joining the band on flute as guest soloist.

Experience the dedication and passion of these young artists as they bring this powerful new work to life, alongside a programme full of energy that celebrates both the traditions of the Wind Band and the future of the genre in a new generation of musicians.

Performance information

Running time

2 hours 15 minutes

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Booking information

Seating style

This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating

Discounts

Under 25s can purchase half price tickets for this show.

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this event

Programme and performers

Programme

  • National Children's Concert Band:
  • Stephen Schwartz arr. Jay Bocook Selection from 'Wicked'
  • Ralph Vaughan Williams English Folk Song Suite
  • National Youth Concert Band:
  • Philip Sparke Festivo
  • Issie Barrett Sisters in Arms
  • Bill Connor La Chasse-Galerie

Performers

  • National Youth Concert Band conducted by Jonathan Parkes
  • Lisa Nelsen flute
  • Naitonal Children's Concert Band conducted by Adam Broughton

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Information for your visit

Saturday 12 April 2025, 2.30pm

Schedule

All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.

Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.

When to arrive

1.30pm - 2.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.

Foyer opens

1.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.

Auditorium opens

2pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.

Show starts

2.30pm

Show ends

4.45pm (approx)

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Location

Saffron Hall

Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4UH

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this performance
More info

Additional information

Cloakroom

We are unable to allow any bags into the performance space which are larger than a hand bag or small backpack. Unfortunately our cloakroom will not be in operation.

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