Workforce development

We provide training for orchestral musicians and nurture new talent entering the sector.

Find out more about some of our recent projects that are helping to develop talent...

New Connections

Our partnership programme with Leeds Conservatoire providing students with training and experience in orchestral community music making.

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Able Orchestra Pioneers

We are proud to have been a key partner in the development of Able Orchestra, an inclusive ensemble enabling members to create and perform music on equal terms.

We collaborated with some of the founder members of the orchestra – Able Pioneers, and Orchestra of the Swan to provide creative opportunities for these young musicians to further develop their compositional skills with professional orchestral musicians, and explore fresh, innovative ways of presenting orchestral work.

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Two musicians in wheelchairs smile at eachother

Ruth Montgomery on her artistic journey with Orchestras Live

Ruth Montgomery, professional musician, teacher, workshop facilitator and visionary artist, reflects on her journey with Orchestras Live.

Ruth shares how our leadership programme and projects have shaped her practice and inspired her to champion music accessibility for deaf people.

Read Ruth's full blog
A woman using British Sign Language to interpret a performance by the orchestra.

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