Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra (GYWO)
GYWO is now recognised and one of the country’s top youth wind bands after performances at Music for Youth’s National Festival in 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014 2016 and 2018. In April 2014, 2016 and 2017 the band represented Gloucestershire at the National Concert Band Festival finals where they were awarded a Gold Performance Certificates. In July 2019 the band joined the youth orchestra and strings for a tour of Belgium.
Dedication
Students wishing to join should display a fun and committed attitude and be fully involved in the bands rehearsal and concert commitments. An 8/10 attendance at rehearsals is required.
Statement for all County Music Groups regarding membership
Grades are only a guide to the level required. More important is a strong commitment and positive attitude alongside good sight reading and general musicianship skills. Teachers may recommend students for a specific group but the Musical Director has the final decision to whether a student is ready for entry into an ensemble. Once you have gained a place in one of the county music groups, you will be required to maintain a high percentage of attendance at rehearsals and concerts. A place within an ensemble maybe withdrawn if commitment is deemed unsatisfactory. You can audition and join at any point throughout the year. If a group is preparing for a concert or festival, you may be asked to wait a few weeks before joining.
Student led
GYWO is there for you. You will be encouraged to make a positive contribution to the choice of music and your views and opinions can always be expressed through our student council.
Listen to us
Follow the links below to YouTube for our performances at the Music for Youth National Festival 2013, Cheltenham Town Hall 2014 and Music for Youth National Festival 2018.
Standard
Grade 6 + or grade 5 by teacher recommendation.
Performances
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgjSt_yvHQo
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAj-AKk3b6E
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EA7BuKjEPbw
Session timetable
Thursdays from 6:45 - 9pm (term time only)
Rehearsals are during term time only. Please check the full rehearsal schedule on the GM calendar.
Join a group
For details of costs and how to join click here
Contact us
Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra is held at:
St Peter's High School, Stroud Road, Gloucester. GL4 0DD
Tel: Phil Storer, Director: 01452 427242
Email: glosmusic@gloucestershire.gov.uk
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