Ensembles are a chance to get together and play a brilliant range of music in choirs and bands with other young people.
Apply to Weekend School 26/27
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Folkestra
Sunday, 3pm – 6pm
Folkestra is an auditioned group of vibrant young folk musicians, directed by Dave Gray, playing original music and new arrangements.
Learn about Folkestra
Jambone
Saturday, 2pm – 4pm
Jambone is an auditioned jazz ensemble directed by Jason Holcomb. The band learn in an exciting and eclectic environment.
Learn about Jambone
Young Sinfonia
Saturdays, various times
Young Sinfonia is a high quality auditioned youth orchestra with strong links to Royal Northern Sinfona (RNS) directed by Helen Harrison.
Learn about Young Sinfonia
Quay Voices
Saturdays, 2.15pm – 4.15pm
Quay Voices is an inspirational and diverse youth choir, with no audition needed.
Learn about Quay Voices
Originate
Saturday, 2pm – 3.30pm
Originate is a fun, diverse jazz ensemble for young musicians aged 10-16. No audition needed to join in.
Learn about Originate
Reely Folk
Saturday, 2pm – 3.30pm
Reely Folk is a fun, experimental folk group for young musicians aged 10-16. No audition needed.
Learn about Reely Folk
Step Up Sinfonia
Saturday, 12pm – 1.30pm
Step Up Sinfonia is a youth orchestra for young musicians aged 10-16. No audition needed.
Learn about Step Up Sinfonia
Initiate
Starting September 2026. Saturday, 11am – 12pm
Initiate is an exciting, hands-on ensemble for young musicians to explore music through popular and jazz styles. No audition needed.
New for Weekend School 26/27 - learn more about Initiate
Syncopate
Starting September 2026. Saturday, 12.20pm – 1.30pm
Syncopate is the perfect place for young people aged 8–14 to unleash their energy and dive into the world of rhythm! No audition needed.
New for Weekend School 26/27 - learn more about Syncopate