Founded in 1981, the Colne Valley Youth Orchestra was set up in order to provide an ideal opportunity for young musicians from the surrounding areas to express themselves musically in a friendly, non-competitive environment, free from the stress of auditions and safe in the knowledge that while they are making music, they will also be making friends and having fun. The aim of the orchestra has always been to afford musical and social opportunities to youngsters aged 7-18 no matter what their background. Many CVYO members have since gone on to become professional musicians.

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