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National Open Youth Orchestra Virtually Premiere ‘What Fear We Then?’

On 28 January National Open Youth Orchestra virtually premiered a film of ‘What Fear We Then?’ by Alexander Campkin, co-commissioned with Bournemouth Symphony.

Published: 31 March 2022 | 2:02 PM
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The NOYO supports 11-25 year-old disabled and non-disabled musicians to rehearse and perform together as members of a pioneering inclusive ensemble. Photo credit: Shutterstock

‘What Fear We Then?’ is a new composition written by Alexander Campkin for the National Open Youth Orchestra, the world's first disabled-led national youth ensemble.

Watch Alexander’s introduction on Youtube.

Watch ‘What Fear We Then?’ performed by members of NOYO on Youtube.

Meet three NOYO musicians, watch on Youtube.

You can check out NOYO's first series of concerts on the NOYO website.

About the National Open Youth Orchestra

The National Open Youth Orchestra (NOYO) is a world first, an ambitious orchestra launched in September 2018 to give some of the UK’s most talented young disabled musicians a progression route. It promotes musical excellence, supporting 11-25 year-old disabled and non-disabled musicians to rehearse and perform together as members of a pioneering inclusive ensemble.

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