Suffolk Youth Wind Band standing side on in a row and holding their instruments in front of an ornate, old building.

Gala Concert 2026

A vibrant afternoon of music including Saint-Saëns’ captivating Danse Macabre and Beethoven’s Symphony No.7.

This special gala concert showcases the outstanding young musicians of Suffolk in a concert full of colour, energy, and variety, bringing together the Suffolk Youth Orchestra, Suffolk Young Strings, and Suffolk Youth Wind Band.

Complementing the masterpieces by Beethoven and Saint-Saëns, the wind band and string orchestra will perform a selection of music that ranges from lyrical and expressive to bold and uplifting, offering something for every listener.

Suffolk Youth Orchestra
Millie Wood leader
Ian McCrae conductor

Suffolk Young Strings
Stephanie Wakeman conductor

Suffolk Youth Wind Band
Mark Sewell conductor

Programme includes:

Saint-Saëns:
Danse Macabre
Beethoven:
Symphony No. 7

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Group of young musicians standing on stone steps and holding their instruments in the air whilst smiling.
Viewed from above, a group of young musicians standing in a circle holding their instruments out like wands.
Group of young musicians standing outside in a row and leaning around to see the camera whilst holding their instruments.

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