The 30th Festival of Youth Orchestras, presented by The Irish Association of Youth Orchestras, takes place on February 7, 2026, at the National Concert Hall in Dublin. This landmark event celebrates three decades of Ireland's youth orchestra community, featuring hundreds of young musicians in uplifting concerts. Highlights include the premiere of Hope Springs Eternal by Vincent Kennedy and performances by ensembles such as the UCD Symphony Orchestra, ConCorda Chamber Orchestra, and Ceolfhoireann Traidisiúnta Mhúscraí. Ciara Murphy will make her conducting debut, marking a significant milestone in her musical journey.
Cast and Creative Team for 30th Festival of Youth Orchestras at The Irish Association of Youth Orchestras
Creative Team
Seán Rocks
Presenter
Katharina Baker
Composer
Vincent Kennedy
Composer
Martin Power
Composer
Peter Joyce
Director
Ciara Murphy
Conductor
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