A real buzz from young musicians

Julie Thornton, Ann Juliana Vijay and Abby Vickery, all from the Scoil Úna Naofa Violin and Orchestra Project in Crumlin, Dublin Pic: Marc O’Sullivan

‘There is no more exciting day at the NCH than that in which the Festival of Youth Orchestras takes over and displays the amazing young talents making their way through to the forefront of our senior orchestras. The enthusiasm is infectious and the talents on display not just impressive, but inspiring. This festival is always a day to remember.’’

So said NCH chief Simon Taylor about a thrilling annual occasion – this time ...