Durham Music Leavers' Gala Concert 2026

Durham Music Trust is delighted to celebrate the musical journey of some of its finest young musicians with this very special event. Durham Music's Gala Leavers' Concert will feature Durham Music Youth Orchestra, Youth Choir, Senior Wind Band, Youth Jazz and our Young Musician of the Year 2026. This will be an opportunity to watch the fantastic groups in action and celebrate the achievements of the musicians leaving Durham Music and moving on to the next stage of their lives. The main concert will commence in the auditorium at 7pm, with pre-event music in the cafe bar from 6.30 pm.

Event details

Where

Gala Theatre, Durham, DH1 1WA

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When

Start: 30^th June, 2026 at 6:30pm

End: 30^th June, 2026 at 9:30pm

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