Selby Abbey
Experience an extraordinary evening of classical music in the majestic setting of Selby Abbey, as the York Youth Orchestra showcases the remarkable talents of York’s finest young musicians. The York Youth Orchestra, led by their inspirational conductor Ben Crick, is delighted to present a stunning programme of orchestral masterpieces: Mendelssohn: Hebrides Overture This evocative work, also known as Fingal’s Cave, vividly captures the wild beauty of Scotland’s seascapes, from rolling waves to dramatic stormy skies. Elgar: Sea Pictures Featuring the acclaimed mezzo-soprano Anna Burford, Elgar’s song cycle is a masterpiece of English music, taking the listener on an emotional journey across the sea with poetry-inspired lyrics and Elgar’s signature lush orchestration. Dvořák: Symphony No. 7 A work of great depth and passion, Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7 is a powerful and dramatic exploration of human emotions, filled with intimate moments, sweeping melodies, and rhythmic vitality.