IVYxDYO – 28th March 2025
Beautiful Is The Listening Ear promises to be a monumental night as Ōtepoti-based band IVY teams up with the Dunedin Youth Orchestra as part of the 2025 Dunedin Arts Festival.
This collaboration highlights the incredible talent of young musicians from the Ōtepoti area, merging vibrant melodies with the rich textures of orchestral arrangements. Known for their eclectic blend of prog rock and orchestral sounds, IVY promises to deliver a captivating performance that will resonate with audiences of all ages.
Expect an evening filled with fresh interpretations of original songs arranged by Ōtepoti’s own Maddy Parkins-Craig and renowned composer Anthony Ritchie. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the scene, this concert is a unique opportunity to experience two distinctly different musical worlds converging to construct magic together.
This is an all-ages event with tickets available online through Moshtix here.
JOIN THE DYO – AUDITIONS ARE OPEN!
Come join the DYO in 2025! Auditions are now open and close on Friday 21st February at 5pm. Information on this year’s audition requirements can be found here. We encourage all young musicians, who play an orchestral instrument at a level of around Grade 6 or above, to audition for the Dunedin Youth Orchestra. Players need to be at least of secondary school age, and under 25 years old (at the start of the year). All previous members must reaudition if they wish to be considered for a place in the orchestra in the forthcoming year. If you require any further information please contact us at [email protected]
YOUNG MUSICIANS’ AWARD
Congratulations to our 2024 Young Musicians’ Award winner Callum Fotheringham (oboe). The purpose of the award is to recognise outstanding achievement and commitment of Dunedin Youth Orchestra members. Callum will perform in front of the orchestra at our 2025 semester 2 concert.
