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Orchestras Live

Orchestras Live Impact Review 2026

Orchestras Live's 2026 Impact Review shows how 35 projects and events with 37 local partners and 19 orchestra partners delivered 26,107 orchestral experiences, with a focus on the East, North and Midlands of England.

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Orchestras Live is a national music charity bringing live orchestral music to communities across England, especially in the East, North and Midlands. Review launch confirmed by the organisation's LinkedIn post of 29 Oct 2026.

Key Metrics

Orchestral experiences 26,107 orchestral experiences were delivered across England.
Projects and events 35 projects and events were delivered during the year.
Local partners 37 local partners and 19 orchestra partners worked with Orchestras Live.
Parents saw impact 98% of parents and carers saw a positive impact on their child.
Proud of creations 91% of participants were proud of what they created.
Community connection 90% of participants felt a stronger connection to the local community.
Priority places time 42% of the production team's time was spent in Levelling Up and Priority Places areas, with 45% of activity budget spent on those communities.

Key Outcomes

  • First-time live orchestral experiences for children and young people through Our Music Our Way.
  • Trauma-informed creative opportunities for looked after young people, and creative dementia support for family carers.

Geography

England

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