Applications to join NOYO are now open until 31 March 2026!
“If you’re thinking of joining NOYO, go for it! You meet lots of fun, talented people and it’s a very welcoming place.” – Julia, violinist with the Bristol NOYO Ensemble.
Is playing with a Regional NOYO Ensemble for you? If you’re interested in joining from September 2026, you can fill out the application form to apply now.
You have until 31 March 2026 to submit your application.
We welcome applications from 11-25 year-old disabled, neurodivergent and non-disabled musicians. We play acoustic, electronic and accessible instruments and there is no requirement to read music or have taken graded exams.
We also welcome young disabled people with musical potential who might not yet play an instrument but control eyegaze technology or head trackers in a way that could transfer to playing the Clarion accessible instrument.
You can read the 2026 Applicant’s Information Pack to find out more and get an idea of what being part of a Regional NOYO Ensemble is like.
If you’re not ready this year, but are thinking about applying in the future, sign up to receive our newsletter, and we’ll remind you when applications open.
Meet the Bristol NOYO Ensemble, and check out more videos on the NOYO YouTube channel!
Image description: A music leader and a cellist laugh together at a Bournemouth NOYO Ensemble rehearsal.
Image credit: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.