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WOWFest opens 2024 applications for youth ensembles

The Wells Orchestral Weekend festival invites youth orchestras and student choirs from across the UK to attend the three-day event, consisting of various concerts and workshops.
Students participating in WOWFest 2022
Students participating in WOWFest 2022

Entering into its fourth year, Wells Orchestral Weekend or ‘WOWFest’ has announced it will be taking place between 19 and 22 July 2024. 

Youth orchestras and student choirs across the UK are invited to attend the three-day event, consisting of various concerts and workshops. 

The festival will be held in Wells’ Cathedral, Cedars concert hall, the town hall and the market square. 

Attendees will be able to attend an expert workshop with a WOWFest tutor, a schedule of social activities, and a WOWFest barbeque and Ceilidh on the Sunday night. 

The festival package includes three nights’ half-board accommodation or a 3-star hotel according to budget, a tour manager, two concerts, a workshop and a festival t-shirt for all. 

Find out more and to book a place, visit wellsyouthmusicfest.co.uk