Music Service Upcoming Performances

Details of live performance events open to the public which feature Wigan Music Service groups can be found below. We will update the events at the beginning of each school term.

Whilst most of our performances take place within the borough, we do play elsewhere in the region. Admission arrangements are different for each event, depending on venues and nature of the event. (We do not run a central box office for our performances).

If you have any queries, please call 01942 776169 or email musicservice@wigan.gov.uk.

Summer Term 2024

Brass Meets Jazz

Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra with Pemberton Brass Band in concert. In partnership with The Music Continuum.

  • When? Friday 7th June, 7:30pm
  • Where? St Michael’s Church, Duke Street Wigan, WN1 2BJ
  • What is the cost? £12
  • Do I need to book? No
  • How do I book? Tickets from Music Continuum 07848 818276
  • More information: Telephone 01942 776169 or email musicservice@wigan.gov.uk.

Wigan Youth Brass Band – Southport Botanic

A Chance to hear our award winning senior brass band in the idyllic setting of Southport Botanic Gardens.

Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra and Training Jazz Orchestra at St John Rigby

The award-winning Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra and their training ensemble in concert at St John Rigby College. 

  • When? Monday 17th June, 7:00pm
  • Where? St John Rigby College, Gathurst Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 0LJ
  • What is the cost? Voluntary donation on the door
  • Do I need to book? No
  • More information:  Telephone 01942 776169 or email musicservice@wigan.gov.uk.

The Greater Manchester Music Hub Celebration Concert 2024  

An opportunity to hear outstanding Wigan students performing in the GM regional ensembles.

Wigan Music Service Presents Music Centre Ensembles Concert

A Chance to hear from a range of Wigan Music Service ensembles in a spectacular live setting at Robin Park Leisure Centre.

  • When? Wednesday 9th July, 7:00pm
  • Where? Robin Park Leisure Centre, Loire Dr, Newtown, Wigan WN5 0UL
  • What is the cost? £5
  • Do I need to book? No. Pay on the door.
  • More information: Telephone 01942 776169 or email musicservice@wigan.gov.uk.

Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra and Training Jazz Orchestra at Wigan International Jazz Festival 2024

Directed by: Dave Little and Sharon Darby-Purcell

An opportunity to hear our famous jazz ensembles sharing the bill the very best in Jazz!

  • When? Saturday 13th July, 10:30am (training band), 12:30pm (WYJO)
  • Where? The Village on the Green (formerly Aspull Civic Hall), Woods Road, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1PJ
  • What is the cost? Afternoon session general admission £20 / £18
  • Do I need to book? Yes
  • More information: Visit Wigan Jazz Fest (external link).

Wigan Music Service Strings Department Gala Concert 2024

150 of Wigan’s talented orchestral strings students take to the stage at the prestigious Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester.

Wigan Youth Orchestra – Finale Concert 2024

Conductor: Richard Waldock

An opportunity to hear Wigan’s full size Symphony Orchestra in the inspirational setting of the RNCM Concert Hall

Wigan Music Service Brass Band and Percussion Department Gala Concert 2024

150 of Wigan’s talented brass band and percussion students take to the stage at the prestigious Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester.

Wigan Young Musician of the Year Grand Final 2024  

The culmination of this year’s recital competition. The very best young soloists compete for the 2024 crown!

  • When? Wednesday 17th July, 7:00pm
  • Where? St Wilfrid’s Church, 13 Rectory Ln, Standish, Wigan WN6
  • What is the cost? Free
  • Do I need to book? No
  • More information:  Telephone 01942 776169 or email musicservice@wigan.gov.uk.

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