Today saw the pre tour concert of the Wolverhampton Youth Orchestra and the Wolverhampton Youth Wind Orchestra. This is the sixteenth year that the five Rotary clubs of Wolverhampton have come together to support the Orchestras summer tour and once again we were treated to a truly outstanding performance.
Prior to the concert musicians and Rotarians were invited to attend a civic reception with Councillor Malcolm Gwinnett the current Mayor of Wolverhampton.
During the concert the considerable achievements of these young musicians was recognised by the award of a number of certificates – and the presentation of the Young Musician of the Year award to Rafal Gerard-Gierut.
The Orchestras are now travelling to Slovenia where they will participate in a number of music festivals.
Our best wishes to the Orchestras for a successful tour.