Celebrating its 21st season, the Hallé Youth Orchestra welcomes its new Director, Euan Shields back to The Bridgewater Hall stage, where he won the 2023 Siemens Hallé International Conductors Competition in March 2023.

On winning this prestigious competition, Euan said, ‘I can’t wait to get to know the entire family of the Hallé … I’m excited to take the Hallé Youth Orchestra on a musical journey over the course of two years.’

Tonight’s concert represents the first step on that thrilling journey.

*Please note that there will be no interval during this concert.