The vision of a healthier, higher-achieving future: In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic recognised by Association of British Orchestras with their Impact Award

In Harmony Liverpool 13 Birthday Concert, 2022 (Photo: Mark McNulty)

Launched in February 2009, In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic uses orchestral music making to improve the life chances of children by increasing confidence, wellbeing, skills and resilience, enhanced by opportunities to travel, learn, perform and collaborate with professional musicians, international artists and other young people. In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic’s vision is a healthier, higher-achieving future for North Liverpool.  The programme enables over 1,800 children and young people aged 0–18 to learn music every week, free of charge. 

This week, the Liverpool Philharmonic’s work with the programme was recognised when they were awarded the Impact Award for Learning and Development by the Association of British Orchestras for the In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic programme.    

The programme reaches communities experiencing socio-economic disadvantage and works closely with schools and local partners to provide safe spaces where young people can make music and develop essential life skills, equipping them for broader educational and social outcomes.

This year, Liverpool Philharmonic is expanding its 11–18s programme, with new Youth Hubs opening across the city, including Walton, Kensington, Central Liverpool and Bootle. Designed in consultation with young people, In Harmony Youth Hubs support those for whom formal education can be challenging. They provide safe, welcoming spaces to make music, spend time with friends and access high-quality musical, creative and technical opportunities — all completely free of charge. 

Further details from the In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic website.