Youth Orchestra Abu Dhabi will open a dedicated institution in January 2027, offering free music education to young musicians, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi announced on October 26, 2026.

Key Takeaways

  • Enrollment is open for an initial cohort of 100 children aged 6 to 9.
  • The planned facility in Mina Zayed will have a 600-seat concert hall and 18 rehearsal and practice rooms.

Youth Orchestra Abu Dhabi enrollment and training

The programme will train students in Western classical and Arabic musical traditions. Additional ensembles for advanced students are planned during the programme’s first year.

The institution is intended to provide a long-term path for young people across the emirate to develop their musical skills. The department did not specify an enrollment deadline or provide details of the selection process.

A purpose-built home in Mina Zayed

The institution is scheduled to open in the Mina Zayed, or MiZa, district. Its building was designed by the late architect Frank Gehry.

The department announced the institution as part of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to expand access to the arts. It did not disclose the project’s cost.

Next milestone

The institution’s opening is scheduled for January 2027.

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