Since 2006, the festival for youth symphony orchestras has been organized in the Netherlands, and this year marks its 8th edition. The Finale at de Doelen is the grand closing of the National Orchestra Competition 2026. On 14 June 2026, seven youth orchestras will take the stage with a fresh, young, and energetic programme, each accompanied by their own soloist. A day not to be missed. Drop in and be inspired by these young musical talents.
Line-up:
Almeers Youth Symphony Orchestra conducted by Daan Welle, Amersfoort Youth Orchestra conducted by Rolf Buijs, Frysk Youth Orchestra conducted by Douwe Nauta, Kennemer Youth Orchestra (Haarlem) conducted by Christiaan Kuyvenhoven, Leiden Youth Symphony Orchestra conducted by Mark Tempelaars, Twents Youth Symphony Orchestra conducted by Carl Wittrock, and the Young Talent Orchestra (Rotterdam) conducted by Michael Zemtsov.
