Intermediate and youth ensembles Intermediate level Musicians who have achieved grade 4 and above (or the equivalent without having taken an exam) can apply to join a Worcestershire intermediate ensemble and continue to enjoy the benefits of playing in a group and performing across the year. Severn Arts runs three intermediate ensembles: Worcestershire Intermediate Orchestra (WIO) Nunnery Wood High School Saturday 10am – 12.30pm Worcestershire Intermediate Wind Orchestra (WIWO) Nunnery Wood High School Saturday 10am – 12.30pm Worcestershire Youth Jazz Orchestra 2 (WYJO2) Fernhill Heath War Memorial Club Tuesday 6pm – 7.30pm Apply to join Youth level Our youth level ensembles are for musicians playing at Grade 6 level and above. Entry is through audition with successful candidates gaining the opportunity to play for Worcestershire nationally and internationally at competitions and festivals. Severn Arts runs four youth level ensembles: Worcestershire Youth Jazz Orchestra (WYJO) Fernhill Heath War Memorial Club Tuesday 7.45 – 9.45pm Worcestershire Youth String Orchestra (WYSO) Severn Arts Offices Tuesday 6 - 7.30pm Worcestershire Youth Orchestra (WYO) Nunnery Wood High School Friday 6.30 – 9pm Worcestershire Youth Wind Orchestra (WYWO) Nunnery Wood High School Saturday 10am – 12:30pm Apply to audition Rehearsal and concert dates