We are very pleased to be able to announce that applications for the 2023 NSGSO and NSGCB course are now open. The 2023 course will be the 48th year of the Symphony Orchestra, with the Concert Band now in its 8th year, running alongside the Orchestra course. The residential course is held in Stourbridge, West Midlands, with concerts held at prestigious venues in the Birmingham area.

The course runs from Sunday 30th July – Sunday 6th August 2023.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Sunday 11th December 2022. To find out more about our course, entry requirements, and cost, visit our website nsgso-nsgcb.com.

The course is hosted by Birmingham Scout County in conjunction with Girlguiding Birmingham but is open to applicants from across the UK who meet the selection criteria.

To apply for the 2023 NSGSO or NSGCB course and to find out more details, please visit nsgso-nsgcb.com. 

You will hear before 31st December 2022 if your application has been successful or not.

Please email me at alice@nsgso-nsgcb.com with any queries that you have.

Many thanks,

Alice Coomer

NSGSO and NSGCB Coordinator (Publicity)

National Scout & Guide Symphony Orchestra and Concert Band

alice@nsgso-nsgcb.com