Case Study: National Youth Arts Wales inspires young composers with Sibelius from Pugh

Inspiring avid creativity in future generations of Welsh musicians through technology

National Youth Arts Wales, a prestigious organization developing young Welsh artistic talent, sought to enhance the composition skills of its young musicians within its National Youth Orchestra of Wales. Their challenge was to provide students with professional-grade tools and training to quickly create and notate music for their intensive summer residency program. The vendor, Pugh, addressed this by supplying and supporting the use of Avid's Sibelius music notation software.

Pugh implemented the Sibelius software platform and arranged for expert training masterclasses for the young composers. This solution enabled students to quickly translate their musical ideas into notation, significantly speeding up their workflow and helping them meet tight deadlines for concert performances. The results included a deeper understanding of professional composition processes, improved quality of work, and increased confidence. Program leaders and participants reported that the software and training were essential, providing real-world skills that gave them a significant advantage in the field of new music.

National Youth Arts Wales

Pauline Crossley

Principal Manager