We create unforgettable musical experiences through our genre-defying live shows, and now, through our pioneering artist development programme, we're creating long-lasting change too

We are a fearless collective of disabled and non-disabled musicians: a platform that pushes the boundaries of music-making to create art with passion and purpose. 

With a diverse ensemble led by the remarkable vision of our artistic director Charles Hazlewood, our performances are a fusion of emotion, innovation, and intrepid artistry. Behind the scenes, we focus on developing careers, building confidence, and fostering collaboration to inspire a fierce ambition and excellence that matches our artistic programme. 

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  1. Out now - ‘Dearest’ by Simone Seales

    21 November 2025
    Inspired by the warmth, nostalgia and tension of first queer love, Dearest is the debut studio album from Simone Seales. This multi-disciplinary work is grounded in poetry and draws upon the voice of the cello to carry the emotional weight…
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  2. Experience the breathtaking opening of The Bradford Progress

    30 September 2025
    Watch Paraorchestra and Magid El-Bushra perform a Handel aria at dawn at the iconic Cow and Calf rocks on Ilkley Moor
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  3. Saying goodbye to our Associate Music Director Lloyd Coleman

    8 September 2025
    Bidding farewell to a core member of Paraorchestra and introducing two new members of our music team
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  4. Creating change: Play with Paraorchestra

    7 August 2025
    Here’s a look at what happened when six early-career disabled musicians came together with professional Paraorchestra musicians and composers for two exciting days of collaboration and music-making in the second iteration of Play with…
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