Our Social Impact
We're more than just an orchestra. We are also a charity.
Every year, we not only bring spectacular performances to audiences of every stripe - we also provide free music education to children and young people in our community.
Over the years, we have achieved incredible results, and witnessed first hand the life-changing power of music. And each year, we continue to grow our work with the help of our generous supporters.
In 2025 ICO Schools achieved...
| 13,500 | 450 | 67 | 160 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free 35 mins music education lessons given to N.S. students. | Children received free weekly music lessons. | Students completed Grade 1, 2 and 3 of the RIAM Exams. | Teaching hours delivered per week on Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Choral and Song writing. |
[ICO Schools] provides emotional, social, academic and musical support to all our children but most of all it provides fun. The Irish Chamber Orchestra has brought so much joy to our school and has helped improve the children’s confidence
Stories of Impact
Sophie Dillon started out in our early years programmes, and has gone on to study music at university. Here, she tells us about the difference our programmes – and music in general - have made in her life.
