Joining

There are no auditions for membership. Some sections of the orchestra are over subscribed but there are vacancies, particularly for the following instruments:

violin

viola

double bass

brass

The easiest way to join us is to come to a rehearsal. The rehearsal schedule is found on our current activities page and directions to the rehearsal venue are given on the find us page. You will be sure to receive a warm welcome and any member of the orchestra will introduce you to the conductor and leader and find you a place to sit. Alternatively membership enquiries can be made to Duncan Gillies tel: 020 8671 1337 (evenings and weekends), or by email .

Subscriptions & Concessions

Subscriptions are £70 per term, £30 concessions (students and unwaged). Subscriptions are payable at the beginning of term and may be paid by cash, cheque, standing order or direct bank transfer.

What we ask of players

In return for first class tuition and the opportunity to play in at least three concerts a year you are asked to attend rehearsals regularly, be punctual and come prepared, having learnt the notes of the pieces to be played on a given week. Rehearsal schedules are published at the beginning of each term.