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WCO ( formerly Westinghouse Concert Orchestra) - http://www.wco.org.uk/
Aamateur orchestra specialising in mixed-repertoire concerts. Details of their programme, membership, vacancies, and reviews. [Wiltshire] |
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Northampton Symphony Orchestra - http://www.nso.org.uk/
Information about the ensemble, conductor, concert dates, and ticketing. Also recruiting for members. |
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Nottingham Philharmonic Orchestra - http://www.nottinghamphilharmonic.co.uk/
Profile of a thriving amateur orchestra, with details of their concert season, ticket information, reviews, programme notes, and audio clips. |
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Scarborough Orchestra - http://www.scarborough-orchestra.co.uk/
Details concerts, reviews, news, contact details and joining instructions. |
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Portobello Orchestra - http://www.theportobelloorchestra.co.uk/
Formed to provide learning and performing experience for a range of adult abilities. Includes their schedule of concerts for charity, past performances, and new player information. |
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Studio Symphony Orchestra - http://www.studiosymphony.org.uk/
Ulster's longest established orchestra. Information about membership, their concert programme, ticketing and reviews. |
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Halesowen Orchestra, The - http://www.halesowenorchestra.freeserve.co.uk/
Birmingham area: includes repertoire, concert calendar, pictures. |
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North London Symphony Orchestra - http://www.nlso.org.uk/
Community symphony orchestra giving five concerts a year in North London. Includes membership information, details of concerts and rehearsals, and their history. |
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The Lambeth Orchestra - http://www.lambeth-orchestra.org.uk/
Making orchestral music available to music-lovers in Lambeth and neighboring boroughs. Profile of the ensemble, with a concert schedule, and membership information. |
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The City Of Southampton Orchestra - http://www.csorchestra.org/
Concert dates and programmes, venues and booking information, with a history and contact details. |
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Sussex Symphony Orchestra - http://www.ssomusic.co.uk/
Information about the orchestra, attracting professional and non-professional players from across Sussex. Includes their concert programme, and ticket details. |
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Haverhill Sinfonia - http://www.haverhillsinfonia.co.uk/
Profile and history of the Suffolk-based orchestra. Includes their concert and recital programme, and details of the Haverhill Sinfonia Soloist Competition. |
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London Charity Orchestra - http://www.londoncharityorchestra.co.uk/
Profile of an amateur orchestra, promoting the love of music and charitable causes. Includes news, player listing, and information on their concert and rehearsal programme. |
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St Giles Orchestra - http://www.stgilesorchestra.org.uk
Oxford: Includes repertoire, concert calendar, pictures, links, membership information. |
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Scottish Sinfonia - http://www.scottishsinfonia.org.uk/
Performs several classical orchestral concerts each year in Greyfriars Kirk, and noted for its performances of Mahler on the Fringe of Edinburgh Festival. Includes information on their concert diary, recordings, sponsors, and tickets. |
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The British Police Symphony Orchestra - http://www.bpso.org.uk/
An amateur orchestra drawing its players from across the 44 police forces within the United Kingdom. Includes audio samples, a history, and concert schedule. |
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Edinburgh Symphony Orchestra - http://www.edinburghsymphonyorchestra.org.uk
Includes history and past concerts, concert and rehearsal schedule, membership information. |
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Leeds Baroque Orchestra - http://www.leedsbaroque.org.uk/
Period-instrument orchestra specializing in baroque repertoire: includes next concert date. |
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Plymouth Symphony Orchestra - http://www.plymouthsymphony.co.uk/
One of the oldest amateur city orchestras in the country. Information on concerts, and how to support the ensemble, with news and a history. |
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The Mozart Orchestra of Norwich - http://www.mozartorchestra.org.uk
Includes rehearsal and concert calendar. |
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West London Sinfonia - http://www.westlondonsinfonia.org
Amateur symphony orchestra based in Ealing. Information about concerts, artists and music, with contact details for those interested in joining. |
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Windsor and Maidenhead Symphony Orchestra (WMSO) - http://www.wmso.org.uk/
Information about a Berkshire amateur orchestra, with their concert and rehearsal schedule, and information about their repertoire and support. |
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The Alderley Edge Orchestra - http://www.aeorchestra.org.uk/
Gives several concerts each year in Alderley Edge Methodist Church, Macclesfield. Details of programmes, workshops and membership. |
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Airedale Symphony Orchestra - http://www.airedaleso.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra formed in 1898, now performing mainly in Ilkley and Saltaire, West Yorkshire. Includes history, concert schedule, and reviews. |
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Chester Philharmonic Orchestra - http://www.chesterphilorchestra.co.uk/
Regional English amateur orchestra, featuring concert program, history, rehearsal information, and contact details. |
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Bushey Symphony Orchestra - http://www.busheysymphony.org.uk/
Based in Hertfordshire. Includes information about the ensemble, calendar of concerts and events, and program notes. |
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Kensington Symphony Orchestra - http://www.kso.org.uk/
Non-professional ensemble, based in London, with its own concert series on London's South Bank, and at St John's, Smith Square. Details of program, and rehearsals. |
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Edgware Orchestra - http://www.edgwareorchestra.org.uk/
London-based amateur orchestra; information about membership and their programme of concerts. |
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Hull Philharmonic Society - http://www.hullphilharmonic.org
Includes history and concert calendar. |
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Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra - http://www.bso.org.uk
Amateur orchestra in Hampshire. Includes a history of the ensemble, and details of their concerts, history, tours and ticketing. |
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Kensington Philharmonic Orchestra - http://www.kpo.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra in London, which aims to give an opportunity for advanced players to study and perform works from the classical and modern repertoire. Includes their concert schedule, and information about membership. |
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Essex Symphony Orchestra - http://www.esosymph.freeserve.co.uk/
Chelmsford: includes concert and rehearsal schedule, program notes, membership and volunteer opportunities. |
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Forest Philharmonic Orchestra, - http://www.forestphilharmonic.org.uk/
Based in Waltham Forest, London. Describes the aims of the ensemble founded in 1964. Includes current programme, performers and history, and membership information. |
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Reading Symphony Orchestra - http://www.rso.org.uk/
Brings together amateur musicians from the Thames Valley to perform classical music concerts. Program and membership information. |
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London Phoenix Orchestra - http://www.phoenixorchestra.org/
Amateur orchestra founded in 1924 as the London Insurance Orchestral Society. Includes a history, with information on members, rehearsals, and concert schedule at Queen Elizabeth Hall and St John's Smith Square. |
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Manchester Beethoven Orchestra - http://www.beethovenorchestra.co.uk/
Amateur orchestra giving concerts in Manchester. Information about calendar, membership, recordings, history and library. |
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Maidstone Symphony Orchestra - http://www.mso.org.uk/
Performs 5 concerts a year with professional soloists. Includes information about orchestra, vacancies, concerts, and ticketing. |
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King Edward Musical Society - http://www.kems.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra and choir in Macclesfield, Cheshire. Information on concerts, rehearsals and workshops. |
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The Salford Symphony Orchestra - http://www.salfordsymphony.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra based in the Salford area. Regular concerts are performed at Peel Hall, Salford University. |
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The Chamber Orchestra - http://www.ravel.org.uk/tco/
A substantial group of amateur string players meeting in central London. Includes information about rehearsals, concerts, news, and membership. |
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The Learning Orchestra - http://www.ravel.org.uk/tlo/
An amateur classical symphony orchestra, based in London, looking for players who are just starting or who want to revive old skills. Details of rehearsals, concerts, repertoire, and tutors. |
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Mid Sussex Sinfonia - http://www.midsussexsinfonia.org.uk/
Community orchestra with over 100 members, giving regular concerts in the Mid Sussex area. Details of concerts, rehearsals, and venues. |
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Bolton Symphony Orchestra - http://www.boltonsymphony.org.uk/
Includes concert calendar, ticket prices, and links. |
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Barnet Symphony Orchestra - http://website.lineone.net/~barnet.orchestra
Giving talented, local amateur musicians the opportunity to play and perform from the classical repertoire. Details of their three concerts a year, and membership. |
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Aldworth Philharmonic Orchestra - http://www.aldworthphilharmonic.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra based in Reading, Berkshire. Includes concert schedule, image gallery and information about rehearsals, education programs and social events. |
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Fulham Symphony Orchestra - http://www.fso.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra, includes concert schedule, new member recruitment, rehearsal schedule and venues, links, and contacts. |
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EMG Symphony Orchestra - http://www.emgsymphonyorchestra.org/
The Exeter Music Group is the largest amateur symphony orchestra in the South West of England. Profile, concert and workshop details, and information for prospective members. |
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Surrey Philharmonic Orchestra - http://www.surreyphil.org.uk/
Leatherhead; usually performs in Dorking and Epsom: Includes history, concert calendar, ticket purchase information, and membership information. |
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Newent Orchestra - http://www.newentorchestra.org
Amateur community orchestra based in Newent, Gloucestershire. Promotes local music making and composition through performances and education. |
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Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra - http://www.iwso.info/
A non-professional orchestra on the Isle of Wight; regular concerts with high-profile soloists throughout the year. Site provides programme info, mailing lists, and contact details. |
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High Peak Orchestra - http://www.hpo.ukgo.com/
Founded in 1975 as The Cooperative Orchestra, and based in Whaley Bridge. Includes their history, concert and ticket details, and information on membership. |
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Wilmslow Symphony Orchestra - http://www.wilmsloworchestra.fsnet.co.uk/
Amateur orchestra performing in Wilmslow, Cheshire. Information about concerts, rehearsals, and members. |
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Todmorden Orchestra - http://www.todmordenorchestra.org.uk/
Based in West Yorkshire; includes dates and programs for forthcoming concerts, with reviews and information for new orchestra members. |
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Salisbury Symphony Orchestra - http://www.salisburysymphonyorchestra.org.uk/
Concerts, history, membership and associate information for an amateur orchestra in Wiltshire; established 1917. |
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Oxford Symphony Orchestra - http://www.oxfordsymphonyorchestra.org/
Based within Oxford, with rehearsals during university term time. Includes their history, programme details, and vacancies. |
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Hertford Symphony Orchestra - http://www.hertfordsymphony.org.uk/
Profile of the orchestra, and their concert program. Includes membership information, and details of how to support them. |
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Royal Tunbridge Wells Symphony Orchestra - http://www.rtwso.org/
Non-professional orchestra for Kent and Sussex. Includes details of forthcoming concerts and biographies of conductors. |
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Havering Concert Orchestra - http://www.hcoweb.co.uk/
Information about the ensemble in the London Borough of Havering, with details of concerts and rehearsals. Also contains background on instruments and composers. |
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North Wiltshire Orchestra - http://www.northwiltsorchestra.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra which gives three concerts a year in Chippenham. Includes a history, concert and rehearsal details, and ticket information. |
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The Saturday Morning Orchestra - http://www.saturdaymorningorchestra.co.uk/
Profile of an orchestra, which began as an Adult Education Workshop in Calcot, Berkshire, in 1971. Rehearsal and concert schedules, vacancies, history, news, repertoire, and contact information. |
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Winchester Symphony Orchestra - http://winchestersymphonyorchestra.org.uk/
Concert programme, and information for new and existing members. |
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Gorton Philharmonic Orchestra - http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/gortonphil/
Amateur symphony orchestra, believed to be oldest orchestra in Manchester. Details of concerts, profiles of members, history, and membership information. |
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Richmond Orchestra - http://www.richmondorchestra.org.uk/
Amateur orchestra in Surrey. Includes their rehearsal and concert schedule, conductor's biography, and membership/vacancy details. |
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Bathgate Concert Orchestra - http://www.bathgateconcertorchestra.org.uk/
Profiles a voluntary group of musicians. Includes rehearsal times and details of performances, history and events. |
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North Devon Sinfonia - http://www.northdevonsinfonia.org.uk/
Gives classical music concerts near Barnstaple, Devon. Information about schedule, rehearsals, and ticketing arrangements. |
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Maldon Orchestra - http://www.maldonorchestra.co.uk/
Amateur orchestra in Essex. Includes rehearsal and concert details, with information on their repertoire, and the youth section. |
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City of Sunderland Millennium Orchestral Society (CoSMOS) - http://www.musicmakesfriends.org.uk/
A history of the orchestra, with information about their concert program, repertoire, and membership. |
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Bournemouth Rehearsal Orchestra - http://www.rehearsalorchestra.org/
Group playing classical music in a relaxed atmosphere, without the pressure of performances. Details of membership and programme, with photos, video and audio clips. |
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York Symphony Orchestra - http://www.hansgal.com/yso/
The oldest amateur orchestra in the city presents their concert calendar. Includes ticket information, and historical archives. |
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Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra - http://home.btconnect.com/Measures/newspo/spo.htm
The symphony orchestra of the Colne Valley. Concert dates for classical music with guest artistes, performed in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK. |