Join Brent Symphony Orchestra

2010 – 2011 will be our 100th season. Our numbers are growing rapidly, especially in the cellos, but we want to expand even further. Please see below for a list of our current vacancies.

String players

We are always happy to hear from strings and there are usually openings in all sections. There are no formal auditions: membership is subject to an initial trial period. Players need to be at least Grade 8 standard with good sight-reading skills and orchestral experience. In order to achieve a balanced orchestra, we rotate violins between 1sts and 2nds and within the sections, therefore players should be confident (and happy) playing either part. Please get in touch: info001@brentso.org.uk.

Wind, horn and brass players

There are occasional wind, horn and brass vacancies. Players need to be music college standard with plenty of orchestral experience and will be accepted on a trial basis initially. We regularly need deps and extras for both rehearsals and concerts. In 2010 we will need another trumpet player for much of our Spring and Summer concerts. See Playing opportunities below for further details.

The Commitments!

We have a relatively short rehearsal schedule for concerts hence the need for experience and good sight-reading.We also expect a high level of commitment to the orchestra both for concert repertoire rehearsals and play-through rehearsals. Please see the Members' page for the rehearsal schedule.

September 2010 vacancies

Strings: violas and basses, and we could still squeeze in a few more violins. We also have room for two cellos.
Brass: trombone, tuba. Must have orchestral experience. We've got some fantastic brass-centric music coming up.
Please get in touch: info001@brentso.org.uk.

Playing opportunities

We're always very keen to hear from wind players, especially oboes/cors and bassoons who would be interested in taking part in our repertoire sessions. We often need an augmented wind section, and if you'd like the chance to play some interesting music, or if you would be willing to dep for us occasionally, we'd love to hear from you. We'd also like to hear from brass and horn players who would like the chance of some extra playing: for example we will need another trumpet player for much of our Spring and Summer 2010 concerts.
For all membership enquiries: info001@brentso.org.uk.

Rehearsals

We rehearse on Wednesday evenings 7:30 – 9:30 from September to July. Our rehearsal venue is St James's Church, Sheriff Rd, West Hampstead, NW6 2AP. The church is opposite West Hampstead tube and is also handy for West Hampstead Thameslink and London Overground stations. Music stands are provided. We drink in The Gallery, 190 Broadhurst Gardens, West Hampstead, NW6 3AY after rehearsals.

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