The former CBC/Orchestra Canada Orchestra Music Library is now being administered by the Durham Chamber Orchestra and its Music Director John Kraus. The two volume library contains many significant orchestral works, some of which were used as performance copies for radio broadcast by the different CBC Radio Orchestras that were employed across Canada. Some of the works are obscure and out of print pieces that may have only been played once or twice. Others are traditional orchestral repertoire that has become the mainstay for our symphonic programs.
These titles are available for rent from the Durham Chamber Orchestra, as they were from Orchestra Canada. Each title will rent for $25 with the renter covering for shipping costs. We prefer to use FedEx, but other arrangements can be made at the individuals request. Each renter must provide the concert date for which the music will be used so that due dates can be arranged. Typically these timelines will require that music be returned within two weeks of the performance dates. Music will be available on a first come first served basis. Music will be shipped within 48 hours of receiving a the necessary information.
Rental Details
  1. E-mail your requests for music to dcochamberorchestra@yahoo.com or call John Kraus at 705-749-5839.
  2. Provide the name of the renter, the organizations name, a valid mailing address where someone can receive a courier package during the business day, and a daytime and evening phone number for the renter.
  3. Please provide the concert date and location for which the music will be used.
  4. Please note that the return date will be within 2 weeks of your concert date. Music will not be provided for more than 3 months at a time to allow other groups equal access.
    (Special arrangements maybe possible, please contact us for details.)
  5. Make your rental cheques payable to Durham Chamber Orchestra.

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