WELCOME
TO THE
EXETER CHILDREN'S ORCHESTRA

Updated 6 April 2000

Exeter Children's Orchestra is open to young people aged 7 to 19. There are normally up to 150 playing members. Anyone who is learning to play an instrument and can read music well enough to make a start is welcome to join. Many new members start on the recorder and progress to other instruments. No auditions are held. New members always welcome. Instruments are available for free of charge for those who can't afford to buy or hire themselves, see the Music for All page for further details.

Main Orchestra rehearsals are held every Saturday in term time at the Bishop Blackall Annex, Pennsylvania Road, Exeter from 10am - 12pm. Just pop in!

The Orchestra usually gives one or two full public concerts each term, as well as other outdoor performances (weather permitting!) in the City and surrounding towns. The Chamber Orchestra, made up of senior players, often features in these events and also arranges a separate programme of concerts. The Orchestra also tries to arrange at least one concert each year to raise funds for charity. In doing so, groups of musicians have formed small ensembles for carol singing, entertaining senior citizens, attending charity functions and organising social events.

History of the Exeter Children's Orchestra
Programme of Events
The European Connection
Who's Who in Exeter's Children Orchestra
Music for All
Music Education
Photographs of the Orchestra in Action
Links to Members and other Web Sites of Interest
Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra

The Orchestra is an independent registered charity. It is funded through its concerts, subscriptions and fund raising. Support, including sponsorship and programme adverts, from local organisations is always welcomed.

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