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200 vacancies found
Cor Anglais
Bromley Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a large, friendly amateur orchestra based in south London with a reputation for interesting concerts of almost professional standard. We have 4 (and sometimes 5) concerts a year from November to May with 7 or 8 rehearsals in advance on Monday evenings in Bromley.
Double Bass
Bromley Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a large, friendly amateur orchestra based in south London with a reputation for interesting concerts of almost professional standard. We have 4 (and sometimes 5) concerts a year from November to May with 7 or 8 rehearsals in advance on Monday evenings in Bromley.
Viola
Bromley Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a large, friendly amateur orchestra based in south London with a reputation for interesting concerts of almost professional standard. We have 4 (and sometimes 5) concerts a year from November to May with 7 or 8 rehearsals in advance on Monday evenings in Bromley.
Bass Trombone
Bromley Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a large, friendly amateur orchestra based in south London with a reputation for interesting concerts of almost professional standard. We have 4 (and sometimes 5) concerts a year from November to May with 7 or 8 rehearsals in advance on Monday evenings in Bromley.
Trumpet — 1st
Coalville Light Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are on the lookout for some new trumpet players to join our community orchestra. We play for fun and don’t perform in concerts. Just a friendly group playing classical and film music. Grade 4+
Tuba
East London Community Band
↗ websiteELCB is looking for a tuba player to join our friendly concert band! We play a varied repertoire of film music, popular favourites and traditional concert band works, performing several concerts throughout the year. Rehearsals: Friday evenings during term time Where: Shadwell Centre, East London Please email info@eastlondoncommunityband.co.uk and mention you saw our advert on First Desk. We’d love to hear from you!
Double Bass — Double bass
Halifax Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteRehearsals are Monday night at Heath URC Halifax. Concert dates and programmes can be found on the website.
Viola — Viola
Halifax Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe rehearse on a Monday night at heath URC church in Halifax. Please see the website for concerts dates and programmes.
Violin — 1st and 2nd section players needed
Halifax Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe rehearse on Monday evenings at heath URC church in Halifax. Please see the website for concerts dates and programmes
Trombone — 1st and second tenor trombone
Halifax Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe rehearse on Monday evenings in heath URC church. Please see website for concerts.
Cello — Strings
Bury Friendly Orchestra
↗ websiteMinimum standard Grade 5. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings during term time 7.30pm to 9.30pm at All Saints Church IP33 3QW.
Double Bass — Strings
Bury Friendly Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are looking for 2+ double bass players. Minimum standard Grade 5. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings during term time 7.30pm to 9.30pm at All Saints Church IP33 3QW.
Viola — Strings
Bury Friendly Orchestra
↗ websiteMinimum standard Grade 5. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings during term time 7.30pm to 9.30pm at All Saints Church IP33 3QW.
Tuba — Brass
Bury Friendly Orchestra
↗ websiteMinimum standard Grade 5. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings during term time 7.30pm to 9.30pm at All Saints Church IP33 3QW.
Trumpet — Principal Trumpet
Bury Friendly Orchestra
↗ websiteOur Principal Trumpet player is leaving in March 2027 so we will need a replacement. Must ideally be Grade 8 and have orchestral experience. We rehearse on Tuesdays during Term Time from 7.30 pm. to 9.30 pm. at All Saints Church IP33 3QW
Trombone — Brass
Bury Friendly Orchestra
↗ website3rd Trombone vacancy - Minimum standard Grade 5. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings during term time 7.30pm to 9.30pm at All Saints Church IP33 3QW.
French Horn
East London Community Band
↗ websiteELCB is looking for a french horn player to join our friendly concert band! We play a varied repertoire of film music, popular favourites and traditional concert band works, performing several concerts throughout the year. Rehearsals: Friday evenings during term time Where: Shadwell Centre, East London Please contact info@eastlondoncommunityband.co.uk and mention you saw this here.
Bassoon
East London Community Band
↗ websiteELCB is looking for a bassoon player to join our friendly concert band! We play a varied repertoire of film music, popular favourites and traditional concert band works, performing several concerts throughout the year. Rehearsals: Friday evenings 6:45-8:45pm during term time Where: Shadwell Centre, East London Please contact info@eastlondoncommunityband.co.uk and mention you saw this here.
Bassoon
Southampton Grad Band
↗ websiteSouthampton Grad Band is a community concert wind band with a strong history of excellent performances in the Southampton and wider Hampshire area. We rehearse fornightly Sundays, 3-6pm. We're currently looking for bassoon players to expand the section, please drop us a message on info@southamptongradband.co.uk if you'd like to know more.
Drum Kit
Southampton Grad Band
↗ websiteSouthampton Grad Band is a community concert wind band with a strong history of excellent performances in the Southampton and wider Hampshire area. We rehearse fornightly Sundays, 3-6pm. We're currently looking for drummers/percussionists to expand the section, please drop us a message on info@southamptongradband.co.uk if you'd like to know more.
Euphonium
Southampton Grad Band
↗ websiteSouthampton Grad Band is a community concert wind band with a strong history of excellent performances in the Southampton and wider Hampshire area. We rehearse fornightly Sundays, 3-6pm. We're currently looking for 1-2 euphonium players to expand the section, please drop us a message on info@southamptongradband.co.uk if you'd like to know more.
Trombone
Southampton Grad Band
↗ websiteSouthampton Grad Band is a community concert wind band with a strong history of excellent performances in the Southampton and wider Hampshire area. We rehearse fornightly Sundays, 3-6pm. We're currently looking for 1-2 trombone players to expand the section, please drop us a message on info@southamptongradband.co.uk if you'd like to know more.
Trumpet — Brass
Misbourne Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteVery friendly community orchestra - combination of fun and quality (Grade 7+) with 3 concerts per year. Lots of players returned to their instruments after decades away from playing so it's never too late to come back to playing!
French Horn
Misbourne Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteVery friendly community orchestra - combination of fun and quality (Grade 7+) with 3 concerts per year. Lots of players returned to their instruments after decades away from playing so it's never too late to come back to playing! We are looking to rebuild our horn and trumpet sections in 2026-2027 !
Double Bass
Misbourne Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteVery friendly community orchestra - combination of fun and quality (Grade 7+) with 3 concerts per year. Lots of players returned to their instruments after decades away from playing so it's never too late to come back to playing! We are looking to rebuild our bass section in 2026-2027 to complement our great cellos!
Viola
Misbourne Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteVery friendly community orchestra - combination of fun and quality (Grade 7+) with 3 concerts per year. Lots of players returned to their instruments after decades away from playing so it's never too late to come back to playing! We are looking to build our viola section in 2026-2027 !
French Horn — 2nd Horn (dep Section Leader)
Humberside Police Concert Band
↗ websiteHPCB is looking for a French Horn player who is comfortable playing in the 2nd seat and deputising for the section leader when necessary. Grade 6 preferred, all travel expenses paid within force area. Message for further information.
Drum Kit — Percussion
Humberside Police Concert Band
↗ websiteHPCB are looking for a versatile kit player who is able to sight read music. We have a wide and varied repertoire. Grade 6 and above would be prefered. all travel expenses paid within force area. Message for further information.
Violin — 1st or 2nd
Portsmouth Philharmonic
↗ website29 Nov 2026
Find out more from our website portsmouthphilharmonic.org and if you are interested in joining us contact us by email - enquiries@portsmouthphilharmonic.org We are an open-access orchestra and don't require an audition
French Horn — Brass
Grosvenor Orchestra
↗ websiteUp to 3 horn players needed to fill the section.
Cymbals — Percussion - General percussionist, multiple instruments
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Timpani — Percussion
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Cor Anglais — Cor anglais / oboe
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Tuba
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Bass Trombone
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Trombone — 1st and 2nd
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Trumpet — 2nd Trumpet
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
French Horn — 3rd or 4th horn
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Double Bass — Principal and 1st desk
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Viola — Viola section players
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Violin — 2nd violin section players
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Violin — 1st violin section players
Wokingham Philharmonic Orchestra
↗ websiteWokingham Philharmonic Orchestra is a newly formed amateur orchestra in Berkshire looking for regular orchestra members of all ages. You need to be approx. Grade 7+ level to cope with the music we play, with a bit of practice. Ages 16+ welcome. We are a dedicated friendly and supportive group, with an active WhatsApp and social media presence and social events. We aim for 2 local concerts per year. Whether you have an instrument gathering dust and you wish to get back into playing, or you are a seasoned player, and you wish to try us out, please do come along to a rehearsal, or a few! When: Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.15pm (term time only) Where: Windmill Primary School, Fernlea Drive, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3DR Parking available. Rail/bus stops within walking distance. For more information visit: www.wokinghamphilharmonic.org
Clarinet — Any
Wiltshire Rural Music Orchestra
↗ websiteThis is an amateur 'all abilities' orchestra. Anyone (and any instrument) is welcome.
Cello — Any
Wiltshire Rural Music Orchestra
↗ websiteThis is an amateur 'all abilities' orchestra. Anyone (and any instrument) is welcome.
Trumpet — Any
Wiltshire Rural Music Orchestra
↗ websiteThis is an amateur 'all abilities' orchestra. Anyone (and any instrument) is welcome.
Violin — Any
Wiltshire Rural Music Orchestra
↗ websiteThis is an amateur 'all abilities' orchestra. Anyone (and any instrument) is welcome.
Viola — Any
Wiltshire Rural Music Orchestra
↗ websiteThis is an amateur 'all abilities' orchestra. Anyone (and any instrument) is welcome.
Double Bass
West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteLeeds based orchestra with a commitment to taking classical music to people and places other orchestras don’t reach. We rehearse on Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.30 during term time. We do not operate formal auditions as we favour orchestral trials - come along to a rehearsal and see what you make of us. We know people have busy and complicated lives, so we endeavour to be accommodating! We currently have one double bass, but she'd like a buddy!
Bass Trombone — Bass trombone
Worthing Silver Band
↗ websiteAll abilities and ages welcome including under 18s. We rehearse on a Wednesday evening in Ferring. Please see our website for more details
Tenor Horn — Negotiable.
Worthing Silver Band
↗ websiteA forward thinking brass band that plays lots of rock and pop alongside some classic brass and engages with the general public. All abilities and ages welcome including under 18s
Double Bass
Langtree Sinfonia
↗ websiteWe are seeking a double bass player to join our friendly, non-auditioning orchestra. We rehearse in Woodcote, Oxfordshire on Wednesdays 7.30-9.30. Also upcoming concert on 14th November.
Trumpet
Langtree Sinfonia
↗ websiteWe are looking for one (or two!) trumpets to join our friendly non-auditioning orchestra based in Woodcote, Oxfordshire. We rehearse on Wednesdays 7.30-9.30. We give two concerts a year at Dorchester Abbey (Oxon) and Wallingford plus a workshop/playday in February.
Cello
Lanarkshire Cecilian Orchestra
↗ websiteRehearsals Thursday nights 7.15pm- 9.30pm We are an orchestra based in Blantyre, just off the M74, easy to reach from Glasgow and all across Lanarkshire. We have fun but also work hard to put on 3 concerts a year. We play a mix of classical repertoire and more modern pieces such as film music. We would love to hear from any cellists interested in joining us
Double Bass
Aylesbury Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteSeeking double bass players grade 7 standard to join the orchestra. We play 4 concerts per year and practise weekly in term time. See our website for more information.
French Horn
Aylesbury Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are seeking a horn player grade 7 standard minimum. We have 4 concerts a year and practise weekly in term time.
Violin — 1st Violin, 2nd Violin
Stamford Chamber Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a friendly, high-quality amateur orchestra, always on the lookout for new violins, grade 8 or above. Please contact for more information!
Soprano Cornet
Haslemere Town Band
↗ websiteLooking for a soprano cornet player - standard grade 6+. We can provide a soprano cornet if needed. See our website for more details.
Double Bass
South Liverpool Orchestra
1 Dec 2026
Amateur Orchestra based in South Liverpool, has vacancies for all strings, especially double bass. Rehearsals are every Tuesday, with a concert planned for 1 December.
Trombone
South Liverpool Orchestra
1 Dec 2026
Amateur orchestra based in South Liverpool, has a vacancy for 1 Trombone. Rehearsals are every Tuesday, with a concert date planned for 1 December.
French Horn
South Liverpool Orchestra
1 Dec 2026
Amateur orchestra based in South Liverpool, has vacancy for one horn, rehearsals are every Tuesday evening, with concert date planned for 1st December.
Cor Anglais
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Baritone Saxophone
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Trombone
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Euphonium
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Oboe
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Tuba
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
French Horn
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Bassoon
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
Drum Kit
Hertfordshire Concert Band
We're a welcoming and friendly, non-auditioned community concert band with players of all ages 18+, from students and recent graduates to retirees! We play a wide and interesting repertoire including classical arrangements, film music, pop medleys and more 🎶 Please get in touch either via our new Instagram (hertfordshireconcertband) or via our email (hertsconcertbandenquiries@outlook.com) if you're interested in joining. We'd be very happy for you to come along to one of our rehearsals as a trial session! Rehearsals take place at Eden House, AL10 8AX in Hatfield on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm. Our first rehearsal back of this term is Tuesday 15th September.
French Horn — Brass
Barnet Symphony Orchestra
↗ website22 Nov 2026
We're a friendly, and musically ambitious North London orchestra rehearsing in a beautifully-refurbished church in Finchley. Oliver Till, conductor Steven Nurse, leader https://www.barnetsymphony.org.uk/index.php
Cello
Coalville Light Orchestra
Rehearsals Tuesday evenings at Newbridge School, Coalville. Friendly group. No concerts, no pressure. Film and classical music. Contact coalvillelightorchestra@outlook.com for more info
Double Bass
Coalville Light Orchestra
Rehearsals Tuesday evenings 7.15 -8.45 at Newbridge School, Coalville. No concerts, no pressure! Film and classical music. Very friendly group. Please contact coalvillelightorchestra@outlook.com
Violin — 1st and 2nd seats
Coalville Light Orchestra
No concerts. Friendly community orchestra. Rehearsals Tuesday evenings 7.15-8.45. Playing film and classical musical. Please contact coalvillelightorchestra.com
Trumpet — 1st and 2nd seats
Coalville Light Orchestra
No concerts. Friendly community orchestra. Playing film and classic music. Rehearsals Tuesday evenings 7.15-8.45. Contact coalvillelightorchestra@outlook.com
Viola
Coalville Light Orchestra
No concerts. Friendly community orchestra. Rehearsals Tuesday evenings 7.15-8.45. Classical and film music. Contact coalvillelightorchestra@outlook.com
Violin — 1st Violins and 2nd Violins
Gifford Ensemble
↗ websiteWe are looking for Violinists at grade 6 standard or above to join our friendly group. We rehearse Sunday evenings 7.15-.8.45 during term time at Trust Hall, Stoke Gifford, North Bristol, BS34 8PE We are a small Ensemble and do not have a conductor but play ‘in the round’ which works well.
Clarinet
Gifford Ensemble
↗ websiteWe are looking for a Clarinettist at grade 7 standard or above to join our friendly group. We rehearse Sunday evenings 7.15-.8.45 during term time at Trust Hall, Stoke Gifford, North Bristol, BS34 8PE We are a small Ensemble and do not have a conductor but play ‘in the round’ which works well.
Timpani — Tuned & Auxiliary
Haslemere Town Band
↗ websiteLooking for a tuned percussion player and an auxilliary percussion player - standard grade 6+. We can provide timpani/xylo/glock etc. & variety of aux instruments. See our website for more details.
Drum Kit — Kit player
Haslemere Town Band
↗ websiteLooking for a drum kit player - standard grade 6+. We can provide a full drum kit if needed. See our website for more details.
Trombone — 2nd
Haslemere Town Band
↗ websiteLooking for a 2nd trombone player - standard grade 6+. See our website for more details.
Bass Trombone
Haslemere Town Band
↗ websiteLooking for a bass trombone player - standard grade 6+. See our website for more details.
Cornet — Principal, Solo, 3rd
Haslemere Town Band
↗ websiteLooking for a principal cornet player to lead our wonderful section, also solo and 3rd cornet players - standard grade 6+. We can provide instruments if needed. See our website for more details.
Oboe — Principal
Alton Concert Band
↗ websiteLooking for an oboe player to lead our section - standard grade 6+. See our website for more details.
Bassoon — 1st
Alton Concert Band
↗ websiteLooking for a bassoon player - standard grade 5+. See our website for more details.
Drum Kit — Kit player
Alton Concert Band
↗ websiteLooking for a kit player - standard grade 5+. See our website for more details.
Trombone — 2nd
Alton Concert Band
↗ websiteLooking for a 2nd trombone player - standard grade 6+. See our website for more details.
French Horn
Alton Concert Band
↗ websiteLooking for 2 french horn players - standard grade 6+. See our website for more details.
Double Bass
Farnborough Concert Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ We play a wide variety of music - classical, film, tv, pop We have 4 concerts each season A lovely, friendly, welcoming orchestra See our website for more details. Tuesday eve rehearsals
Violin — 1st violin
Farnborough Concert Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ We play a wide variety of music - classical, film, tv, pop We have 4 concerts each season A lovely, friendly, welcoming orchestra See our website for more details. Tuesday eve rehearsals
Bassoon — Co-Principal
Farnborough Concert Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 8+ with orchestral experience We play a wide variety of music - classical, film, tv, pop We have 4 concerts each season A lovely, friendly, welcoming orchestra See our website for more details. Tuesday eve rehearsals
Viola — Leader
Farnborough Concert Orchestra
↗ websiteOrchestral experience essential. Grade 8+ We play a wide variety of music - classical, film, tv, pop. We have 4 concerts each season A lovely, friendly, welcoming orchestra See our website for more details. Tuesday eve rehearsals
Snare Drum — General percussion
Swindon Concert Band
↗ websiteGeneral percussion seat
Violin — We have space for a couple of experienced 1st Violins
Isle of Man Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteIOM Symphony Orchestra is an amateur orchestra, but players need to be of at least grade 6 standard (higher for 1st violin) and have some orchestral experience. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings in term time at St.Johns Primary School.
French Horn
Merton Concert Band
↗ websiteWe'd love to have a french horn player join our friendly band based in Morden. We play a wide selection of music and lots of sight reading.
Alto Saxophone
Merton Concert Band
↗ websiteWe are looking for saxophone players to join our friendly band based in Morden. Ideally grade 6+. Wide variety of music.
Bassoon
Malmesbury Concert Band
↗ websiteGrade 5+ preferable. Friday night rehearsals 7.30pm-9.00pm. Annual subscription £50. Joining a small team of bass woodwind in the band, supporting bass clarinet and baritone saxophone - friendly and supportive atmosphere, varied repertoire with a focus on music by women composers.
Clarinet — 3rd Clarinet
Malmesbury Concert Band
↗ websiteGrade 5+ preferable. Friday night rehearsals 7.30pm-9.00pm. Annual subscription £50. Joining a small team of 6 players (2 on a part) - friendly and supportive atmosphere, varied repertoire with a focus on music by women composers.
French Horn — 2nd Horn
Malmesbury Concert Band
↗ websiteGrade 5+ preferable. Friday night rehearsals 7.30pm-9.00pm. Annual subscription £50. Parts available in F or E Flat for Tenor Horn.
Trombone — 2nd Trombone
Malmesbury Concert Band
↗ websiteGrade 5+ preferable. Friday night rehearsals 7.30pm-9.00pm. Annual subscription £50. Parts are available in bass clef or transposed treble clef (for those who might also play in brass bands).
Trumpet — 3rd Trumpet
Malmesbury Concert Band
↗ websiteGrade 5+ preferable. Friday night rehearsals 7.30pm-9.00pm. Annual subscription £50. Supporting our regular 1st and 2nd Trumpet players - we operate a part rotation system, so there will be opportunities to play other parts.
Cornet — 3rd Cornet
Malmesbury Concert Band
↗ websiteGrade 5+ preferable. Friday night rehearsals 7.30pm-9.00pm. Annual subscription £50. Supporting our regular 1st and 2nd Cornet players - we operate a part rotation system, so there will be opportunities to play other parts.
Trombone — 2 positions
Harborne Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ Over 16 unless accompanied by responsible adult Meet Friday evenings in termtime
French Horn
Harborne Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ Over 16 unless accompanied by responsible adult Meet Friday evenings in termtime
Double Bass — 2 positions
Harborne Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ Over aged 16 unless accompanied by responsible adult Meet Fridays in termtime
Viola — 2 positions
Harborne Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ standard Meet Fridays in termtime Age 16+ unless accompanied by responsible adult
Violin — First and second violins
Harborne Orchestra
↗ websiteGrade 6+ standard and age 16+ unless accompanied by a responsible adult. Can be a " rusty" player Meet Fridays in termtime
Double Bass
The Brent Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe have vacancies for all strings, but especially looking for double basses. We rehearse Wednesday evenings in Kensal Green, NW London
Clarinet — Principal Clarinet and repiano, 2nd and 3rd desks
The Heroes Band
↗ websiteDouble Bass
Kensington Chamber Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are looking for a double bassist to boost our section. We are a friendly, ambitious orchestra based in West London
Double Bass
Camden Philharmonia Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a young friendly and social orchestra who play to a relatively high standard. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings 7:30pm to 9:45pm September to July with three concerts per year.
Bass Trombone
Camden Philharmonia Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a young friendly and social orchestra who play to a relatively high standard. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings 7:30pm to 9:45pm September to July with three concerts per year.
French Horn
Colliers Wood Community OrchestraNEW
↗ websiteWe are a community orchestra and include adult players of all levels and all ages. No auditions, we meet weekly on Tuesday evenings during term time.
Tuba
Camden Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteCamden Symphony Orchestra is one of London's leading non-professional orchestras. We have been a mainstay of musical life in north London for more than forty years with around seventy regular players. Under our Musical Director Levon Parikian, CSO seeks to combine the familiar staples of the Classical, Romantic and 20th century repertoire with less well-known and more challenging works. We rehearse on a weekly basis and perform three major orchestral concerts a year. We currently have a vacancy for a tuba player.
Viola
Camden Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteCamden Symphony Orchestra is one of London's leading non-professional orchestras. We have been a mainstay of musical life in north London for more than forty years with around seventy regular players. Under our Musical Director Levon Parikian, CSO seeks to combine the familiar staples of the Classical, Romantic and 20th century repertoire with less well-known and more challenging works. We rehearse on a weekly basis and perform three major orchestral concerts a year. We currently have spaces in our viola section.
Double Bass
Camden Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteCamden Symphony Orchestra is one of London's leading non-professional orchestras. We have been a mainstay of musical life in north London for more than forty years with around seventy regular players. Under our Musical Director Levon Parikian, CSO seeks to combine the familiar staples of the Classical, Romantic and 20th century repertoire with less well-known and more challenging works. We rehearse on a weekly basis and perform three major orchestral concerts a year. We are looking for double basses to join our large string section.
Double Bass
Middlewich Concert Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are looking for a permanent double bass player. We don't hold auditions but are looking for an experienced player for this important position.
Trumpet — 1st trumpet
Middlewich Concert Orchestra
↗ websiteRehearsals take place on Monday evenings at 7:45-9:45 from September to early July. We perform three concerts a year in Middlewich Victoria Hall.
French Horn
Baildon Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are a friendly and enthusiastic group of players who meet throughout the year on Thursday evenings to enjoy working through a wide range of classical and light orchestral music. We play different music each week taken from our extensive library and generally don't perform, preferring to play for our own enjoyment. We're seeking a French Horn player to join us on a regular basis playing upper horn parts. If you like the sound.if this, do get in touch!
Double Bass
City of Southampton Orchestra (CSO)
↗ websiteCity Of Southampton Orchestra Would you like to join one of the leading non-professional orchestras on the South Coast? We rehearse every Tuesday evening during term time We have spots available for Double Basses, Trombones and Violins Double Bass requirements: 🎼 Play to a high standard and have some experience of symphonic playing Trombone requirements: 🎵 Tenor trombone (sharing the first chair for the right candidate), subject to trial period Violin requirements: 🎻 Minimum Grade 8 standard, subject to assessment and trial period If this sounds appealing to you then do get in touch! Email cso.membership@gmail.com Web https://www.csorchestra.org/join
Violin
City of Southampton Orchestra (CSO)
↗ websiteCity Of Southampton Orchestra Would you like to join one of the leading non-professional orchestras on the South Coast? We rehearse every Tuesday evening during term time We have spots available for Double Basses, Trombones and Violins Double Bass requirements: 🎼 Play to a high standard and have some experience of symphonic playing Trombone requirements: 🎵 Tenor trombone (sharing the first chair for the right candidate), subject to trial period Violin requirements: 🎻 Minimum Grade 8 standard, subject to assessment and trial period If this sounds appealing to you then do get in touch! Email cso.membership@gmail.com Web https://www.csorchestra.org/join
Trombone — Co-principal
City of Southampton Orchestra (CSO)
↗ websiteCity Of Southampton Orchestra Would you like to join one of the leading non-professional orchestras on the South Coast? We rehearse every Tuesday evening during term time We have spots available for Double Basses, Trombones and Violins Double Bass requirements: 🎼 Play to a high standard and have some experience of symphonic playing Trombone requirements: 🎵 Tenor trombone (sharing the first chair for the right candidate), subject to trial period Violin requirements: 🎻 Minimum Grade 8 standard, subject to assessment and trial period If this sounds appealing to you then do get in touch! Email cso.membership@gmail.com Web https://www.csorchestra.org/join
Trombone
Airedale Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are looking for a player to join us as a permanent member, and usually welcome players to join us for a few trial rehearsals first of all. We rehearse weekly on Monday evenings during term time and typically perform a concert each term, plus a few extra projects. For more information, see our website www.airedaleso.org.uk
Trumpet
Airedale Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are looking for a player to join us as a permanent member, and usually welcome players to join us for a few trial rehearsals first of all. We rehearse weekly on Monday evenings during term time and typically perform a concert each term, plus a few extra projects. For more information, see our website www.airedaleso.org.uk
Double Bass
Airedale Symphony Orchestra
↗ websiteWe are looking for a player to join us as a permanent member, and usually welcome players to join us for a few trial rehearsals first of all. We rehearse weekly on Monday evenings during term time and typically perform a concert each term, plus a few extra projects. For more information, see our website www.airedaleso.org.uk
Viola
Chamber Orchestra of St Ives
↗ website16 Jan 2027
Actively recruiting new string players for our monthly rehearsals in our beautiful (& warm) church in St Ives, Cambridgeshire - know anyone who might be willing to give us a go? Send us a message Chambercosi20@gmail.com to get full details, we'd love to see you!
Violin
Chamber Orchestra of St Ives
↗ website16 Jan 2027
Actively recruiting new string players for our monthly rehearsals in our beautiful (& warm) church in St Ives, Cambridgeshire - know anyone who might be willing to give us a go? Send us a message Chambercosi20@gmail.com to get full details, we'd love to see you!
Snare Drum — General Percussion
Maidstone Wind Symphony
↗ websiteWe’re looking for percussionists of Grade 7/8 standard or above who would be interested in joining MWS on a permanent basis.
French Horn
Maidstone Wind Symphony
↗ websiteWe’re looking for a French Horn player of Grade 7/8 standard or above who would be interested in joining MWS on a permanent basis.