Blackfriars Sinfonia
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a repertoire orchestra
Each week, we play several different works. For example we may play an overture and a symphony. It's great for sight reading practise.
While the music is selected by our conductors, members are able to suggest pieces to play.
The orchestra owns a large library of orchestral scores, for our exclusive use.
who are we
The aim of the orchestra is to enjoy playing different music and to increase our repertoire.
It is a very friendly group of musicians and we have members of all ages.
The majority of players come regularly, but this orchestra also suits people who cannot commit to attending rehearsals every week.
After the rehearsal, quite a few of us visit one of the excellent local pubs in the area.
The orchestra has been making music since the 1940s.
when and where
Tuesdays 7pm - 9pm in Christchurch Hall, Blackfriars, which is 2 minute's walk from Blackfriars Bridge (south side of the river).
Christchurch Hall
Blackfriars Bridge
27 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 8NY
Tubes: Southwark and Blackfriars tube stations are the closest (2 minutes walk), Waterloo is a 9 minute walk and London Bridge 20 minutes. The church is a short walk from the City.
interested in joining?
Enquiries from new members are always welcome. There are no auditions.
There are no subscriptions, but players attending a session pay £3, to cover the costs of the hall.
If you would like to play with us, send a message, using the form on our Contact page.
Oboes, clarinets, bassoons, flutes
For each of these instruments, we have 2 regular players.
However, we maintain depping lists, so that if one of the regulars cannot make a rehearsal, deps will be asked to play.
Please contact us if you are interested.
NB Flutes: Flautists who have/play piccolo are particularly welcome to join our flute dep list.