WELCOME TO P.C.O.

Peterborough Community Orchestra (PCO) had its first tentative rehearsal in 2018. We now have over fifty members and are registered charity number 1211338. We're on a mission to nurture a friendly, supportive ensemble, where people can enjoy playing a variety of musical styles, and achieve an ambitious standard of performance. 

We play two public concerts a year, and attend smaller events. We can accommodate just about any orchestral or band instrument. We have vacancies for viola, cello, bass, 1 oboe, 1 bassoon, French horn, & percussion and will consider non standard instruments Eg. recorder, saxophone, harp or accordion. We operate a waiting list where sections are full. Contact Us to find out more. PCO is a multi ability orchestra, with some members playing beyond grade 8 level. You don't need exams, but you must be able to cope with written music at ABRSM/Trinity grade 3 minimum. Note: Although our members are friendly and will help with musical queries, we cannot provide instruction. All ages and family groups are welcome, including adult learners and returners. Youngsters under sixteen must be accompanied by an adult.

Get in touch or drop in to one of our rehearsals. There's no charge for your first three rehearsals, while you decide if we are the sort of orchestra you're looking for. We know it can be daunting to walk into a hall full of people who already know each other. We appreciate this, and will give you a warm welcome. 

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​​Chairman. Anne Brown

Treasurer. Caroline Howell

Musical Director. Charlie Westbrook

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