WELCOME TO THE SATURDAY MORNING ORCHESTRA
SMO Conductor Vacancy
We are saddened to announce the retirement of Jerry Lanning, our esteemed conductor of many years. Throughout his tenure, Jerry has guided and inspired the orchestra with passion, leadership and exceptional dedication, leaving an indelible mark on SMO. While we will deeply miss his presence, we are also excited to begin the search for a new conductor to continue the legacy of musical growth. If you or someone you know has the experience, vision, and enthusiasm to pick up the SMO baton for this new chapter in our journey, please see details on the application page.
Who we are...
The amateur orchestra that meets at the Beansheaf Community Hall, Calcot, Reading, Berkshire RG31 7AW on Saturday mornings (school term-times) 10.30am-12.30pm to enjoy playing classical music.
Annual Fee: £130 (or £45/term if paid in instalments). FREE trial term for new members.
Spring Term
Come and join SMO for the Spring term (first term free). See details below (or download the flyer here).
Or why not come and hear us at our end of term play through (29th March).
Updates
Diary
Summer term dates released hereVacancies
We are currently in need of all string players and a second trumpet.
Events
Next event: FALO performance: 29th March
Workshop Day Feb 2025
Our workshop day this year was a great success. Terrific to see so many strings raising the roof in Beethovens Eroica symphony!
We were also treated to a beautiful rendition of the Bruch violin concerto by Savannah Brown. A real priviledge to play with such a talented musician.
