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. New applications for this vacancy are now closed and we hope to have a new conductor in place for the start of the Autumn term.
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.
Updates
News
The repertoire, notes and sound files for the Summer term have been released here
Diary
Dates released for autumn term hereVacancies
We are currently in need of all string players and a second trumpet.
Events
Next event: FALO performance and summer party: 12th July
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.
