University of Aberdeen Symphony Orchestra

University of Aberdeen Symphony Orchestra

Comprising instrumentalists from the Music Department and across the University, the Symphony Orchestra is one of Aberdeen’s leading ensembles. We aspire to be a flagship orchestra for the northeast of Scotland, performing a wide range of repertoire including classical and romantic favourites, forgotten masterpieces, and brand new works by living composers. Our first concert this year will be on 6 December in Aberdeen’s Music Hall and takes as its theme music inspired by Greek mythology. The programme will include Debussy’s Prélude à L’après-midi d’un faune alongside works by Beethoven, Offenbach and Augusta Holmès. 

How to join: Auditions will be held on Friday 22 September. For more information and to sign up for an audition, please click here.

Rehearsals: We rehearse every Monday evening from 7.00 to 9.30 in King’s Pavilion, starting on 25 September. 

Contact details: If you have any questions about the Orchestra, please email our conductor, Professor Chris Collins: chris.collins@abdn.ac.uk.