Ensembles
Performing music with others provides a unique opportunity to be part of a diverse musical community of orchestras, bands and groups. Being a member of a city ensemble helps young musicians to build their confidence and develop social skills. Learning and making music alongside others encourages progress and supports greater musicianship. Performing in concerts and tours, young musicians proudly represent their city — locally, nationally and across the world — making a positive contribution to their communities. We take safeguarding extremely seriously. For ensembles delivered by Southampton Music Services, the lead hub partner, please click here to read their safeguarding policy.
Brass Bands
Jazz Groups
Orchestras
Percussion
Rock Bands
String Groups
Guitar Groups
Wind Bands
Digital and Other Groups
Joining an ensemble
Lower tier ensembles welcome new members all year round. Get in touch to arrange a visit to a rehearsal.
Middle and upper tier ensembles welcome new members throughout the year, but may be subject to an audition. Get in touch to find out more.
Vacancies for 2024:
Airplay - clarinet although happy to take more of all instruments
SYBB - 2 cornets, 1 flugel horn, 3 baritones, 1 euphonium, 1 trombone, 1 bass trombone, 1 Eb tube, 2 Bb tuba
SYO - 2 bassoon, 1 oboe, 1 bass trombone, violas, cello, double bass
SYWB - 1 bassoon, 2 French horns, 1 percussion, 1 tuba
Elgar - violas, double bass
Groove Merchant - 1 vocalist
Los Twangolitos - acoustic and classical players, 2 bass guitar
Twango - classical players
SYCS - trombone, percussion, all strings especially double bass
Music Production Collective, Girls Make Music, Flow and Mix’Zine are free, and open to new participants all year round.
Rehearsal Dates
You can find a calendar of rehearsal dates for each ensemble on each group's page.
