Welcome to the Leatherhead Orchestra - a community orchestra founded in 1954 and going strong 70 years later.

We are a friendly amateur orchestra made up of enthusiastic members from the Surrey area who play together on Wednesday evenings from 8-10 pm during term time at the Leatherhead Institute.

We welcome players of all standards, and our goal is to play for pleasure, while improving as we do so. There are no auditions and if you can sight read fairly well you will find that the 10–12 week term gives plenty of time to get to grips with the music.

Our repertoire includes classical and film music, plus seasonal favourites. We sometimes invite guest performers as part of our three end-of-term concerts, led by our conductor Anthony Bonello. The free concerts celebrate our achievements and are followed by delicious food and drink and a raffle for everyone in attendance.

If you’re considering playing in an amateur orchestra, please come and give us a try. Maybe you’ve taken out an instrument that you used to play and are discovering your music memory, or maybe you’re learning a new instrument and are looking to play with others. Whatever the reason, you’ll find that playing in an orchestra will enhance both your learning and enjoyment. We invite those who’ve never played in an orchestra to experience how much fun it is.  We’re currently looking for more violins, violas, brass and percussion, but all instruments are welcome.

Email us at the address below to let us know who you are. You’ll be glad you did – we’re a nice orchestra to be a part of and we look forward to meeting you.

membership@leatherheadorchestra.co.uk