When, where and at what time are rehearsals?
Rehearsals are held about every two weeks during term time on Monday evenings. Please arrive any time after 7:30 in order to being playing at 7:45pm. We aim to finish promptly at 9:30pm.
They are held either at Byron House (Junior School) of St John's College School, 63 Grange Road, Cambridge, CB3 9AA or in the Music Hall at King's College School on West Road, Cambridge, CB3 9DN. Final details are also be circulated in information emails - see the sign-up form below.
The Autumn 2019 rehearsals are at St John's College School on the following Monday evenings:
And we will have two additional rehearsals at the Perse School on the following Sunday afternoons:
And our Autumn Concert is on Sunday, 1st December at 7pm.
They are held either at Byron House (Junior School) of St John's College School, 63 Grange Road, Cambridge, CB3 9AA or in the Music Hall at King's College School on West Road, Cambridge, CB3 9DN. Final details are also be circulated in information emails - see the sign-up form below.
The Autumn 2019 rehearsals are at St John's College School on the following Monday evenings:
- 16 September
- 30 September
- 14 October
- 28 October
- 11 November
- 18 November
And we will have two additional rehearsals at the Perse School on the following Sunday afternoons:
- 24 November
- 1 December
And our Autumn Concert is on Sunday, 1st December at 7pm.
What standard do I need to be?
We do not require members to audition, however we recommend a Grade 6 or higher to meet the demands of the repertoire.
We expect members to practise their parts between rehearsals to achieve rewarding performances and constant improvement.
We ask members to maintain high standards of timeliness, orchestral discipline and respect during rehearsals.
We do not require members to audition, however we recommend a Grade 6 or higher to meet the demands of the repertoire.
We expect members to practise their parts between rehearsals to achieve rewarding performances and constant improvement.
We ask members to maintain high standards of timeliness, orchestral discipline and respect during rehearsals.
How much does it cost?
Current subscription fees are £20 per term/£50 for the year. Potential new members are welcome to attend a rehearsal prior to making any financial commitment. Concessionary membership fees are available to those who are not in a position to pay. Please use the contact form to request this.
Do I need to bring anything to rehearsals?
Please bring a music stand with you - and your enthusiasm!
How do I join?
For more information on joining or to discuss any aspect of KJO, please look at our About/Joining page and then complete our Contact form.
Is there car parking?
At St John's College School there is normally parking in front of Byron House.
At King's College School, you are welcome to park in the drive but please do not park in front of the school buildings.
Click to download a map of parking options, including on-street parking.
At King's College School, you are welcome to park in the drive but please do not park in front of the school buildings.
Click to download a map of parking options, including on-street parking.
