Founded in April 2003, the Orchestra of the City consists of amateur but well-trained musicians, and plays to a high standard.
The current Musical Director is Chris Hopkins, who took over the role from Ben Bayl in 2009.
The orchestra performs large works with recent notable performances including the Premiere of Christopher Gunning's Guitar Concerto with Craig Ogden, Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.
Orchestra of the City celebrated its 10th anniversary in July 2013 with a performance of Berstein's Overture to Candide, Chausson's Poème Op.
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