+ Portobello Orchestra

‘Began in 1973 as an evening class at Kensington Adult Education Institute ... In June 2000 the orchestra became an independent registered charity and since then has managed its affairs through a committee elected by the members ... There are no auditions for membership. Some sections of the orchestra are over subscribed ... The easiest way to join us is to come to a rehearsal ... The Portobello Orchestra ... meets weekly in term time for rehearsals ... and gives three or four public concerts a year. The distinctive ethos of the orchestra is its friendliness and openness to all who are enthusiastic about playing music, including those with limited experience of orchestral playing.’