It has been a truly exciting year for Wymondham Symphony Orchestra, and as they gear up for the final event of the 2024-2025 season in June, there is much to celebrate.

The orchestra went “on tour” for their Spring concert in March, travelling to Ely Cathedral to play Verdi’s Requiem to a sell-out crowd alongside Ely Choral Society and Grantham Choral Society. Garnering several 5-star reviews, the magical experience displayed the high calibre of Wymondham’s music scene to a broad audience. A special mention must go to President Adrienne Cleary, whose energetic work on the bass drum made several audience members jump during the Dies Irae!

Looking ahead to the summer, save the date 28 June 2025! The orchestra will be performing Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6, "Pathétique" alongside Liszt Rákóczi March and Dvo?ák Cello Concerto in B minor (for which they are delighted to welcome back soloist Ben Rogerson). It will be a bittersweet event because it will be the last concert with their Musical Director of the last 20+ years: Andrew Parnell. Please join them to make this summer concert a night to remember! Tickets are available online or at the Wymondham Abbey shop. There will also be some availability on the door, but we encourage you to purchase tickets in advance to beat the queues. Prices are £15, Friends of the WSO £13 and under 18s are free.

Want to get involved? We’re a friendly group playing fantastic symphony repertoire with regular rehearsals at Central Hall in the heart of Wymondham. If you’re interested in joining the orchestra, we’d love to hear from you. In particular, we’re on the lookout for viola (grade 7 or above), double bass, trombones, and percussion players. More details about the orchestra and how to join can be found here.