What is the London Classical Orchestra?

The London Classical Orchestra is a flexible ensemble formed of professional musicians, conservatoire students, and experienced amateur players, performing major classical works in London.

Who plays in the orchestra?

The orchestra includes professional musicians from leading UK orchestras, advanced conservatoire students, and skilled amateur players from across London.

What music does the London Classical Orchestra perform?

The orchestra performs major classical repertoire including works by Bach, Handel, Mozart, Haydn, Vivaldi, Purcell, Debussy, and other classical composers.

Does the orchestra perform with the London Classical Choir?

Yes, the orchestra regularly performs alongside the London Classical Choir in large-scale concerts, including charity performances such as the Concert for the Homeless.

What is the Concert for the Homeless?

The Concert for the Homeless is a large annual performance featuring the London Classical Choir and Orchestra, raising funds for homeless charities and often including livestreamed audiences.

Where does the orchestra perform?

The orchestra performs in London concert venues and churches, including performances in Primrose Hill and other major local venues.

Can musicians join the London Classical Orchestra?

Musicians interested in playing with the orchestra can contact the musical director to enquire about opportunities. Places are offered to experienced and advanced-level players.

Is the orchestra professional?

The London Classical Orchestra is a mixed-level ensemble combining professional musicians with advanced students and experienced amateur players.

London Classical Orchestra - professional and amateur north London orchestra

London Classical Orchestra

North London orchestra
for professionals, college players,
& talented amateurs

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About Us

The London Classical Orchestra, leader Regan Crowley, was formed by Matthew Watts in 2019, and is made up of professionals from orchestras including the BBCSO, and players from some of the capital’s top conservatoires and amateur bands. Once a year the group (which plays at A440 pitch) stages a Concert for the Homeless, performing alongside the London Classical Choir, raising thousands of pounds for charity. Repertoire has included JS Bach’s Violin Concerto in E Major (soloist Kryštof Kohout), Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, Debussy’s Danse Sacrée et Danse Profane (harpist Vicky Lester, BBCSO), Handel’s Messiah, Haydn’s Creation, Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto (soloist Jonathan Parkin, BBCSO) and Requiem, Purcell’s opera Dido & Aeneas and Vivaldi’s Concerto for Two Trumpets and Four Seasons (soloist Alessandro Cannizzaro, Philharmonia). If you are interested in playing with us please contact us here.

London Classical Orchestra and Choir Concert for the Homeless applause

London Classical Orchestra and Choir Concert for the Homeless double bass