Our Next Concert

Saturday 13 November 2010, 7.45pm:
November Concert - 2010/11 Season

The opening concert of the 10/11 season features Rimsky-Korsakov's dazzlingly orchestrated Scheherazade, a symphonic suite based on episodes from The Arabian Nights. The challenging violin solos will be played by our own leader, Tessa Welford. Another major work in the concert is Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 2 in C minor. One of the composer's most joyous works, it was successful on its premiere and was nicknamed the "Little Russian" because of the three Ukranian folk songs which feature throughout. The opening work in the concert, Verdi's overture "The Force of Destiny", will ensure a memorable start to the new season.

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Current News

Tuesday 20 July 2010:
New Brochure for FSO 2010 - 2011 Season Published

The brochure for the FSO's new season has been publishe...

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Wednesday 9 June 2010:
LATE CHANGE TO CONCERT PROGRAMME NEXT SATURDAY

The FSO has had to make a change to the programme for the concert next Saturda...

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Tuesday 20 April 2010:
John Forster returns as Guest Conductor for June Concert

The FSO is excited to welcome back John Forster as guest conductor for the fina...

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Celebrating 88 years of orchestral music-making

Orchestra

The Farnborough Symphony Orchestra serves the local community in North East Hampshire and is supported by organizations active in the district, including Rushmoor Borough Council and Slough Estates (the developers of the Farnborough Heritage Site). It aims to perform a varied programme of orchestral music to a high standard and provide its members with the opportunity to play a symphonic repertoire under a professional conductor.

Founded in 1922 as the Royal Aircraft Establishment Orchestral Society, it has a long history of performing in the local area and currently presents four concerts each season. Programmes often feature young soloists at the outset of their careers, or established artists.

Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings in Wesley Hall, Farnborough, Hampshire. Membership, subject to requirements, is open to all amateur players of Grade 8 standard or higher.

The F.S.O. is affiliated to "Making Music" and is a registered charity (number 293178) proudly supported by
Hampshire CC Rushmoor BC Slough Estates Princes Hall Making Music