Orchestra of the Eastern Shore

2008-09 Season

Holiday Performances

The Orchestra of the Eastern Shore will participate in the Onancock Christmas tour on Saturday, Dec.13, providing music for homes on the tour, as well as performing from 6:30 to 7 p.m. in the Season for Sharing concert at Cokesbury Church on Saturday.

Members of the orchestra will give a recital of string chamber music by 18th century American composers Johann Peter, John Antes and Benjamin Franklin on Friday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. The concert will be held in Onancock at Ker Place, a historic house museum dating from the time when such works would likely have been played. Call 757-787-8012 for information and reservations.

New players are always welcome.

Location: Onancock, Virginia
Music Director: Dr. Peter Dundon

The Orchestra of the Eastern Shore is an intergenerational community orchestra, primarily string players but now with expanding woodwinds and brass sections. Presently there are about 18 orchestra members whose musical experience ranges from relative beginner to lifelong player.

Public performances are held several times during the year and often feature soloists, either orchestra members or guest musicians. In addition, the orchestra rehearses and performs at local nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and at holiday festivals.

The orchestra welcomes new members, winds as well as string players. Scholarships are available for lessons on orchestral instruments to beginning students who wish to join the orchestra. Contact us to inquire about joining.

How Do I Join? Learn about players, rehearsals, and repertoire in our Members section.
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