About Us
Sheffield Chamber Orchestra was formed in 1950 and is a small classical orchestra of around 35 musicians, comprised of woodwind, horns, trumpets and percussion, in addition to the usual complement of strings.
Sheffield Chamber Orchestra is a registered charity and is financed mostly by ticket sales, subscriptions paid by the members themselves and kind donations by a loyal group of Friends of Sheffield Chamber Orchestra.
Press releases
New musical era for Sheffield orchestra
Sheffield, 15 October 2024 – International classical soloist Laurence Perkins has just been appointed as the Principal Conductor and Artistic... read more
15.10.2024 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
Sheffield Chamber Orchestra Appoints Laurence Perkins as Artistic Director
Sheffield, 3 October 2024 – Sheffield Chamber Orchestra is excited to announce the appointment of Laurence Perkins as its new Artistic Director.... read more
03.10.2024 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra