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
“Where the Water Flows…” – A Season Opener to Remember
On Saturday 29 November 2025 , join Sheffield Chamber Orchestra (SCO) in All Saints Church, Ecclesall for a special concert celebrating the... read more
24.11.2025 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
Remembering Roger Hayward: A Concert Dedicated to a Remarkable Life
Sheffield Chamber Orchestra’s concert on 29 November will be dedicated to the memory of Roger Hayward, who passed away in October 2025 at the age... read more
17.11.2025 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
A Lifetime in Harmony: Sheffield Chamber Orchestra Celebrates 75 Years...
This year marks a remarkable milestone for Sheffield Chamber Orchestra — its 75th anniversary — and few can tell its story better than Mike... read more
10.11.2025 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
Turner Violins announced as 2025–26 Season Sponsor for Sheffield Chamber...
Sheffield Chamber Orchestra is delighted to announce Turner Violins , specialists in fine string instruments based in Beeston, Nottinghamshire,... read more
02.10.2025 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
Agincare Announced as Season Sponsor for Sheffield Chamber Orchestra...
Sheffield, UK – Sheffield Chamber Orchestra is proud to announce Agincare as its Season Sponsor for the 2025–26 concert season. The partnership... read more
19.08.2025 • By Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
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
