Our immensely popular Winter Workshops have become an annual fixture in many local musicians' calendars. Our next event will be on Saturday 3 January 2026 when we will rehearse and informally perform Elgar's majestic Symphony No. 1. Places are available for string players (woodwind / brass / percussion by invitation).​​​

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Edward Elgar:  Symphony No. 1

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Conductor: John Beswick

Leader: David Burton

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Venue:  Reigate Park Church, Park Lane East, Reigate RH2 8BD

Date: Saturday 3 January 2026, 10am - 6pm, with informal performance at 5pm

Cost: free for orchestra members, £25 for non-members to help cover costs (£15 for students)

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Approximate timetable:

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Morning session (strings / woodwind / horns): 

10.00 - 11.10 full rehearsal

11.10 - 11.30 break and refreshments

11.30 - 12.20 sectionals

12.30 - 1.00 full rehearsal

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1.00 - 2.00 lunch. Recommended to bring your own lunch, as the shops are a 10-15 minute walk away

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Afternoon session (full): 

2.00 - 3.15 full rehearsal

3.15 - 3.30 break

3.30 - 4.30 full rehearsal

4.30 - 5.00 break and refreshments

5.00 - 6.00 informal performance. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Suggested donation: £10

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Parts are available on IMSLP 

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To apply to participate, please email us at  orchestraenq@redhillsinfonia.org.uk

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