Canterbury Symphony Orchestra is a community orchestra, founded in 1953. We perform 3 concerts a year, at Colyer-Fergusson Hall at the University of Kent. Our members range from professional musicians to capable amateurs, enjoying musical performance with a passion.
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We rehearse every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm, at St Stephen's School, Hales Drive, Canterbury CT2 7AD.
Current membership: 99
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The Rest is Music
Sun, 6 Jul 2025Join the Canterbury Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of music, under the baton of Joe Davies, an up-and-coming, supremely talented conductor already making waves across the UK. With his ... more
Heavenly Life
Sun, 23 Nov 2025Join the Canterbury Symphony Orchestra for an evening of vibrant and expressive music, featuring two Romantic masterpieces. The concert opens with Weber’s First Clarinet Concerto, performed by Krish Parthiban, Canterbury ... more
The Planets
Sun, 29 Mar 2026The Canterbury Symphony Orchestra rounds off its season with a spectacular performance of Holst’s The Planets — one of the most iconic and exhilarating works in the orchestral repertoire. From ... more
