Wirksworth Area Community Orchestra (WACO) was established in September 1983, and has been active ever since. We are a group of over thirty people who enjoy making music in the company of like-minded folk, currently rehearsing in the Parish Rooms, St. Mary's Gate (next door to St. Mary's Church) in Wirksworth, Derbyshire. We have full orchestra rehearsals every other Thursday during term time, with String or Wind/Brass sectional rehearsals on some alternate Thursdays.
We play a wide variety of music, from classical to modern, including music from shows and the big screen. At least once a term we put on an informal concert at a local venue, often joining with other local musicians or groups. Our aim is to provide an opportunity for people of all ages and musical standards to participate and enjoy themselves within an orchestral ensemble.
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LATEST NEWS
January 2012
Rehearsal schedule for the Spring 2012 term now online.
Following hectic Summer and Winter seasons in 2011, the orchestra has decided to take a break from performance this term (Spring 2012). This will give us a chance to work on our new repertoire, and come back to performance with renewed vigour in the summer.
New Players Welcome!
We are actively seeking new Strings players, particularly violinists. Our violin sections are low in numbers and we sometimes struggle to achieve the right musical balance with the well-staffed Wind and Brass sections. If you play the violin, or if you know someone who does, please get in touch - we'd love to hear from youTwitter and Facebook
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Over the last two years we have been grateful for financial support from:
Page updated: January 2012