Membership
Philharmonic South West is a community (volunteer) orchestra which is renowned as open, inclusive and accessible.
Our primary aim is to provide an opportunity for people to learn and experience orchestral music.
For member players, the opportunity is to attend rehearsals, learning a concert program each term (same as the school term calendar). To round out the playing experience and provide an aim and challenge, PSW present and co-present concerts, usually, one at the end of each term. Concerts are in a range of settings and venues. Refer to our Poster File to get a sense of what concerts might look like. But remember, PSW is always trying new things.
For “non-playing” members we have our “Friends of the Orchestra” without whom concerts would not happen. Every organisation requires administration, funding and other management tasks. If you are interested in playing & supporting in other ways or supporting as a non-player, please contact us. We are sure to have a need in an area that you can contribute and which will grow our activities and help us to become more sustainable.
If you would like to join, please complete either the YOUTH_APPLICATION or ADULT_APPLICATION form and email to the Orchestra Manager (email address on the form) and provide payment of the relevant fee. Non-players should simply note this in the Music section of the form.
Player’s information:
Recommended minimum ability level Grade 5 AMEB
For rehearsals, please arrive no later than 6.00pm to setup and tune, rehearsal commences 6.15pm
Regular attendance is vital to the success of the orchestra. If you are unable to attend please forward your apologies to the Orchestra Manager
Music is provided and remains the property of Philharmonic South West. It must be returned after concerts
Dress code for Concerts: Black outfit no tie
Rehearsals are held on Monday evenings from 6:15 - 8:45pm in Bunbury at the Hay Park Community Hall, 135L Parade Rd, Withers WA 6230. New members welcome.