Welcome to the RFDO Website

Launched in January 1993, the Royal Forest of Dean Orchestra is a lively and friendly ensemble, which meets on Thursday nights at Newnham Primary School (click here for map). The Orchestra comprises amateur musicians from all parts of the county as well as the Forest of Dean and South Wales.
The orchestra performs exciting orchestral music and specialises in concerto performances from young talented Gloucestershire musicians.
The Orchestra is continuing to expand and would like to hear from interested musicians.

Where We Rehearse

The Royal Forest of Dean orchestra meet every Thursday evening during school term times for a 2 hour rehearsal. Rehearsals take place at the Newnham Primary School hall and start at 7:30pm, finishingg at approximately 9:30pm.

New Members Welcome

The RFDO welcome new members. If you are interested joining or would like to come along to rehearsals,  please contact Liz Pritchard or Rob Gordon.

Next Concert:

Date: 30th June 2012 at 7:30pm

Venue: Newland  Church

Featuring:

Sibelius belshazzar’s Feast

Bruch’s Violin Concerto in G minor

 Sibelius Symphony No. 3

Conductor: Thomas Payne

Soloist:         Elin White of Gloucester

Leader:         Rosalind Taunton