About the orchestra
The Halifax Symphony Orchestra is one of the UK’s oldest non-professional orchestras. Established in 1882, the Orchestra is looking forward to 2026/27 with confidence and optimism.
Members from all walks of life, within Calderdale and other West Yorkshire areas including Huddersfield, Bradford, Wakefield and Leeds share a passion for playing music together. The players are variously teachers, semi-professionals and retired professionals along with a positive group of dedicated amateurs.
Halifax Orchestral Society is a registered charity 1069486 in England and Wales.
News
Our next concert will be at
3:00pm on Saturday 21st November 2026 at the Central Methodist Church, Brighouse
Do you play an instrument and would you like to play in the orchestra?
We urgently need a Trombone. Bass Trombone and Violin players
We have vacancies in all string sections - Violin, Viola and Double Bass.
Please e-mail The Leader
Halifax Orchestral Society is a registered charity 1069486 in England and Wales.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO FIND OUT ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE ORCHESTRA?
Concerts
Next concert
Saturday 21st November 2026 at 3:00pm
Central Methodist Church, Brighouse
A Hero’s Journey
Halifax Orchestral Society is a registered charity 1069486 in England and Wales.
Future Concerts
Sunday 7th March 2027 at 3:00 pm – Victoria Theatre, Halifax
The French Connection
Sorcerer’s Apprentice – Dukas
Cello Concerto No1 – Saint-Saens
Symphonie Fantastique – Berlioz
Sunday 16th May 2027 at 3:00 pm – Victoria Theatre, Halifax
Movie Matinee
A programme of film music
Halifax Orchestral Society is a registered charity 1069486 in England and Wales.
Ticket Information
Tickets for "A Hero's journey" can be obtained on the night, at the Central Methodist Church at:
Commercial Street
Brighouse
HD6 1AQ
or online at eventbrite
