Musicians

Group photo of the members of the Putnam Symphony Orchestra for the Spring 2019 concert.

Call for Musicians

We are always looking to fill out our orchestra with some much needed musicians. The orchestra needs string instruments... especially cellos and violins. We are also looking for bassoon, bass clarinet, trombone, baritone, and percussion players.

If you play other instruments than the ones above, and are interested in joining, please contact us also.

Operating Principles

The orchestra maintains a schedule that includes anywhere from 8 to 10 rehearsals, plus a dress rehearsal, prior to each regularly scheduled performance. The rehearsals are for the benefit of the musicians as well as the benefit of the orchestra as a whole. As a practical matter, it is not expected that every musician will be able to attend every rehearsal. Musicians are, however, asked to attend at least 75% of the rehearsals. If a rehearsal must be missed, musicians are asked to notify the conductor before hand so that the rehearsal can be planned around the absence.
Musicians that perform with the orchestra are, with the possible exception of guest soloists and on other rare occasions, volunteers. Professionals who perform with the orchestra do so without compensation.
Because the orchestra relies on the help of volunteers for its daily activities, rehearsals, and performances, all members and supporters of the orchestra are encouraged to assist, if possible, in activities that are related to preparation for, set up, and break down for rehearsals and concerts. As a group working together, the work load is light.
THE BASIC PURPOSE OF THE ORCHESTRA IS TO ENJOY MUSIC WHILE FULFILLING THE GROUP'S MISSION TO BROADEN THE CULTURAL HORIZONS OF THE COMMUNITY.