Thank you!
And new chair sponsorship initiative.
Dear Friends of the Rand Symphony Orchestra,
This is just a note to say thank you to all those who attended our youth concert on the 7th of June. It was well-attended and well-received. The soloists played beautifully.
We wanted to share some of the feedback with you, our supporters.
“I just want to express my utter gratitude for the once in a lifetime experience you and the orchestra have given me! It was unforgettable, and I am so happy to have worked with you all in creating beautiful music.”
“Ons wil net vreeslik baie dankie sê vir die fantastiese konsert gister. Elke aspek van die konsert was puik - die orkes, die teater, die pragtige stukke en die uiters indrukwekkend soliste!”
“Dit was ‘n ongelooflike voorreg om deel te kon wees van hierdie jaar se program. Die ervaring sal lewenslank bybly. Baie dankie vir alles wat jy en die orkes doen om die kinders te ontwikkel en te inspireer.”
“Ons hoop om weer in die toekoms deel te kan wees van hierdie besondere geleentheid.”
“Dankie vir julle moeite met die kinders dit was ‘n belewenis om na die Jong klomp te luister!”
Some of our soloists in action on the day!
Sponsor a chair initiative!
We are trialing a new initiative to off-set some of the expenses of putting on concerts. As you are probably aware, concerts cost a large amount to put on: buying or renting music, venue hire, conductor fees, soloist fees and concert master fees. As we are a voluntary organisation we rely heavily on donations and member fees.
We are inviting our supporters to sponsor a chair in the orchestra for R 1500 per concert. This would be a once-off donation. The money would go towards paying any extra players needed for the concert. Your name or business name would appear in our programme, highlighting which position you have contributed towards.
If you are feeling very generous we are also looking for sponsors for our professional soloists who perform with us. Here donations would need to be between R 5000 and R 10 000.
If a chair sponsorship is too large an amount, rest assured no donation is too small. If you would like to support us in any way please email chair@randsymphony.co.za for queries regarding donations and sponsorships.
The Rand Symphony Orchestra has PBO Status with SARS and is able to issue 18A Tax Certificates to donors above a certain threshold.
Upcoming concerts
Ticket sales usually open about a month before each concert. Keep an eye on our social media or sign up to this newsletter to be notified.
23 August 2026
Ettienne Roussouw Theatre, Sasolburg
Variety Concert
6 September 2026
Domus Dei Church Lawns, Macolm or Jean Roads, Blairgowrie
Picnic Concert (Variety)
15 November 2026
Gala Concert
Would you like to join the orchestra?
Do you play an orchestral instrument, minimum Gr 7 level, and would like to perform classical music under the guidance of a professional conductor and featuring professional soloists, young rising stars and excellent choirs?
If so, contact us: join@randsymphony.co.za
There are no auditions: prospective members attend rehearsals on a trial basis, to enable us to assess your abilities and you, your enjoyment of the orchestral experience. If successful, you will be invited to join the orchestra as a full member.
Rehearsals are on Tuesdays, 19h30-22h00, in Blairgowrie with a tea/coffee break. Concerts are typically on Saturdays or Sunday afternoon/evening, 4 to 6 times a year.
Please follow us on Facebook, visit our Website, and share our upcoming events with your friends. Your help is spreading the word about our concerts is truly invaluable. Thank you!
Rand Symphony Orchestra; NPC No. 2007/009475/08; PBO NO 930067324
DIRECTORS: Johan Köhler (Chair); Carel Johannes Christian Henn (Musical Director); Rebecca Jane Williams, Isabel Elise Bradley