Durham University Hill Orchestra is one of the main orchestras at Durham University. It is unique in terms of its
total inclusivity – the orchestra is completely non-auditioned and welcomes orchestral players of any level and
experience. DUHO enjoys a relaxed and friendly approach to tackling exciting concert repertoire, ranging from
classic film scores such as The Empire Strikes Back, E.T. and The Lord of the Rings to orchestral greats, including
Schubert’s ‘Unfinished’ Symphony and Sibelius’ Finlandia.
With a history of passionate and inspiring conductors, great concert opportunities in beautiful venues, yearly tours
and fun and imaginative socials, DUHO offers the perfect way to keep the pleasure of orchestral music-making alive
at Durham University.
Upcoming Concerts
A Night at the Musicals
North Road Methodist Church
Hill Orchestra presents A Night at the Musicals – an evening filled with the slow, reflective ballads of Les Misérables, and the joyful and catchy tunes of Guys and Dolls and West Side Story.
We want our audience to sit down, relax and bop in time to the beat!
Doors open at 19:15 and the concert will finish by 20:30. Hope to see you there!
Don't miss out! Tickets are available online through the link below:
Welcome to Durham University Hill Orchestra! As Durham's only university-wide,
non-auditioned orchestra, we pride ourselves on producing high standard performances
whilst maintaining a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere for everyone. We perform a wide
range of music from film and TV scores to traditional concert favourites. We also enjoy
shining a light on lesser known composers and have even performed premiers of Durham
student compositions.
With termly concerts, regular socials and the possibility of an annual tour, even if
you haven't picked up your instrument in a while, come and give Hill Orchestra a try!
We are commited to providing you with the best possible experience so follow us on our
social media pages to stay up to date with all our plans for the year and keep an eye
out for our stand at the University's Fresher's Fair. Feel free to send us an
email if you have any questions about who we are or what we do.
We can't wait to meet you!
Lucy
Our Conductor
Isabel Gilchrist-Miller
I’m a 2nd year Maths student from Van Mildert and I’ll be conducting DUHO in 2022/2023. As conductor, I’d love you to become a member and help us produce some fantastic music together.
When not conducting, I’ll likely be found up a rock-climbing wall or performing in one of the various Durham dance societies!
Join Us
If you're thinking of joining us, get in touch via email or message us on Facebook. If
you want to become a member on a permanent basis, membership of The Hill Orchestra is
available to anyone at Durham University and gives you access to discounted Hill
Orchestra merchandise and recognition of your hard work in our concert programmes as
well as enabling us to buy more high quality music to perform.
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Lucy Clennell
Nadia Hussain
Isabel Drugan
Jess Donaldson
Alex Chudasama
Isabel Gilchrist-Miller
Daisie Houlden
Chris Larkin
Sarah Price