Who are the Friends of Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra?
Any person or organisation who wishes to show their support of the Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra can become a Friend. Many of our Friends have supported us over many years, and their continuing contribution is particularly appreciated.
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Why become a Friend?
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra is self-funding through membership subscriptions, concert income and support from the Friends. We do not receive any support from local authorities. Support from the Friends is therefore vital in enabling us to perform classical music to a high standard.
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Benefits
A WPO Friend receives the following benefits:
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Newsletters and information updates from the Orchestra
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The option of being named in the concert programmes as a Friend
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£1 discount on a single ticket for each concert when purchased at the Box Office
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Invitations to occasional special functions
How do I become a Friend?
Membership of the Friends is an annually renewable subscription for the October-June concert season.
The suggested contribution is £20 for an individual, a couple or a household, or £40 for a business or commercial enterprise. However, we welcome any contribution from Friends, and these amounts are for guidance only.
Download a membership form here.
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Who are the Friends of Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra?
Any person or organisation who wishes to show their support of the Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra can become a Friend. Many of our Friends have supported us over many years, and their continuing contribution is particularly appreciated.
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Why become a Friend?
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra is self-funding through membership subscriptions, concert income and support from the Friends. We do not receive any support from local authorities. Support from the Friends is therefore vital in enabling us to perform classical music to a high standard.
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Benefits
A WPO Friend receives the following benefits:
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Newsletters and information updates from the Orchestra
-
The option of being named in the concert programmes as a Friend
-
£1 discount on a single ticket for each concert when purchased at the Box Office
-
Invitations to occasional special functions
How do I become a Friend?
Membership of the Friends is an annually renewable subscription for the October-June concert season.
The suggested contribution is £20 for an individual, a couple or a household, or £40 for a business or commercial enterprise. However, we welcome any contribution from Friends, and these amounts are for guidance only.
Download a membership form here.
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High quality music making since 1948
Founder Music Director Herbert Lodge
President Alissa Firsova
Music Director Dominic Grier
Assistant Conductor Peter Lewis
Composer in Residence Ansel Chaloner-Hughes
Chorus Master Aedan Kerney MBE
WPO PLAYERS
Players
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Violin 1
Rebecca Bell, Leader
Ella Fuller, Sub-Leader
Rob Campkin, Co-Leader
Anita Beverton
Michelle Willis
Rachel Purdie
Max Generowicz
Hester Barron
Nicola McGinty
Katie Hoad-Hitchings
Kirsten Cowan
Ellie Purvis
Rebecca Cook
Susan Best
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Music Director Dominic Grier
Assistant Conductor Peter Lewis
Chorus Master Aedan Kerney MBE
Composer-in-Residence Ansel Chaloner-Hughes
Leaders Rebecca Bell, Cathal Garvey (2025-26 Season)
Associate Guest Leader Simon Hewitt Jones
Violin 2
Claire Martindale, Principal
Eva Smith, Sub Principal
Marie Phillips
Zoe Peate
David Holmes
Janet Mansfield
Valerie Will
Jackie Inverdale
Nerys John
Jenny Barna
Barney Jeffries
Chris Dack
Margaret Campkin
Janet Derricott
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Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra
Viola
Connall Gleeson, Principal
Elizabeth Rook, Co-Principal
Elizabeth Lupton
Sarah Bridgland
Katrina Miller
Barry Cranford
Lynda Bartram
Elaine Threllfal
Melanie Gambrill
Jonathan Reeves
Daniel Munt
Samuel Ainsley
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Double Bass
Luke Haydn, Principal
Chris Ide
Rollo Sheldon
Claire Wake
Roy Taylor
Hannah Jones
Jane Healey
Malcolm Healey
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Cello
Racheol Datseris, Principal
Andy Fryer, Principal
Laura Elliot
Milly Gill
Natasha Hale
Ashok Nikapota
Tonia Thornber
Ruth Grundy
Annette Williamson
Georgina Thomasson
Rachel Robertson
Lindsey Scott
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Trombones
Francis Minchin, Principal
Mark Trewin, Co-Principal
Charles Hancock
Nick Brion (Bass Trombone)
Trumpets
Graham Paul, Principal
Charlie Harrington, Co-Principal
Olie Moore
Paul Villeneuve
Bethany Sullivan
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Horns
John Peskett, Principal
Peter Lewis, Co-Principal
Natasha Witts
Keith Tellick
Katherine Mabey
Tubas
David Hush, Co-Principal
Sean Byrne
Ben Miller
Oboes
Clare Thornton-Wood, Principal
Penny Atkins, Co-Principal
Iona Walker (Cor Anglais)
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Flutes
Marion Peskett, Principal
Paul Dorrell, Principal
Lorna Denman (Piccolo)
Clarinets
Julie Schofield, Principal
Joe Reed, Co-Principal
Lindsay Jeffrey
Gordon Egerton (Bass Clarinet)
Bassoons
Neil Allen, Principal
Kerry Fogwill, Co-Principal
William Mills
Anna Macken
Contra Bassoon
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Alison Wathey, Principal
Timpani
Alonso Mendoza, Principal
Laura Kjærgaard-Grier
Percussion
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Ethan Cook
Matthew Ide
Annie Walter
Laura Kjærgaard-Grier
Harps
Heather Wrighton, Principal
Alex Rider
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Piano/Celesta/Organ
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Ansel Chaloner-Hughes, Principal
Francis Minchin
Luke Haydn