Symphonia
- Symphonia: Give it a Go! Victoria Rooms Wednesday 16-09-2026 - 15:00 until Wednesday 16-09-2026 - 18:00
Symphonia: Give it a Go!
Are you a keen orchestral musician looking to continue your musical journey at Bristol? Symphonia might be the society for you! We have 2 full-size student-run orchestras: A part-auditioned Symphony Orchestra, and Philharmonic, which is the only un-auditioned full orchestra at the University (see below for more information). Our vibrant and talented family offers a fun and accessible musical environment full of socials, formals and close friendships. Join us on the 16th September in the Victoria Rooms for a fun afternoon of music making!!
Location: Victoria Rooms Auditorium
Our give it a go includes an opportunity to play alongside current members in a relaxed environment, with accessible but enjoyable repertoire. Any questions? Please contact bristolsymphonia@gmail.com or send us a message on Instagram!!
Note: Our close friends over at BUMS are running their GIAG from 12:00-15:00, please drop into ours afterwards for more fantastic music, we can't wait to meet you!
About our orchestras:
Symphonia Symphony Orchestra is the only full size student run orchestra at the university and is part-auditioned (unauditioned strings, however must be grade 8 standard) playing a wide variety of advanced orchestral music including large scale romantic and modern works, including film scores. Last year, this included Dvořák 7, Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals, Puccini’s Manon Lescaut, and the overture to The Wreckers by Ethel Smyth. The orchestra is a tight-knit, but welcoming family, and we encourage everyone to attend our regular socials, including post-rehearsal wind downs. We rehearse on Thursday evenings and perform at least three concerts per year. Our esteemed annual concerto and composition competitions also offer special opportunities for individual musicians to showcase their talent. Auditions will be held after the GIAG by our conductor and committee.
Symphonia Philharmonic Orchestra is the University’s only completely un-auditioned orchestra. No matter your instrumental proficiency or orchestral experience, we welcome you to perform musical favourites, in a relaxing, fun and easy-going environment. Our repertoire includes a wide range from classical and pop to famous film, theatre and video game music. Last year, this included selections from Star Wars, Bad Piggies, Moana, Respighi’s Pines of Rome and Mahler 1. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings and perform at least three concerts a year. In addition, we have many fun socials and often collaborate with other societies, allowing our members to meet new people and make friends through music. For a relaxed opportunity to play music and make friends, we’d love to see you at Symphonia’s Philharmonic Orchestra!
Not sure which orchestra is for you? Come along to both sessions and have a chat with us!
Venue/Timing
Venue : Victoria Rooms
Type: Give It A Go
Start Date: Wednesday 16-09-2026 - 15:00
End date: Wednesday 16-09-2026 - 18:00
Location
Contact Details
bristolsymphonia@gmail.com
Terms and Conditions
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Terms & Conditions
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General Terms and Conditions
- Bristol SU operates ticket purchasing for multiple events at venues across the city. These terms and conditions only apply where they are not superseded by an event promoter or a particular venue’s terms and conditions.
- We don't sell tickets through secondary ticket sites. Sometimes tickets are sold through partners, but this will be stated. A ticket purchased from secondary ticket sites or from ticket touts will not be valid, and Bristol SU accepts no liability for refunds.
- Admission to all events is subject to the restrictions employed by the host venue.
- Students must bring their University of Bristol UCard to every event they wish to attend for identification purposes – UCard ID is not valid as proof of age, for any event that is 18+ photo ID is also required. For members of the public, photo ID will be required (e.g., passport, driving licence, proof of age card).
- Re-admission is not typically allowed once you have attended an event, unless approved by the manager on duty.
- Right of admission is reserved by the venue management, and their decision is final. We have a zero-tolerance policy on Racism, Sexism, Ageism, Homophobia, Transphobia, Ableism, or any other form of discrimination. Harassment, aggression, or intimidating behaviour will not be tolerated.
- Your UCard is not transferrable – you cannot lend it to anyone else to get into the venue.
- All events are restricted to AGE 18+ unless specifically noted on the event page. All guests are required to provide proof of age if asked by the door staff, and entry can be refused without it. Bristol students who forget their UCard will also need proof of age. UK Law states that valid proof of age are valid passport, photo driving license or proof of age card such as PASS card bearing the PASS hologram.
- We may use the email address you provide when purchasing tickets to give you updates about your purchase, event details, or request feedback after the event.
Refunds
*** Please note that this is standard practice at every entertainments venue in the UK. ***
ALL TICKETS ARE NONREFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERRABLE. All sales are final. Refunds are not available on tickets once purchased, including those bought in error or in cases of illness or injury. However, refunds may be given in the following cases:
- The entire event is cancelled by the promoter or Bristol SU. Refunds are available to everyone who has purchased a ticket in advance.
- The event is postponed to another date which the ticket holder cannot attend. The ticket holder must opt in to a refund within 7 days of notification or before the event date, whichever is sooner.
- The main performing artist has cancelled or the event is significantly altered for reasons beyond our control, but the event still took place.
- Refunds will only be considered in exceptional circumstances.
In all instances, the duty manager’s decision will be final.
Day Trips
- The event has sold out, and there is a waiting list. In this instance, refunds may be given and the tickets resold to people on the waiting list. We do not operate this system for events other than Day Trips.
Transfer Policy
- All tickets for Bristol SU events are non-transferrable and are assigned exclusively to your account.
- In instances where buying multiple tickets is available then you may send your ticket to a trusted friend to use on your behalf. Our systems detect duplicate tickets, so only send your ticket to one person to avoid them being turned away.
- Do not buy from secondary ticket outlets, as it is usually a scam.
Physical Ticket Replacements
- For events with physical tickets or wristbands, it is the responsibility of the individual purchaser to keep their ticket/wristband safe once collected. Replacement tickets will not be issued in the event of loss or damage, and will need to be repurchased.
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- During events, the SU may broadcast live, take photographs, or record videos to be used for SU marketing and editorial purposes. Media may appear on the SU website, social media, and other publications.
- If you have concerns about appearing in photographs, film, or live broadcasts, please contact bristolsu-marketing@bristol.ac.uk in advance, and we will do our best to comply with your wishes.
Accessibility
- All of our venue accessibility information can be found here
COVID-19
- You should not attend events if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or are feeling unwell.
