This page offers an FAQ for current members and the full rehearsal schedule for the current season.

FAQ and tips for current members

Pay dues

Orchestra membership dues are $35/concert. Please add a note indicating ‘for dues’ in the form.

Can I show up to the first rehearsal of a new concert or do I need to register first?

Unfortunately, we cannot accept walk-ins. Even if you’ve played a past concert or have paid your dues for the entire year, you must still confirm your attendance for each concert you play with the Orchestra Personnel Manager.

The personnel manager reaches out to members through email prior to each concert for participation confirmation.

Where can I pay dues?

Membership dues are $35/concert or a reduced rate of $125/year.

You can pay your dues online here. Please add a note indicating “For dues” in the form.

If you prefer to pay in person, you can pay the GCCO Treasurer Anne Zavaglia by cash or check during rehearsal.

What is this season’s rehearsal schedule?

The rehearsal schedule is listed below.

What do I need to bring to rehearsal?

Please bring your designated music folder and a pencil (and your instrument, of course!) to take very light notes in your music during rehearsals.

When do I return the music?

Please leave your entire music folder with all of your music on your chair or in the bin in the storage room after each concert. It is very important that you do not take your music with you after the concert, as GCCO must pay fines for rented music that is returned late.

What is the concert dress?

Black pants/slacks/skirts and black shirts/blouses. Those wearing pants or slacks should be sure to wear black socks.

It’s a snow day. Is rehearsal cancelled?

All members will be emailed to confirm a cancelled rehearsal in the case of inclement weather, such as a Level 2 Snow Emergency.

2026-2027 Rehearsal Schedule

All concerts are programmed for about an hour of music.

FALL CONCERT I 2026: Red Revolution

October 4, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

  • Monday, August 24, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, Autust 31, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, September 7, NO Rehearsal (Labor Day)

  • Monday, September 14, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, September 21, 7-9 p.m.

  • Friday, September 25, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, September 28, 7-9 p.m.

  • Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m-12 p.m.

  • Concert: Sunday, October 4 at 7:00 p.m.

FALL CONCERT II 2026: Odyssey

November 22, 2026 at 7 p.m.

  • Monday, October 12, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, October 19, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, October 26, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, November 2, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, November 9, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, November 16, 7-9 p.m.

  • Saturday, November 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

  • Concert: Sunday, November 22 at 7 p.m.

WINTER CONCERT 2027: English Breakfast

February 7, 2027 at 7:00 PM

  • Monday, January 4, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, January 11, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, January 18, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, January 25, 7-9 p.m.

  • Friday, January 29, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, February 1, 7-9 p.m.

  • Saturday, February 6, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

  • Concert: Sunday, February  7 at 7 p.m.

SPRING CONCERT I 2027: Eastern Echos

April 4, 2027 at 7 p.m.

  • Monday, February 22, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, March 1, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, March 8, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, March 15, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, March 22, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, March 29, 7-9 p.m.

    Saturday, April 3, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

  • Concert: Sunday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

SPRING CONCERT II 2027: Collaborative Performance with Capriccio

May 16, 2027 7:00 PM

*Ad hoc rehearsals likely to be added, as needed based on Capriccio availability

  • Monday, April 5, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, April 12, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, April 19, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, April 26, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, May 3, 7-9 p.m.

  • Monday, May 10, 7-9 p.m.

  • Saturday, May 15, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

  • Concert: Sunday, May 16 at 7 p.m.