MCO Play All Together Now

Calling all adult, non-professional musicians!

If you've ever dreamed about playing with an orchestra… now’s your chance! Take part in workshops and sectionals with instrument experts, and play alongside MCO musicians in a fun final celebration. 

Saturday, May 15, 2027 
9am–2pm 
Prairie Theatre Exchange 
Program cost: $125 (early bird $110 until October 31!)
Registration opens October 1

Is MCO Play: All Together Now! for me? 

This program is for you if: 

  • You play an orchestral instrument – strings, winds, or brass. (If you play an instrument that is not traditionally in an orchestra and would like to participate, please get in touch!)

  • You can read music notation and an ensemble part for your instrument.

  • You own or have access to your instrument.

  • You are comfortable learning and practicing your part independently, while benefiting from additional coaching and practice tips.

What you'll play 

Repertoire will include movements of an original work, an arrangement of a classical favourite, and a popular tune! 

  • St. Paul’s Suite by Gustav Holst 

  • Ode to Joy from Symphony No. 9 by Ludwig van Beethoven 

  • All Together Now by The Beatles 

(Repertoire is subject to change. Alternate parts will be available to accommodate mixed abilities and our woodwind and brass friends.) 

Would you like to see example scores or parts for your instrument or schedule a call to find out if this program is right for you? Contact us! 

What to expect 

Registration is open from October 1, 2026 until January 2027 (exact date TBD). You'll receive your music in February, practice independently – with access to support and one-on-one coaching – from February through April, attend a sectional in early May, and then spend the big day, May 15, rehearsing and performing alongside MCO musicians!

Program timeline 

  • October 1, 2026 — Registration opens 

  • January 2027 — Registration closes 

  • February — Parts distributed 

  • February–April — Optional practice support and workshops 

  • Early May — Instrument sectionals 

  • May 15, 2027, 9am-2pm — MCO Play: All Together Now! 

May 15 rehearsal and concert schedule 

  • 8:45-9am — Optional body warm-up 

  • 9-9:30am — Coffee and personal warm-up in sectional rooms 

  • 9:30-11am — Instrument family sectionals 

  • 11-11:30am — Break 

  • 11:30am-12:30pm — Full orchestra rehearsal 

  • 12:30-1:15pm — Lunch provided 

  • 1:30-2pm — Casual mini-concert for friends, family, and community supporters!