
The Really Terrible Orchestra of Westchester
The Original NO-AUDITION Amateur Community Orchestra in Westchester
"All you need is an instrument and a pulse!"




The Really Terrible Orchestra of Westchester is a not-for-profit ensemble of musical amateurs who do not let rusty skills or fear of success get in the way of philharmonic fun. We are Westchester's splendid substandard symphony! Since 2009, we have been playing our music at various venues throughout Westchester: libraries, farmers’ markets, shopping malls, parks and senior communities.
Our mission is to share a love of music and the desire to improve our playing while having FUN! We provide a non-judgmental, all-inclusive ambiance for all who wish to have the unique experience of playing in a symphony orchestra under the baton of a professional conductor, Nathaniel Chase.
We are people with all different types of musical experiences. Some played in high school or college. Some are adult beginners who’ve only played a few years and others have not touched their instrument in decades. The members come from all walks of life and include students, people actively working in a variety of careers and retired individuals.
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Still not sure if the Really Terrible Orchestra is for you? Why not join us for one of our upcoming rehearsals, or listen to one of our concerts. Click here to view our calendar.
Our Current Repetoire
Overture to Don Giovanni - Mozart
Radetzky March - Strauss
Frühlingsstimmen Waltz - Strauss
The Pirates of Penzance - Sullivan
The Gladiator March - Sousa