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About the Orchestra

The Summerhill Orchestra, established in 2017 under the direction of conductor Sarah John, brings together a dynamic blend of seasoned professionals and enthusiastic amateurs in the heart of downtown Toronto.

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Led by the passionate and visionary Sarah John, the Summerhill Orchestra is more than just a traditional ensemble—it’s a community of musicians dedicated to sharing the joy of orchestral music with audiences far and wide.

From classical favourites to contemporary gems, the Summerhill Orchestra’s performances are a celebration of artistic expression and musical diversity. With each concert, they strive to create memorable experiences that resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds.

Beyond the stage, the Summerhill Orchestra is deeply committed to community engagement, educational initiatives, and collaboration with local artists and organizations. Through these efforts, they aim to make orchestral music accessible and inclusive for everyone in the Greater Toronto Area.

Auditions
Auditions are ongoing and can be booked by contacting us at summerhillorchestra@gmail.com.

Rehearsals
Rehearsals are held Monday nights from 7:30-10:00 pm
Our rehearsal and concert  location is The Church of the Messiah at the corner of Avenue Rd and Dupont.

Fees
Successful applicants will be required to pay a yearly fee of $225 for participation in rehearsals/performances.

The Musicians

Violin 1
Natalie Wong**
Emma Burke-Kleinman
Rafael Goldchain
Lhasa Green
Katie Grundy
Jeanine Mollineau
Peter Smith***
Eric Watson
Jeff Worden

Eric Diller

Violin 2
Jillian Yang*
Kirsten Bielefeld
Sara Cowan
Joseph Lee
Alexa MacDougall
Hayden Wong

Tina Kresse

Viola
Sarah de Niverville*
Ivanka Ivicevic
Velma Ko
Imogen Stone
Nao Yamamoto
 

Cello
Michael Wong*
Alejandra Diaz Varela
Adrian Lee
Anita Levin
Joan Moss
Lee Whitehorne

Bass
Ian Werker*
Kirk Shibley

Flute
Kimberley Schemeit*
Deborah Thomson

 


Oboe
Selina Langfeldt*
Marci Schwarz

 


Clarinet
Emerald Sun*
Jennifer Bucci

 


Bassoon
Yu-Chen Dai*
Reshawn Walcott

French Horn
Chris Buchner*
Duncan Andrews
Rebecca Davies
Derek Ellis

 


Trumpet
Claire Dossantos*
Jesse Malone

Trombone
Rob Tilley*
Don Gauthier
Brian Tran (bass)

 


Tuba
William Wilcox

 


Timpani and Percussion
Bruce Reid*

 


**concertmaster
*principal
*** on leave
+ interim principal

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Sarah John, Artistic Director/Conductor

Summerhill Orchestra
2350 Dundas Street West #220
Toronto, ON
M6P4B1 Canada

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