The Saffron Walden Orchestral Society also oversees the Saffron Walden Children’s Orchestra (SWCO).

Children’s Courses

Easter Course: 7 - 8th April 2026

9.30am – 3.30pm 

Summer Course: 27th – 30th July 2026,

9:30am – 3:30pm

Saffron Walden Children’s Orchestra (SWCO) is a training orchestra for young musicians living in and around Uttlesford. 

We welcome all young orchestral instrumentalists who are playing to a standard of grade 1 to 5 and who want to have fun learning how to play in an orchestra.

Our courses help children to develop as musicians and to enjoy learning how to play with others in a large ensemble. We usually play some classical as well as light repertoire. Children also work together with section coaches, and then on the final day all join together to perform as an orchestra. Our gallery below has some recent images of the children’s orchestra.

All courses take place at Saffron Walden County High School.

If you have a question, please contact the SWCO administrator at swco@saffronsymphony.org. Or complete the form below and we’ll get back to you.

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SWCO Course in action.