Philadelphia
Community
Orchestra

The Philadelphia Community Orchestra (PCO) is an eclectic instrumental ensemble open to all ages and skill levels—no previous musical experience is required. The PCO focuses on experimental, improvised, and alternative music-making for the Philadelphia Community. Repertoire includes rare and underperformed music of the past, graphic and text scores, group improvisations, and works specifically composed for the PCO. There are bi-weekly rehearsals on Saturday afternoons at The Church of Saint Luke & The Epiphany, 330 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 and there two concerts per year. The only requirements for prospective members are that they bring their own instrument, commit to attending rehearsals, and foster a collaborative spirit and open mind. Participants who are under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Interested in joining? Please fill out this interest form and we will be in touch.

Announcing The PCO Composers Workshop!

We will begin with three weekly meetings, July 15, 22, and 19, 2025, 7pm-9pm. We will meet at The Church of Saint Luke & The Epiphany, 330 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

Are you a composer looking for community and feedback? Are you a musician interested in becoming a composer? Are you a songwriter trying to put your work down on paper? Join our workshop! It’s like a writers group for composers, with prompts, discussions, sharing opportunities, and supportive critiques. 

Each week, we will look and listen to each other’s homework assignments, discuss tools and theory of scoring/composition, and related topics. We will also rotate bringing in personal compositions for feedback from the group.

This event is free to attend. All levels, genres, and styles are welcome. 

Please click here  to register for the workshops