Since 1872, OUMS has been at the heart of student music-making at Oxford. Today, we bring together more than 600 musicians across nine ensembles, supporting ambitious performances, collaborations and projects across Oxford and beyond. Explore our website for information on upcoming performances, auditions, and opportunities to get involved!
Our Ensembles
OUMS supports 9 ensembles, ranging from full orchestras to chamber ensembles, and even a brass band! Together, they offer opportunities for players of all instruments and experience levels to rehearse and perform at a high standard. Whatever your musical background, there’s a place for you in the OUMS community!
OUO
The University of Oxford’s flagship orchestra
OUPhil
Oxford’s student-led symphony orchestra
OUWO
Oxford’s leading student wind orchestra
OUSinf
Oxford’s premier chamber ensemble
OUJO
Oxford’s premier student jazz orchestra and big band
OUBB
Oxford's full-size brass band
OUSB
A fun and welcoming concert band
OUSO
A relaxed and social string orchestra
OUChorus
Oxford’s choir for singers of all musical backgrounds
Watch us perform
OUMS ensembles perform regularly during term time at venues across Oxford, including the historic Sheldonian Theatre, the University Church, and Christ Church Cathedral. We also put on a number of additional events, from masterclasses to Come and Play events. See some upcoming events below!
Alumni: Come and Play!
We're so excited to officially announce that OUO will be hosting a Come and Play event for alumni on Sunday 20th September 2026 at the brand new Sohmen Concert Hall at the Schwarzman Centre in central Oxford. This will be part of the wider Oxford Alumni Meeting Minds weekend, coinciding with the college Gaudy celebrations, it's a great opportunity for a trip back to Oxford, to play, and to meet up with friends. Whether you're playing professionally, if your valves need a bit of oil (or whatever the woodwind/strings equivalent is), or anything in between, we'd love for you to join us. Join alumni from across the generations, sign-ups so far span 1970s-2020s. Everyone is welcome!
Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Sunday 20th September 2026, 9 AM - 2 PM
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