Playing an instrument can be really fun, but it becomes ten times more fun when playing with other people. There are countless different ways of playing with others, whether it is in an orchestra, brass band, wind band, big band or jazz groups; just with a few friends playing duets, trios or quartets - or playing with a pianist. Not only is it more fun to play with other people, it can also help you learn a lot and quickly, and it is a way of discovering new things.

There are many community groups in London that welcome beginners and more experienced players alike. You could try these links:

Camden Light Orchestra - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=51317305967

The Angel Orchestra - http://the-angel-orchestra.co.uk/tao/Welcome.html

The Barnet Band - http://www.barnetband.co.uk/

South London Concert Band - http://www.southlondonconcertband.org.uk/

City of London Symphonic Winds - http://www.clsw.org.uk/

City Wind Orchestra - http://www.citywind.org.uk/

East London Late Starters Orchestra - http://www.ellso.org/index.php

London Gay Symphonic Winds - http://www.lgsw.org.uk/

North London Symphony Orchestra - http://www.nlso.org.uk/

Woodford Symphony Orchestra - http://www.pnms.co.uk/wso/