Strings // Australian Christian Orchestra
Christian Violinists in Sydney
For Christian violinists in Sydney looking for somewhere their playing and their faith belong together.
Start with an enquiry. Audition and membership steps follow from there.
- LevelGrade 7+ AMEB
Your place in the strings
The violin at AChA
Violins are the largest section of the Australian Christian Orchestra, split into firsts and seconds. You'll carry melody lines, inner harmonies, and the soaring countermelodies that define sacred orchestral writing, from Bach and Vivaldi through to film-scale arrangements of hymns and worship.
- The commitment
- Monthly Thursday rehearsals, 7:00–9:15 pm. Concert preparation may include extra rehearsals.
- Where you'll meet
- UTS Building 5, 1 Quay Street, Haymarket.
Orchestra membership is $99/year, or $49 when renewing. Compare fees and payment options.
Looking for a young musician aged 11–19? Explore the youth pathway.
Your next step
Let's hear about you.
Start with the interest form. We look for Grade 7+ AMEB (or equivalent) violinists. If a video is requested, a concerto movement, study or hymn arrangement can help the team hear your current level. Comfortable position-work and sight-reading help, but heart and reliability matter as much as technique.
- Tell us about your music in the interest form.
- We'll explain the next step. A video audition is requested if needed ($50).
- Suitable applicants are invited to a trial rehearsal.
- After approval, complete your membership and onboarding.
Violinist questions
Do I need to be a professional violinist to join?
No. We have conservatorium-trained players and serious amateurs side by side. Grade 7+ AMEB or equivalent demonstrated standard is the guide. Tell the team about your experience if you are unsure about your current level.
First or second violin, how is it decided?
Natalia and the section leaders place you after your trial rehearsal, based on the repertoire and the balance of the section that season. Both parts are musically rewarding.
Bring your violin.
Tell us about your experience and what you'd love to play. We'll explain the next step for you.