Voices and Memories

Members of the ESO hail from a variety of backgrounds and span several generations. Our longest-standing (sitting?) member is Hilary Potts, a viola player who joined the Orchestra in 1968.

In the lead up to the centenary current and past members were all asked to contribute a written piece talking about their association with the Orchestra. This resulted in a 320-page book of memories.

What follows here is an edited selection which illustrates the common themes of friendship, rewarding, challenging, and joy which emerged.