About Us...

The reborn The Sinfonietta (orginally the The Barn Sinfonietta or Barn Bande) is dedicated to the regular 

performance of beautiful music played by professional musicians in a relaxed atmosphere.

The chamber orchestra repertoire is very rich indeed. To fully explore
this magnificent music, it is our intention to remain just that - a
chamber orchestra, adding only a few winds as we progress. Furthermore,
where-ever possible our soloists will be drawn from within our own ranks.

All too often audiences are told what to listen to and musicians are told

what they will play. We welcome input from all. We are not only dedicated

to include much neglected masterpieces in our programming, but wish to

include music musicians want to play and you, our audience, want to hear.

We feel our area is ready to support this innovative effort.

Special thanks go to Rachael Maher and Samantha Rowe whose dedication
and enthusiasm helped make the orchestra a reality. Our thanks go also
to the Barn Theatre and Bruce Reed for their unflinching support.

Johan Michael Katz
Music Director

First Press Release    October 2002 Press Release    S.M.'s October 2002 Press Release

S.M.'s March 2003 Press Release    July 2003 Press Release

S.M.'s December 2003 Press Release    S.M.'s February 2004 Press Release

September 2004 Press Release    December 2004 Press Release

May 2006 Press Release