About Us
The Northumberland Orchestra and Choir is a not-for-profit organization that is the county’s first and foremost purveyor of beautiful orchestral and choral music.
Our History
The Northumberland Orchestra was founded under the guiding vision of Dr. Phillip Schaus in 1978 when enthusiastic local musicians united to form a symphony orchestra. A year later the local choral society joined with the orchestra as the newly constituted Northumberland Philharmonic Choir. Throughout its history, the Northumberland Orchestra and choir has included and encouraged young local musicians, many of whom are now pursuing professional musical careers.
Our Musical Team
Music Director
We are currently auditioning candidates for the position of Music Director
Victoria Yeh
Victoria Yeh is a Canadian violinist who has performed across the country from coast-to-coast-to-coast, and has been lauded by music critics internationally. Classically trained, Victoria has served as Concertmaster for various orchestras, in addition to her active performance career as a contemporary electric violinist. Today, her unique style combines classical purity with the edginess of prog fusion, heavily influenced by the likes of Jean-Luc Ponty and Joe Satriani.
When not on stage, Victoria can be found recording on countless film, television and music projects in genres ranging from atmospheric avant-garde to hip-hop and electronica; folk and fiddle to ethno-world and rock. As a devoted teacher, Victoria also works extensively with adults who are either returning to their instruments after a long absence, or advanced players seeking to improve their technical foundations and/or explore contemporary music and improv. Victoria has been recognized with the 2021 Platinum and 2022 Gold Awards for Best Music Lessons in Grey County.
New to Peterborough, Victoria is honoured to be serving as the new Concertmaster for the NOC.
Board Members
2023-2024
Executive
Marie Narini
President
Deirdre Bryant
Vice President
Brad Aylott
Treasurer
Diana Storen
Secretary
Joan Chalovich
Director Emeritus
Board Members
Glenn Bailey
Ray Moore
Peter Thomas
Ex-Officio
Vacant
Music Director
Vacant
Choral Director
Stephanie Allen
Concierge/Stage Manager
Operations
Vacant
Accompanist
The Ford Professional Group and Postings
Administration
Marie Narini
Bingo Fundraiser Lead
Doug Haskell
Concert Photography
David Kuhnke
Development Outreach
Susan Irwin
Finance
Lorna Miller
Front of House / Publicity
Alexander Scanlon
Legal
Cliff Bell-Smith, Pam Haskell, Eileen O’Connor
Librarians
Francine Nesbitt
Marketing
Janina Kraus, Suzanne Routh
Marshalls
Esther Dermenjian, Susan Nakamichi, Jennifer Raggers
Performing Member Liaisons
Nicolett Jakab
Promotional Photography
Cam Christie, Francine Nesbitt, Jim Yates
Public Relations / Social Media
Lynne Ferguson, Suzanne Routh
Special Events
Ken Noronha
Steering
Board members are elected at the Annual General Meeting in August. If you are interested in putting your name forward to the Nominating Committee to be considered for Board membership, please fill out our Join Us form.
Contact
Phone
905-376-1221
Address
284 Division Street
Cobourg, ON