For the interest of Members, events for the coming months are listed below.
Drop in during the morning to learn about how the organ works and its history, take a tour of the pipes, and even step up to the keys to play! Whether you are an accomplished organist, an enthusiastic pianist, or a total beginner, come for this special opportunity to get up close to an incredible instrument.
Or alternatively or additionally, why not come for the evening concert? This will showcase talented Southendian solo musicians and ensembles performing a wide range of styles and instruments, offering something for everyone to enjoy.
More information and tickets are available at: www.osos.org.uk/events
Save the Date for this informal and relaxed three course Carvery Lunch, open to OSA Members and Partners. Booking will open when the early Spring Events newsletter is released.
Join us for an evening of music based on the theme of "dance" with renowned organist Stephen King. Organist Emeritus at Brentwood Cathedral, Stephen is celebrated far and wide, with special connections to music in Essex, including to the Southend Boys Choir and Southend Girls Choir.
More information and tickets will be available at: www.osos.org.uk/events
Save the Date!
Following the success of the 2025 Summer Dinner Dance, we're pleased to share the date of next year's Festival of Music, featuring SHSB Big Band musicians past and present. Save the date for what promises to be a spectacular show with talented instrumentalists and singers. More details will follow and be circulated to OSA Members regarding the event and ticketing arrangements.
Musicians: please see a note from Andy Berry here to get involved!
Save the Date! We return to Balls Brothers in the City of London. The firm have been wine merchants for 150 years and their bars and restaurants have been regular city haunts for over half a century. The Minster Court restaurant is situated in the heart of the City and close to Fenchurch Street Station. Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.
Save the Date! By popular demand, we return to this venue where the views of the golf course and surrounding countryside complement our favourite 3-course Carvery Lunch. This event is open to OSA Members and Partners. Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.
Stay tuned for details of our Wine Tasting Event for 2026! Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.
Save the Date for the OSA’s main Event of the year! Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.