The Alexandria Choral Society has a repertoire ranging from Renaissance to modern music. They are always looking for good new singers. Call 703-548-4734.
The Alexandria Citizens Band welcomes area residents who want to play band music and participate in band activity. The band offers numerous free performances. Rehearsals are at T.C. Williams. Call president Peter Ferrante at 703-841-8335. www.band.alexandria.va.us
The Alexandria Harmonizers is a chapter of the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America (S.P.E.B.Q.S.A.) and performs widely in the area and elsewhere in the nation. It has more than 100 active members. Rehearsals are every Tuesday, 7-10 p.m. Call 703-836-0969.
The Alexandria Singers is a Washington metropolitan area premiere adult choir specializing in popular music. Call 703-941-7464.
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, comprised of musicians from the greater Washington area, performs a concert series at the new Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Art Center. Contact executive director Joseph Padua at703-548-0885.
The City of Alexandria Pipes and Drums is a volunteer ceremonial band celebrating the city's Scottish heritage. It offers instruction in bag-piping and drumming. Call 703-978-7695.
The Mount Vernon Orchestra, with some of the area's finest professional musicians, plays a series of concerts during the season, ensembles from the Mount Vernon orchestra and free Sunday afternoon recitals at the Lyceum during the summer. Sponsors a young people's orchestra, a summer music festival and a one-month summer school as well. Call 703-799-8229.