★★★★★ “They are simply really good, in a way that’s easy to thrill to but hard to describe.” The Telegraph
★★★★★ “…passion and soul, and unflagging energy…” The Arts Desk
‘One orchestra is leading the way’ BBC One
“This must be the most multifaceted bunch of musicians in Britain” ‘The Times’

Culture Statement

Manchester Camerata aims to create a culture of mutual trust and respect in all parts of its musical and administrative team.

This enables individuals to give of their best, and to be part of making a positive impact for our audiences and communities.

We encourage everyone associated with us to:

1. Be mindful of and respect others.

2. Recognise the importance of individuals feeling heard.

3. Be mindful of our core principles: Humanity – Originality – Excellence – Fearlessness.

Our musicians

Our orchestra give us sound, excitement and creativity, making Manchester Camerata the innovative ensemble it is today.

Music Director

Gábor Takács-Nagy

There’s a real trust between myself and the musicians, and with this comes an openness to taking risks – creative risks that help us achieve the unimaginable. The composer feels an emotion and finds the notes for it – we performers have to find the spiritual values behind each note. This drives me musically – I am not a genius but hopefully have antennas to them.

Leader

Caroline Pether

Resident Music Therapist

Amina Hussain

Violins

Caroline Pether Leader ^3/4
Tom Aldren Co-Leader/No 2
Will Newell Principal 2^nd violin
Rosemary Attree
Anthony Banks
Gemma Bass
Coco Inman
Catherine Landen
Sophie McQueen ⁶
Rebecca Thompson
Sarah Whittingham

Violas

Alex Mitchell Principal
Rachel Jones
Alistair Vennart ⁸
Miguel Rodriguez

Cellos

Hannah Roberts Principal⁷
Barbara Grunthal
Graham Morris
Christopher Murray
Steph Tress

Double Basses

Daniel Storer Principal ¹
Diane Clark ⁹

Flutes

Amina Hussain Principal
Sarah Whewell

Oboes

Rachael Clegg Principal
Mary Gilbert

Clarinets

Vacancy ¹⁰
Vacancy

Bassoons

Ben Hudson Principal
Rachel Whibley

Horns

Naomi Atherton Principal
Mark Alder Bennett

Trumpets

Tracey Redfern Principal
Pete Mainwaring

Timpani

John Melbourne Principal

Percussion

Janet Fulton Principal ²

Musician Sponsors:

¹ Kathy Arundale (Anthony Banks & Daniel Storer)
² John Caine (Janet Fulton)
³ Penny & John Early (Caroline Pether)
⁴ Michael Grindrod & Kathleen Baker (Caroline Pether)
⁵ The Pantall family, on behalf of John (Naomi Atherton)
⁶ Gill Williamson (Sophie McQueen)
⁷ Ron and Jill Robinson (Hannah Roberts)
⁸ Realstrings (Alistair Vennart)
⁹ Anonymous donor (Diane Clark)
¹⁰ Nic Hailey (Principal Clarinet)

Become a supporter.
Donate today.