MUSICIANS are invited to join a popular orchestra.

The Darlington Orchestra has vacancies for string players and in their wind and brass sections.

There are no auditions but a playing standard of at least grade four is recommended for the majority of instruments, with higher grades required for some.

A spokesman for the orchestra said: "The first rehearsal for the 2017/18 season will take place on Tuesday, September 12.

"The orchestra does not have a set repertoire so everyone will be sight reading initially.

"If you've been considering starting or re-starting orchestral playing, now is a great time to join."

For more information, visit darlington-orchestra.org.uk or email admin@darlington-orchestra.org.uk.