Spontaneous symphonies and more
Every year, The Last Minute Orchestra (LMO) gathers musicians for a one-day whirlwind of rehearsal and performance: presenting symphonic works from prepared and performed within 24 hours.
What We Do
The Last Minute Orchestra (LMO) is a venture orchestra that brings together musicians of all backgrounds for an annual musical sprint: one program, one day, one performance.The centrepiece on our calendar is a once-a-year music camp where participants get to vote on the repertoire, then come together to rehearse and perform a full symphonic programme, all in just 24 hours. Emerging young artists and serious hobbyists also get to audition for a chance to play a concerto in the same concert.More than just a volunteer-run initiative, LMO is about building a vibrant and inclusive musical community. Whether you're returning to your instrument after years away, playing in an orchestra for the first time, or preparing for a solo debut, there's a place for you here.
The Team
Music Director Amanda Kye TanGeneral Manager Phee WeihengSocials & Logistics Tai Bing AnNew Team Members Anna Lim, Phebe Felisca
Contact Us
Last Minute Orchestra 2026 registration is open!All other enquiries (e.g. collaborations, hires) should be directed to our email. Thank you!
An archive of our events
6 June 2023
Grieg - Piano Concerto in A Minor (Zacharias Yeo, piano)
I. Allegro molto moderatoBizet - Selections from Carmen Suites No. 1 and 2 (Arr. Guiraud)Tchaikovsky - Symphony No. 5
IV. Andante maestoso - Allegro vivace (alla breve)
17 August 2024
Prokofiev - Peter and the Wolf (Wendy Chan, narrator)Saint-Saëns - Introduction and Rondo-Capriccioso (Asher Ng, violin)Dvořák - Symphony No. 8
19 July 2025
Márquez - Danzón No. 2Haydn - Cello Concerto No.1 in C Major (Lee Yi Xuan Kenneth, cello)
I. Moderato
II. Adagio
III. Allegro moltoElgar - Variations on an Original Theme ‘Enigma’