President's Welcome
Hello, and welcome to the OUMS website!
My name is Lucian, and it is such a privilege to lead what is certainly Oxford's most vibrant and exciting society! OUMS, now entering its 154th year, finds itself at the centre of Oxford's music scene, which is seeing motion as it never has before. There is so much to see and do, and I hope that this is a useful stop to explore all things musical in this amazing city!

OUMS offers a non-auditioning ensemble for every orchestral instrumentalist, and singer, and put on loads of exciting concerts each term. We have an ever-growing group of affiliated ensembles that ranges from opera and a cappella to funk and experimental music. This year, we're expanding the reach of OUMS even more to support all music-making in Oxford, from the smallest music groups to the largest orchestras. We have a growing Access and Outreach strain, and with new Welfare event we hope to accommodate for the wider needs of musicians.
While you're here, I would recommend checking out OPUS, our online society publication; we post an interview with an Oxford-based musician each week, and you'll also find concert reviews and opinion pieces there too. ​
Do let us know if you find something missing from this website, or would like any more information about OUMS. If you would like to support the brilliant work we do, please do get in touch—we would love to hear from you. Whether you're a performer, composer, conductor, listener, or somewhere in between, I hope that you find something for you in this wonderful society!
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Thank you, and see you around,
Lucian​
(President, 2025-26)
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