Philharmonic Orchestra of Jamaica

Philharmonic Orchestra of Jamaica It aims to keep the classical, neo-classical and orchestral genres alive and flourishing in Jamaica. There are three founding directors.

The POJ was formed on May 7, 2013 by a group of committed persons with the aim of forming a long-lasting national orchestra of high quality aimed at keeping the classical, neo-classical and orchestral genres alive and flourishing in Jamaica. The Philharmonic Orchestra of Jamaica (POJ) was formed in May 2013 by a group of committed individuals and musicians who shared a common vision of establishing a long-lasting national orchestra of high quality. The leadership and musicians have a burning desire to build this charitable organization for the benefit of the country and the music fraternity. The majority of the members have played together in the past in other orchestral and chamber groups which have existed for short periods in the country’s history. The POJ hopes to build on this to form an institution that will last for generations to come. The organization was officially registered in February 2015 as a company limited by guarantee and achieved charitable status in November 2019.

You know us now as the Philharmonic Orchestra of Jamaica, but there was a time when we were young fashionistas, cry babi...
20/03/2026

You know us now as the Philharmonic Orchestra of Jamaica, but there was a time when we were young fashionistas, cry babies, and sweethearts just learning to play our instruments.

>>>Swipe to see us in a different light and stay tuned to see us live in concert soon!🎶

Still reliving “Music In The Air 2” with deep gratitude! 🎶🎻🪈🥁🌞👒1. Our MC (Mrs. Allison Wallace) in her comedic element ...
02/08/2025



Still reliving “Music In The Air 2” with deep gratitude! 🎶🎻🪈🥁🌞👒

1. Our MC (Mrs. Allison Wallace) in her comedic element and our Musical Director (Mr. Franklin Halliburton) in full flight!
2. ⁠ serenades the audience!
3. ⁠Our vendors and their happy customers.
4. ⁠The sound of music with a few of our members.
5. ⁠Our Percussionists and woodwinds with our Musical Director.
6. ⁠Our stage manager (Mr. Kenardo Phillips), Board Chairman (Mr. Andrew Ho), MC (Mrs. Allison Wallace) and one of our astounding composers (Mr. Jon Williams).
7. ⁠Our brilliant instrumental soloists
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🎺 Channeil Christian
🎹 (guest)
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8. ⁠A few of our patrons great and small!
9. The orchestra and its audience.⁠ El fin! 🙏

📍The Shell Band Stand, Hope Gardens
📆 Sunday, July 27, 2025



A Special Thank You to…

🎤 Our Master of Ceremonies -

📹 Our Videographer - Yianela Pérez

📸 Our Photographer -

🙏 Our Sponsors






31/07/2025



By all accounts “Music In The Air 2” was a success! We want to thank all of our patrons and sponsors for your support and engagement at the concert! It wouldn’t have been the same without each and every one of you!! 🎶🎻🪈🥁🌞👒

📍The Shell Band Stand, Hope Gardens
📆 Sunday, July 27, 2025



A Special Thank You to…

🎤 Our Master of Ceremonies -

📹 Our Videographer - Yianela Pérez

📸 Our Photographer -

🙏 Our Sponsors






27/07/2025



The day has arrived, come out and enjoy your Sunday afternoon with the POJ! Music In The Air 2”! Remember to bring your towels, umbrellas, coolers, chairs - and, of course, enthusiasm! We look forward to seeing you and yours! 🎻🪈🥁🌞👒

Can you guess the piece? 🎵🎶

📍The Shell Band Stand, Hope Gardens
📆 Sunday, July 27, 2025
⏰ 4:30pm
💲Free



Thank You to our sponsors!






23/07/2025



Less than one week to “Music In The Air 2”! Remember to bring your towels, umbrellas, coolers, chairs - and, of course, enthusiasm! We look forward to seeing you and yours! 🎻🪈🥁🌞👒

Can you guess the piece? 🎵🎶

📍The Shell Band Stand, Hope Gardens
📆 Sunday, July 27, 2025
⏰ 4:30pm
💲Free



Thank You to our sponsors!






22/07/2025



A sneak peak of the preparations for “Music in the Air 2”! Remember to bring your towels, umbrellas, coolers, chairs - and, of course, enthusiasm! We look forward to seeing you and yours! 🎶🎻🪈🥁🌞👒

📍The Shell Band Stand, Hope Gardens
📆 Sunday, July 27, 2025
⏰ 4:30pm
💲Free



Thank You to our sponsors!






Join us on Sunday, July 27 at 4:30 pm at the Shell Bandstand, Hope Gardens, Kingston for a free summer concert.
15/07/2025

Join us on Sunday, July 27 at 4:30 pm at the Shell Bandstand, Hope Gardens, Kingston for a free summer concert.

11/07/2025

The POJ presents its second installment of “Music in the Air”! Enjoy an evening of delightful compositions and arrangements that have become staples in our repertoire. Bring your blankets, umbrellas, coolers, chairs - and, of course, enthusiasm! We look forward to seeing you and yours! 🎶🎻🪈🥁🌞👒

🎥:-

📍The Shell Band Stand, Hope Gardens
📆 Sunday, July 27, 2025
⏰ 4:30pm
💲Free



Thank You to our sponsors!






23/03/2025



The Triple-Platinum, Grammy nominated Jackson hit, “Man in the Mirror” was released in 1988. The song became an anthem for the betterment of society by taking a long hard look at the ‘Man in the mirror’. 🙏🏽🕊️🌎

📝 Arranger:- Jon Williams ()
🪈 Flute:-
🪈 Oboe:-
🪈 Clarinet:-
🎻 Cello:-

09/03/2025



Released in 1970, The Melodians’ “Rivers of Babylon” was popularized by the 1972 movie “The Harder They Come”. This arrangement by Paulette Bellamy was performed by an ensemble from the POJ on during the lead-up to our “Éclat Opéra” concerts!

🪈 Flute:-
🪈 Oboe:-
🪈 Clarinet:-
🎻 Cello:-
🪘 Conga:-
🥁 Bass Drum:-

09/03/2025



Harkening back to a soulful rendition of Summertime arranged for Flute and Cello by Alan Gout. This was beautifully performed by Brian Morris and Emily Elliot on during the lead-up to our “Éclat Opéra” concerts! Enjoy!! 🌞🎶

🪈 Flute:-
🎻 Cello:-

📸 Capturing the teamwork of recording!🎶 Official recording of the "Jamaican National Anthem" and "The Marley Symphony M...
27/01/2025



📸 Capturing the teamwork of recording!

🎶 Official recording of the "Jamaican National Anthem" and "The Marley Symphony Mvt. #1"
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🎹 Pianist, Violinist, Composer and Arranger, Jon Williams

"Justice,
truth
be
ours
forever!"



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