Hello, I`m curious whether it is possible to join a professional orchestra when I am older, even if I do not go to a music college. I was told by a friend that I would need to go to a music college, but is this true? I would love to play in an orchestra full-time, but my heart has always been in getting an English degree instead of a music one...

I know there`s going to be anomalies, but can anybody tell me if, in general, I would need to go to a music college?

Thanks!

uhhgr, no. way too much competition even with degrees. good luck without one.