The primary string orchestras are open to all primary aged students at any skill level. Rehearsals run weekly at a number of locations. Each string orchestra rehearses the same pieces each week and performs the same repertoire. Each month, these orchestras have opportunities to work towards busking and assembly performances.

The secondary string orchestra is open to all secondary aged students at any skill level. Saturday rehearsals run each week in Forest Hill. Students perform frequently and are developed in their ensemble playing abilities to prepare them for future positions in the Senior Chamber Orchestra when positions become available.

The Junior Chamber Orchestra is for selected primary aged students. Students are invited to join when one of the 24 positions becomes available (3 violins & 1 cello from each age group). The minimum standard of players is grade 3. Students are strategically developed in their ensemble playing to prepare them for future paid quartet performances with the company Little Notes. After 2/3 years of training, students develop their performing skills and repertoire to move into leadership roles within the orchestra and perform at paid jobs around Melbourne. A portfolio of performances is collated for scholarship applications.

The Senior Chamber Orchestra is for selected students of any age. Students are invited to join when one of the 16 positions in the orchestra becomes available (8 violins, 4 violas & 4 cellos). The minimum standard of players is grade 7. This orchestra has frequent paid jobs at weddings and corporate events around Melbourne, forming the 'Melbourne String Performers Quartet'. In addition, this orchestra focuses on performing eight showcase concertos each year.