25th April 2010
Rehearse-record For Clarinet Duos
Bromley, Kent
A
unique learning experience with a CD as the outcome. These sessions
for players of grade four to seven focus on the rehearsal and recording
of clarinet ensemble music in a workshop setting. CD will be sent to
participants once it has been finalised. Places must be reserved in
advance. Tutor: Margaret Archibald, Sound engineer: Rob Archibald.Fee:
£70 with refreshments and lunch (or £40 for morning or afternoon only)
Tel: 020 8464 1645 or 07970 123105
margaret@margaretarchibald.com
27th - 29th Apr 2010
New Winds
Benslow Music Trust,Hitchin
For
beginners up to grade three standard with a minimum of one year’s
playing experience, with no ensemble playing experience necessary.
Boost your confidence by playing in small groups, and learn how to
listen to those around you and how to fit into an ensemble. Tutor: Janet Myatt Tel: 01462 459446
www.benslow.org info@benslow.org
30th Apr - 2nd May 2010
Clarinet and Flute Weekend
Knuston Hall, Northamptonshire
An
opportunity for clarinet and flute players with a minimum of 18 months
experience to take part in both dedicated and mixed ensembles. Tutors: Sarah Jobson, Debbie Scherer
www.knustonhall.org.uk
1st May 2010
Clarinet and Saxophone Playday
Darlington Arts Centre, Darlington
A
day of ensemble playing with top professional coaching followed by an
evening concert at 7.30 p.m.Tutors: Richard Ingham, Mary McCarthy,
Paolo de Gaspari 01325 350 415 Box office: 01325 486 555
www.darlingtonclarinets.co.uk
Sunday 9th May 2010
Birmingham Conservatoire British Trombone Society Day
Birmingham Conservatoire, Paradise Circus, Birmingham
The
Birmingham Conservatoire opens its doors to trombonists everywhere, for
a spectacular day for trombonists of all abilities. The day will be
packed with workshops, competitions and a host of exciting events to
include Massed Trombone choir directed by Bob Hughes; Don Lusher solo trombone competition sponsored by Yamaha UK; Jazz stars, Jeremy Price, Gordon Campbell, Pete Beachill; CBSO Low Brass Section; Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band with soloists; Sue Addison with Elgar’s trombone etc.
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May 9th – 15th 2010
Mastering the Saxophone
Charente Maritime, France
Saxophonist and composer Andy Scott has just announced the dates of his
first week-long masterclass in France. Joining up with the Creative
Vacances team, Jenny and Chris Trotter, he has put together a package
that combines tutorials covering improvisation and composition with
plenty of time for playing both in quartets and ensemble. There is also
the added bonus of a half hour one-to-one lesson during the week. Jenny
and Chris have been hosting music holidays at their centre in the
Charente Maritime for a number of years. They know that the reason that
people join a course is to learn, improve and get the chance to play
with other musicians. But it is also a holiday in France so they make
sure that everyone can relax and enjoy eating great food and drinking
plenty of the local wine! Places are limited to 12 so it is advised to
book early.
www.creativevacances.com
Sunday 9th May
Flute and harp day
Woolenwick Junior School, Stevenage
Tutors Danielle Perrett (harp) and Lynda Harrison (flute); graded groups grade 2 upwards - ages 8 to adult. 01264 337903 or email
mail@clarsachsoclondon.co.uk
11 - 13 May 2010
Wind Ensembles with the London Myriad Ensemble
Benslow Music Trust, Hitchin
Tutored by: Nadia Wilson, London Myriad Ensemble, Julie Groves, Susana Dias, Jenni Britton, Paul Cott
An exciting new course devised specifically for ready-made groups who
prefer to stay in their configurations rather than mixing and matching.
The London Myriad Ensemble is a dynamic, young and flexible group based
around the standard wind quintet configuration, but we‘ll welcome you
if you are a trio, quartet orsextet. Bring your prepared repertoire,
and please help us by booking as a complete group all at once.
Tel: 01462 459446 info@benslow.org www.benslow.org
16th May 2010
Single Reed Festival
Swinburne Hall, Colchester Institute
To
include various saxophone, clarinet and single reed choirs; ensemble
and coaching activities, masterclasses, instrument repair and trade
stands.
Tutors: Charles Hine, Anthony Bailey, Jeffery Wilson, Carol Taylor, Chris Burn, David Fingerhut.
Tel: 01206 712458
cmpaevents@colchester.ac.uk www.colchester.ac.uk/swinburne
21st - 23rd May 2010
Introduction to Wind Chamber Music
Benslow Music Trust, Little Benslow Hills, Hitchin
Individuals
and ensembles welcome. The course aims to introduce one-to-a-part
playing in groups of similar abilities. Minimum expected standard grade
three with reasonable sight reading skills. Tutor: Janet Myatt Tel: 01462 459446
info@benslow.org www.benslow.org
21 - 23 May 2010
Obbligato!
Benslow Music Trust, Hitchin
Tutored by: David Campbell, Veronica Veysey Campbell, John Flinders
This joyful course explores the beguiling repertoire for
soprano, clarinet and piano, although there might be an amount of time
devoted to solo or duet repertoire in order to add variety to the
weekend. Applications from pre-formed trios are especially welcome, but
we’ll also do our level best to accommodate individuals in groups of
similar ability. Please prepare either Schubert’s The Shepherd on the
Rock or Mozart’s Parto! Parto!, together with Spohr’s Six German Songs
(any two), Arnold Cooke’s Three Songs of Innocence or John McCabe’s
Three Folk Songs and any own choice piece. We’ll end with an informal
concert given by
course members of pieces selected by the tutors.
Tel: 01462 459446 info@benslow.org www.benslow.org
6 -7 JUNE 2010
British Flute Society / RSAMD Mini Flute Festival
Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama , Glasgow.
The Festival is excited to welcome world– renowned Jacques Zoon as its
guest international artist along with RSAMD’s own luminary, Ruth Morley
and Katherine Bryan, principal flautist of the Royal Scottish National
Orchestra and RSAMD colleague, who will also perform to complete this
tremendous and diverse line-up. The Festival will offer a wide range of
activities including recitals and masterclasses, as well as flute
choirs and trade stands. The event culminates with a final evening
recital given by Jacques Zoon, with the pianist Scott Mitchell. secretary@bfs.org.uk
14 - 17 June 2010
Fantastic Flutes
Benslow Music Trust, Hitchin
Tutored by: Zoë Booth, Rachael Buxton
Another
of Zoë Booth’s popular Fantastic Flutes courses. As always, her
friendly and encouraging approach and the tips she gives will help
improve any participant’s playing. Music to suit everyone’s standard
will be provided, but you can bring your own prepared pieces too, and
play them in an informal concert on the final day. There will also be
some sight-reading and the chance to try piccolo and alto and bass
flutes. If you couldn’t make it in February, here’s another chance. Or
if you could, come again!
Tel: 01462 459446 info@benslow.org www.benslow.org
Saturday, 26 June 2010
Cheshire Flute Day
Belmont Hall, Cheshire
A
flute day at Belmont Hall in the heart of the Cheshire countryside,
featuring workshops with both jazz flautist Mark Parkinson, who will be
showcasing the amazing sounds that flutes can make, and Edward Arran,
speaking on dealing with performance nerves. Music
retailer Wright Greaves will be on-hand with their extensive flute
stock, and expert woodwind repairer Ruth Hayward will be available to
help with poorly instruments. Dawn Savell and Stephanie Burns will lead
flute choirs and give advice in a masterclass/'Ask The Teacher' session.
Dawnsavell@ntlworld.com
18th-20th June
Wind Chamber Music Weekends - Wind Quintet Weekend
Belstead House, Ipswich
For players of grade 6 and above - for details contact Janet Myatt - 01502 581427
janet@windchambermusic.org.uk
12 - 15 July 2010
Summer Saxes
Benslow Music Trust, Hitchin
Gerard McChrystal and Neil Crossley
lead this friendly and sociable course, now moved to a midweek slot and
given an extra day, designed for all players who are of at least Grade
5 standard. We’ll play in large and small ensembles, we’ll explore
classical, jazz and rock music, and there will be masterclasses and
technique clinics.You can bring any ensemble music that you might want
to work on with fellow course participants but Gerard and Neil will
also provide a wide selection of material themselves. Let us know about
how experienced you are and what size of instrument you will be
bringing along when you apply.
Tel: 01462 459446 info@benslow.org www.benslow.org
19th - 22nd July 2010
FLUTES AT THE BARNS
Staffordshire, UK
Flutes
at the Barns’ courses are for adults looking to participate fully in
three days of flute playing activities in an idyllic English
countryside setting – the course is open to players of any experience
and ability. The courses have a friendly feel, providing an atmosphere
where participants can get together to make music and share ideas;
on-site accommodation is comfortable and luxurious and all participants
are accommodated individually.
The busy programme
of musical activities includes an individual lesson with Zoe Booth for
each participant, flute choir sessions, rehearsal time with Rachael
Buxton (professional accompanist), trio and quartet coaching, musical
and discussion workshops and warm-up sessions featuring hints and tips
on all aspects of how to improve your playing! There are also
opportunities for individuals to take part in a masterclass, play
piccolo, alto or bass flutes and/or perform in one of the informal
concerts. Nervous players can be assured that there is no pressure to
perform and they will find the course entirely non-challenging and
supportive!
All
course activities, accommodation
and the wonderful meals and refreshments - provided by our in-house
cook Jacci – are included in the course fee. International
participants welcome, as ever! Now in its’ eighth successful year, join
Flutes at the Barns in 2010 as we celebrate our 20th happy course in
the UK
For more information please visit www.pipeblower.com/Fluteres/
barnshome.htm
Flutes at the Barns, 30 Whitecroft, St Albans, Herts AL1 1UU UK +44 (0)1727 765511 or +44 (0)7976 613750
E-mail: zoe@pipeblower.com
Saturday 24th July 2010
THE 21ST SIR JAMES GALWAY INTERNATIONAL FLUTE MASTERCLASS
Weggis, Switzerland
Sir
James and Lady Jeanne Galway invite you to take part in their
annual International Flute Masterclass in the beautiful lakeside town
of Weggis, Switzerland. Your chance to
participate in 7 Days with ‘The Master of the Flute’ will include daily
warm-ups and personal masterclasses focusing on all aspects of flute
playing with emphasis on studies, recital and concerto repertoire. In
addition, Sir James will conduct a daily flute choir. There will also
be several flute exhibitors as well as on-site repairs available and
chances to win special prizes including exclusively made flute head
joints by Wm. S. Haynes, JR Lafin and Nagahara Flutes. Alongside
Sir James’ classes, Lady Galway holds open classes each afternoon.
Evenings will be filled with concerts by renowned international
flutists.
For more information please visit www.jamesgalway.com Event Email : weggis@mac.com
Thursday 12th August 2010 - Sunday 15th August 2010
Summer Sax Spectacular!
Birmingham, UK
The National Saxophone Choir of
Great Britain is very pleased to announce its first residential course which will
take place this summer in the Bournville area of Birmingham. Organised with the
generous support of Bournville Village Trust and sponsored by Saxtet
Publications, the course is aimed at saxophonists seeking ensemble playing
experience.Open to saxophonists of all ages
and standards, participants will be able to rehearse and perform with the NSC,
enhance their performance skills, learn new repertoire, and have the chance to
try out the more extreme saxes in the ensemble, such as the soprillo or
contrabass. www.saxchoir.com or e mail enquiries@saxchoir.com
British Flute Society 7th International Convention
Royal Northern College of Music
Recitals: Adrianne
Greenbaum; Aisling Agnew and Matthew McAllister (Guitar); András
Adorján; Don Bailey with string quartet; Philippe Barnes; William
Bennett; Jean-Louis Beaumadier
piccolo; Andra Bohnet; Jan
Boland and Douglas Worthen with Red Cedar Chamber Music; Rachel Brown
and Małgorzata Wojciechowska baroque flutes; Katherine Bryan; Silvia
Careddu; Samuel Coles; Paul Edmund-Davies; Andy Findon; Marcello Gatti
- traverso; Marco Granados; Timothy Hutchins; Sarah Jackson piccolo
;
Alena Lugovkina; Stewart McIlwham piccolo; Gareth McLearnon; Lisa
Nelsen and Eleanor Turner (flute/harp) ‘Aquilae’; Emmanuel Pahud; Peter
Sheridan contrabass and subcontrabass flutes; Scottish Flute Trio:
Laura Bailie, Janet Larsson and Ruth Morley with Joji Hirota,
shakuhachi; Elizabeth Walker baroque flute.
Presentations: Rachel
Brown: On starting the baroque flute; Francesca Arnone, lecture
recital; Mary Lee Cochran: Overcoming Performance Anxiety; Mihoko
Watanabe: Mei revisited; Henry Brandt’s Angels and Devils
soloist William Bennett; Andy Findon; Svetlana Kiktevich; Julie Koidin
on Latin Choro; Steve Rowley, Tabourers Society: Pipe and tabor;
Douglas Worthen: lecture on Mozart; Gergely Ittzés: unusual flute
sounds; Rebecca Dunnell: Mozart’s flute and harp concerto; Eimear
McGeown: workshop on Irish music; Tomomi Matsuo; Siuwan Chin plays the
Dizi; Mike Mower; Andra Bohnet; Patrick Williams: The legacy of
Philippe Gaubert; Clare Southworth; Trevor Wye (60 Variations for 50
Flutes); Kate Hill; ''Jazz! with Gareth Lockrane & Ross Stanley;
The Suzuki flute with Cristina Crespo; Alan Watson - The Biology of
Musical Performance; Nicolas Duchamp (playing Gaubert's Lot flute, No.
1986) with commentary by Mdme. Yvette Poite-Gaubert and a Gaubert
exhibition of memorabilia; Niall O’Riordan Yoga; Marcello
Gatti (baroque and renaissance flutes); Greg Pattillo; Soon-Mi Jung;
Atarah Ben Tovim; Rachel Brown; Arthur Haswell, Ayre Flutes: Katherine
Carter, Rebecca Coker, Holly Cook, Sarah Desbruslais, Fiona Kelly,
Melissa Mills, Emma Price & Jennifer Raven; The Nicholson Trio:
Rachel Pritchard, Amy Campbell, & Gemma Hawkins
On The Other Hand?... Andy Findon; Gergely Ittzés; Steve Rowley: Pipe and tabor; Alexandra Grot, piccolo; Magnum Trio from Japan.
A Look at Our Past: Andra
Bohnet Talk and Recital; Robert Bigio Rudall Carte; Carla Rees, R&
Carte Alto flute solos; Steve Rowley. Tabourers Society: Pipe and tabor
Fresh faces, Fresh Music: Unji
Chung, Alena Lugovkina; Zsuzsa Vámosi-Nagy; Halit Turgay; Alexandra
Grot; Kayoko Minamino; Elżbieta Woleńska; and Roderick Seed.
Flute Choirs: Angeleita Floyd; Mia Dreese; Atarah Ben-Tovim, Anne Hodgson and Julie Wright
Flute Ensembles: Quintessenz:
Anna Garzuly, Ute Günther, Gudrun Hinze, Bettine Keyßer and Christian
Sprenger; Concert Lumiere: Hikaru Watanabe, Maiko Sekimoto, Makiko
Saji, Noriko Fukuda; Ringo Chan and Hong Kong Flute Centre Orchestra;
The Magnum Trio: Kazuhiro Kaji, Yuuya Kanda, Jun-ichirou Taku, Orquesta
Nacional de Flautas de Venezuela, Conductor: María Gabriela Rodríguez,
Flautissimo
BFS Winners: Jessica Kabirat; Holly Melia; Pianists: Richard Shaw and Timothy Carey; Conductor: Matthew Lynch; Resident Repair Technician: Arthur Haswell convention@bfs.org.uk
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