BEGINNER ORCHESTRA
Beginner Orchestra - Sunday 3 November 2024
Welcome to the Benedetti Sessions Beginner Orchestra page! We are delighted you are interested in joining us.
The Beginner Orchestra is for string players, recommended age 6-14, who are working between Grade 1-3 standard. You will join us on Sunday 3 November.
Watch this short video from Tutor, Joelle Broad, to find out more about what we do in the Beginner Orchestra and whether this is the right group for you.
In the Beginner Orchestra, we will work on two pieces of music; one for just the Beginner Orchestra, written specially for you by Joelle, and one piece which is for mass orchestra. For this, you will join the Intermediate and Advanced players to rehearse. You will receive the parts and tutorial videos from our Tutors to help you prepare.
Everyone will also be asked to take part in a creative activity in advance to encourage you to think about the story of the music before you come to meet us.
On the sessions, we will explore expression, rhythm, storytelling, sound production, freedom in playing, the context of the music and improvisation, as well as delving into specific technical challenges.
The day ends with a short sharing session to which family will be able to attend (limited seating).
Video Link: When you sign up, please add the link to a short video of your playing. This is not for assessment or audition, but helps us to support your young musicians during the weekend. This can be emailed to us after you have completed the registration form and you will be given the deadline to submit this (please see your confirmation email for further instructions). Click here for guidance on uploading your video.
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The Participation Fee for the Beginner Orchestra is £13.
Full bursary support is available, just tick the box on the registration form.
For assistance with travel or accommodation costs, please contact us by email.
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