Adults Workshops
"...a unique, wonderful and
memorable occasion."
"Many thanks for such a stimulating
day. Such inspiring coaches!"
These workshops offer an opportunity for like-minded
people to work together on a movement from the chamber music repertoire.
Each chamber group is coached by a tutor who usually plays as part
of the group. Each Sunday workshop includes a chamber orchestra session
and closes with an informal concert. Saturday 11th September is an
optional extra day and allows participants the choice of a one or
two day course. The extra day allows for further chamber music coaching
and technique classes for each instrument. We like to be flexible
so you can choose to join us for the full two days or for either day.
You can also apply for just for a chamber orchestra session on any
Sunday or just the technique class on the Saturday.
2010 Dates
Sunday 14th March
Sunday 13th June
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th September
- Full applications for this workshop have now closed. If you would
like to take part in the string technique sessions or chamber orchestra...please
apply below:
Places are limited so please apply
early to avoid disappointment.
Applications for chamber orchestra sessions or technique classes can
be made up until one week before a workshop.
If you have any questions about these
workshops or would like to be sent an application form by post, please
email Rachel Dyker.
Information
Applicants
- Workshops cater primarily for string players but we have a few
spaces available for piano and wind instruments.
- We generally the minimum standard to be approximately ABRSM grade
5/6 and we welcome applications from individuals or pre-formed groups.
- Participants can apply for the full day or weekend, or the chamber
orchestra or technique classes alone.
- While every effort is made to cater for all who apply, in the
unlikely event that this is not possible, we will endeavour to offer
a place on a future workshop.
Repertoire
- Groups and repertoire will be allocated six weeks before each
workshop in order to give participants time to learn their parts
in preparation.
- Any repertoire preferences will be taken into consideration and
accommodated where possible.
- Participants are encouraged to learn their chamber music parts
in advance in order to make the workshop a more fulfilling experience
for everyone.
- Standard chamber music repertoire should be easy to find in district
libraries or music retailers. Anything out of the ordinary, we will
provide copies of.
Fees (per participant per day)
- Full day applying at least six weeks in advance £55
- Full day applying at least eight weeks in advance £50 (early
bird)
- Chamber orchestra and technique classes £15 per session
- These fees are payable by the closing date and are non-refundable
thereafter.
- B&B accommodation is provided by friends of Regency Chamber
Music for £24 for the first night and £20 for subsequent
nights.
Venue
- Friends’ Meeting House, Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AF (Map).
- The Friends’ Meeting House is approximately 10-15 minutes'
walk from Brighton Station.
- Street parking is metered with a 4 hour limit. There are NCP
car parks nearby.
Other information
- All string and wind players will need to bring a music stand.
- Refreshments will be provided in all breaks, including a light
snack at 6.45pm.
- Workshops are non residential but we have a list of friends of
Regency Chamber Music who offer very reasonable B&B accommodation.
Performance
- This is an open performance; please invite friends and family.
- There is no charge for admission; there will be a retiring collection.
Timetable
Repertoire September 2010
Chamber Music: Saturday 11th September
Chamber Music: Sunday 12th September
Chamber Orchestra: September 2010
Chamber Orchestra: Saturday 11th September
Chamber Orchestra: Sunday 12th September
Tutors Repertoire: September 2010
If you have been on one of our courses and would like to provide
us with some feedback, please take time to fill in an evaluation
form.
