Category Archives: News and Views

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by | November 5, 2015 · 5:39 pm

RCO ACADEMY COURSES & WORKSHOPS 2015-2016

RCO ACADEMY COURSES & WORKSHOPS 2015-2016

Included under the chronological list of general RCO events are all the courses and workshops available in the College’s Young Organists Programme for 2015-2016, together with classes offered by the RCO Academy Organ School.

RCO Young Organists Programme  – Student Members will be e-mailed full details of all events and courses as they become available.  To view the full list of events, courses or workshops through to June 2016 and to book online visit: www.rco.org.uk.

RCO Academy Organ School – to view the full list of events, courses or workshops through to June 2016 and to book online visit: www.rco.org.uk/organ_school.php.

 

Places are still available on many of the listed events (playing and/or observer places).

Note: If a class is marked ‘full’, it is worth telephoning 05603 460484 to enquire about observer places, cancellations or a repeat class.

 

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by | October 20, 2015 · 1:12 pm

THE LYME REGIS ORGAN SCHOOL – WINTER WORKSHOP 2016 – 17-19 FEBRUARY

The Lyme Regis Organ School is running its Winter Workshop on 17th, 18th & 19th February 2016.  This year’s course will concentrate on Playing with Confidence.  The key will be a positive, informal, enjoyable yet challenging atmosphere, working with some of the UK’s finest organists in a range of talks and discussions, demonstrations and group study sessions.  Included is a trip to Honiton, Ottery St Mary and Exeter Cathedral and St Michael’s Mount Dinham (Exeter). 

Course Tutors are Philip Scriven, Peter Parshall, Richard Godfrey, David Bruce-Payne, Ian Curror, Alex Davies and David Davies.

For full details of Course Tutors, the  Course Programme, bursaries and what to prepare go to: Lyme Regis leaflet

Booking forms (downloadable from www.lymeregisorganschool.org) and payment to the Course Secretary: linda@lymeregisorganschool.org

Accommodation details from: www.visit-dorset.com or www.lymeregis.org

Workshop Cost: £200 per person (£120 for those in full-time education) – includes all course fees, lunch on three days, dinner on the first night, refreshment breaks, and travel on Thursday.   A limited number of full-cost bursaries are available to those of school age.

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by | October 19, 2015 · 5:04 pm

PARR HALL ORGAN RECITAL WITH JONATHAN KINGSTON – 26 OCTOBER 2015

Parr Hall, Warrington’s historical Cavaille-Coll organ will be brought to life during the Autumn/Winter season when Jonathan Kingston performs at the Parr Hall Organ Recital on Monday, 26 October 2015 at 7.30 pm.

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Jonathan studied the organ with Professor Ian Tracey and Ian Wells of Liverpool’s Anglian Cathedral, home to one of the largest pipe organs in the world.  He was appointed Organ Scholar, and subsequently Sub-Organist to Bradford Cathedral before securing positions as Assistant Director and Director of Music at two leading independent schools.  Jonathan is currently Associate Director of Music at the Ordinariate Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Piccadilly.  He has broadcasted as soloist live on BBC TV and Radio and has given recitals in many cathedrals and churches in the UK and abroad, also appearing with several orchestras including The Halle, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, London Symphony Orchestra and English Symphony Orchestra.

Organ Concert – Parr Hall, Warrington – Monday 26 October 2015 – 7.30 pm – Jonathan Kingston

Ticket Price: £5/£4.50 (£6/£5.50 including online booking fee)

Contact: Pyramid & Parr Hall Cultural Quarter, Palmyra Square South, Warrington, WA1 1BL

Box Office and General Enquiries: 01925 442345

E-mail: pyramid@culturewarrington.org

 

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by | September 29, 2015 · 12:20 pm

ORGAN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ALL AT JESUS COLLEGE, OXFORD – 3 NOVEMBER 2015

This is a half-day event for aspiring keyboard players, music teachers and Organists

at Jesus College, Oxford on 3 November 2015, from 12.30 pm to 7.00 pm

Playing the organ is a wonderful opportunity for gifted pianists and musicians who want to broaden their repertoire or context.  If you have a passion for music and want to learn about the opportunities and benefits of being an organ scholar, full details of this event and booking information can be found on the link below:

Organ Scholarship Outreach Autumn 2015

If you want to know more about Organ Awards at Oxford University, please visit:

http://www.music.ox.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/choral-and-organ-awards/organ-awards/

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by | September 22, 2015 · 5:36 pm

Student Organist/Accompanist – Washburn Benefice Choir, North Yorkshire

Washburn Benefice Choir, based in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, require a Student Organist to act as Accompanist for the following three services:

  • Friday 2nd October 2015 at 7.00 pm – Fewston, North Yorkshire
  • Sunday 4th October 2015 at 9.30 am – Farnley, North Yorkshire
  • Sunday 11th October 2015 at 10.00 am – Leathley, North Yorkshire

(Rehearsals/choir practice take place on Mondays at 7.00 pm at Leathley)

The choir will be singing three pieces:

“Though Visiteth the Earth”

“Sing to the Lord of Harvest”

“Glory, Love and Praise and Honour”; tune by Eberlin

Expressions of interest, or for further information, please contact Terry Bramall:  terry@bramallinc.com

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by | · 12:49 pm

OCTOBER COURSES FOR YOUNG ORGANISTS

RCO Academy in Bristol and Clifton at autumn half-term 2015 – Young Organists in Transition

Lifelong Learning and Accreditation from the Royal College of Organists

Book onto one of these October courses for young Organists in a relaxed half-term atmosphere, supported by The GMC Trust, The Williams Church Music Trust and the William Haddon Charitable Foundation

Sign up for:

FIND YOUR FEET! (early steps in organ playing – ideal for youngsters aged 8 to 15 years – organists and pianists who want to try the organ)

BUILD YOUR SKILLS! (ambitious teenage organists build style and technique)

Thursday 29 October to Saturday 31 October 2015 in Bristol (bursaries available)

Classes with:

Christopher Allsop (Worcester Cathedral); Brigitte Harris (Edinburgh); James Parsons (Birmingham Conservatoire)

Friendly, fun residential course, fully checked and qualified pastoral staff

Youth Hostel (YHA) accommodation in Bristol city centre

Inspired hands-on tuition in small classes, playing fabulous pipe organs in Bristol and Clifton (4 manuals to one manual!)

Perform in Student Concert at Christ Church, Bristol – get feedback and DVD souvenir

Make music! Make friends!

Information and easy online booking at: BOOK for FYF and BYS 2015

www.rco.org.uk

 

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by | September 21, 2015 · 5:54 pm

High School Organists – Free Tuition for 4 years – The University of Alabama

The University of Alabama is offering Out-of-State/Undergraduate Scholarships for High School Organists. 

The application deadline for 4 years’ free tuition  is 15 December 2015.

Out-of-State Scholarships/Undergraduate Scholarships for 2016-2017 are:

  • Capstone Scholar
  • Collegiate Scholar
  • Foundation in Excellence Scholarship
  • UA Scholar
  • Presidential Scholar

For more information about the above scholarships and to review the FAQ section, go to: http://scholarships.ua.edu/types/out-of-state.html

The process of applying for scholarships varies based on whether you are an entering freshman, a transfer student, or a currently enrolled student.  For more information about the application process, go to: http://scholarships.ua.edu/apply/

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by | August 31, 2015 · 1:50 pm

Saturday Organ Recitals in Queens’ College Chapel, Cambridge

If you find yourself in the area, do come along to what promises to be a very enjoyable series of seven Saturday Organ Recitals in Queens’ College Chapel, Cambridge, using the stunning (and very versatile) Binns Organ

1:15 pm – Free Admission

10 October 2015 – Edward Reeve (Queens’ College, Cambridge)

17 October 2015 – Jack Spencer (Queens’ College, Cambridge)

24 October 2015 – James Orford (Royal Hospital Chelsea)

31 October 2015 – Stella Hadjineophytou (Emmanuel College, Cambridge)

7 November 2015 – NO RECITAL

14 November 2015 – Peter Wright (Southwark Cathedral)

21 November 2015 – Daniel Justin (St John the Baptist Cathedral, Norwich)

28 November 2015 – Katie Lodge – Music for trumpet and organ with Edward Reeve

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by | · 1:35 pm

St Martin’s Parish Church, Brighouse – Recital of Music for Two Organs – 4 September 2015

St Martin’s Parish Church, Church Lane, Brighouse, HD6 1AT

is holding a RECITAL OF MUSIC FOR TWO ORGANS on Friday, 4 September, 2015 at 7.30 pm

Playing are:

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Robert Gower, Composer and Arranger

(Organist at St Barnabas Catholic Cathedral, Nottingham)

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Martin Singleton (Music Director at St Anselm’s, Hatch End;

Organ Tutor and Chapel Organist at Harrow School)

Tickets £10.00

Concessions £ 8.00

For tickets telephone 01484 715238 (can be booked in advance or at the door)

Ticket price includes programme and buffet supper with wine and soft drinks

 

 

 

 

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by | · 11:20 am

IAO REGIONAL ORGAN DAY – BRISTOL – 17 OCTOBER 2015 – 10.00 AM – 5.15 PM

The Incorporated Association of Organists (West of England and SE Wales) invite you to a Regional Organ Day, Bristol, on 17 October 2015, 10.00 am to 5.15 pm.  This is a varied and interesting programme of events, for Church and Chapel organists of all abilities, organ enthusiasts and those with an interest in church music from the West of England and South East Wales regions.  Visitors from outside the region are warmly invited.

Key guest speakers for the day are:

Dr Peter King (Bath Abbey) who will give a practical, educational and entertaining seminar

Gerdi Troskie (Worcester) whose ‘organists’ toolkit’ offers practical help to organists of all abilities

Mark Lee (Bristol Cathedral) who will introduce the Cathedral organ and close with a 30 minute recital

Also participating in the Organ Day programme are:

Andrew Kirk (Director of Music at St Mary Redcliffe Church)

Mark Venning (of Harrison and Harrison)

Dr John Marsh (Director of Music at The Lord Mayor’s Chapel)

For full details of the Programme of Events and how to book, e-mail BristolOrganDay@aol.com or telephone 07866 692089
Please send your booking before 26 September 2015 or book on-line at www.Bristol-Organ-Day.com

Admission: IAO or local OA Members – £18.00, Non-local OA or IAO Members – £20.00, Student in Full-Time Education – £5.00 (ticket price includes morning and afternoon coffee/tea but does not include lunch)

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