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Diocese of Leeds Organists’ Training Programme Masterclasses – venue change

Please note change of venue.  Arrangements have now been made to use the organ in St Robert’s, Harrogate (Robert Street, Harrogate HG1 1HP), which is a fine two-manual Hill
(http://www.npor.org.uk/NPORView.html?RI=N02918). The church is under five minutes’ walk from the station, and there is plenty of on-street parking,  or in the multi-storey car park.
 
 If you require any further information or think that you  might like to play in either of the classes, please contact David Pipe direct (contact details below).   Places for players are still available and observers are encouraged to attend as well.  
 
 
David Pipe
Director of the Organists’ Training Programme & Cathedral Organist
Diocese of Leeds
07810 810494

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RCO ACADEMY SUMMER COURSE 2017

THE RCO ACADEMY SUMMER COURSE

MONDAY 31 JULY TO SATURDAY 5 AUGUST 2017

IN THE CITY OF LONDON

(founded by Anne Marsden Thomas MBE)

Summer Course 2017

Please see above link for booking form/information regarding the above summer course, to be held Monday 31 July to Saturday 5 August 2017.  

Ideally, please book through the website at https://www.rco.org.uk/events.php?eventid=476  but if this is not possible, you can print off the form and post a cheque to RCO Bookings (address below).  

www.rco.org.uk

Correspondence address: RCO Bookings and Accounts, PO Box 7328, New Milton, Hampshire, 
BH25 9DU

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THE ORGAN SCHOLAR EXPERIENCE (TOSE) JULY 2017

JOIN US AT THE QUEEN’S COLLEGE, OXFORD

FOR THE ORGAN SCHOLAR EXPERIENCE (TOSE)

TUESDAY 18 JULY TO SUNDAY 23 JULY 2017

45 PLACES AND A WARM WELCOME FOR TEENAGERS AGED 14 TO 19 YEARS

FOR FULL DETAILS PLEASE OPEN THE FOLLOWING LINK: book-for-tose-2017

BOOK ONLINE NOW AT: TOSE

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Master Class with Henry Fairs – 13 November 2016

There is one place available for a student who would like to play for Henry Fairs
on Sunday 13 November  2016,  2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
at the Royal Hospital School
The class is free, and would suit somebody in the ABRSM 6-8/ARCO bracket. The chapel organ is a 4-man, 1933 HNB.
The nearest station is Manningtree, and transport to the school can be provided.
For further details or information please contact Drew CantrillHenry Fairs

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OCTOBER COURSES FOR YOUNG ORGANISTS – RCO ACADEMY

AN OPPORTUNITY TO SPEND A FEW DAYS IN EDINBURGH AMIDST THE AUTUMN COLOURS

AND THE SUPERB ORGANS

RCO Academy in Edinburgh at autumn half-term 2016

LIFELONG LEARNING AND ACCREDITATION FROM THE

ROYAL COLLEGE OF ORGANISTS

YOUNG ORGANISTS IN TRANSITION

OCTOBER COURSES FOR YOUNG ORGANISTS

IN A RELAXED HALF-TERM ATMOSPHERE

sign up for

FIND YOUR FEET!

(early steps in organ playing – ideal for young people age 8 to 15 –

especially pianists who’d love to try the pipe organ)

and

BUILD YOUR SKILLS!

(ambitious teenage organists develop Style and Technique)

Friday 28 to Sunday 30 October 2016 in Edinburgh

INFORMATION AND EASY ONLINE BOOKING AT

https://www.rco.org.uk/events.php?eventid=461

Please see attachment:  book-for-fyf-and-bys-2016-1

(James Parsons: 07887 537773)

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Call for expressions of interest in directing RCO activities

Call for expressions of interest in directing RCO activities in N. England, N. Wales, and The Isle of Man

The Royal College of Organists is seeking to expand its teaching and accreditation activities across the UK, so as better to serve the needs of those who play the organ and direct choirs. A recent survey of the sector, conducted by the College, showed that there was demand for greater local delivery of such activities across a broader spectrum, ranging from beginners through to development opportunities for professionals, and embracing both secular and religious contexts. The College has responded to this in a number of ways, including that of introducing a devolved management structure across four areas of the country. Further information on the College’s activities and planned developments may be obtained from the website www.rco.org.uk and at https://www.rco.org.uk/irco.php.

 This call invites expressions of interest in directing the College’s current and future activities in the North of England, North Wales, and The Isle of Man – from individuals or organisations. The attached brief outlines the role and I will be happy to discuss it informally if further detail would be helpful; please email me at philip.meaden@rco.org.uk to arrange a suitable time.

 The role is available immediately and tenders may be submitted at any time until noon on 21 September. They should be sent to me at the email address given above, and should demonstrate clearly how the applicant is qualified to carry out the role as described in the brief, and the way(s) in which the various duties would be discharged. Please note that CVs alone will not be considered.

Philip Meaden, Director, Royal College of Organists

 Telephone: 05600 767 208 (office); 0113 278 2818 (direct)

 Correspondence address: PO Box 7328, NEW MILTON BH25 5NL

 Registered address (not for correspondence): Royal College of Organists, 120 Pall Mall LONDON SW1Y 5EA

 Incorporated by Royal Charter, Registered Charity Number 312847

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HOA MASTER CLASS AT CHRIST CHURCH, LINTHWAITE

IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE HALIFAX ORGAN ACADEMY, THERE WILL BE A MASTER CLASS
ON SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY 2017, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
AT CHRIST CHURCH, CHURCH LANE, LINTHWAITE,
HUDDERSFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD7 5TA
European Romantic Repertoire Course
David Pipe leads a class on European Romantic repertoire (c.1830-1930, e.g. Mendelssohn, Brahms, Widor), dealing with topics of registration, technique and performance style. This class is in association with the Halifax Organ Academy and teaching time will be 14:00 to 17:00 with a short break. Class size is limited to six players, but there is no limit on observer numbers (all standards).
Biography
David Pipe 
David Pipe has been Director of the Organists Training Programme and Cathedral Organist in the Diocese of Leeds since May 2016. Prior to this appointment, he was Assistant Director of Music at York Minster. David read Music at the University of Cambridge as Organ Scholar of Downing College, and followed this with postgraduate study at the Royal Academy of Music.
Equally active as organist and conductor, David enjoys performing a wide-ranging repertoire, and has recorded regularly as accompanist and soloist. Former students have been awarded Oxbridge organ scholarships and prizes at RCO diplomas.
christ-church-linthwaiteChrist Church, Linthwaite
Christ Church Organchrist-church-organ
Booking details to follow via the Royal College of OrganistsRCO bookings

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ORGAN RECITALS AND CHORAL SERVICES IN CAMBRIDGE

ORGAN RECITALS AND CHORAL SERVICES IN CAMBRIDGE (DURING RCO’S TOSE)

RCO’S THE ORGAN SCHOLAR EXPERIENCE – A RESIDENTIAL COURSE FOR YOUNG ORGANISTS

TUESDAY 19TH JULY  TO SUNDAY 24TH JULY 2016

Features ten recitals and choral services; members of the public are warmly invited to attend these events.  Choral services will be directed and performed by students, who will sing, accompany and conduct.

FREE ADMISSION TO ALL EVENTS EXCEPT ORGAN RECITAL IN ELY CATHEDRAL, FOR WHICH TICKETS (£10:00) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE DOOR OR IN ADVANCE VIA Ely Cathedral tickets (FREE FOR ACCOMPANIED UNDER-16s)

FOR FULL PROGRAMME DETAILS PLEASE OPEN THE FOLLOWING LINK:

RCO EVENTS in Cambridge, July 16

RCO

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RCO ACADEMY ORGAN SCHOOL – CLASS VACANCIES 2016

Please see link below for details of RCO Academy class vacancies.  

Of particular interest may be the three classes listed below which are being run in conjunction with the

Halifax Organ Academy:

Saturday 16 July 2016 – 14:00-17:00 – Repertoire and Interpretation (All standards) – Halifax Minster, Causeway, Halifax, HX1 1QL

Bring any piece, and get help and inspiration from Prof David Baker on either or both organs in the Minster. You will leave with fresh ideas for improving your technique and developing your repertoire.

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Saturday 24 September 2016 – 12:15-15:15 – Technique class (All standards) – Heptonstall Parish Church, Hebden Bridge, HX7 7NT

Anne Marsden Thomas offers supportive guidance on all aspects of technique, particularly relating to the pedals, in any repertoire you bring.

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Saturday 26 November 2016 – 13:00-16:00 – Protestant Germany, 1650-1750 – (Diploma 1) – St Patrick’s Church, 32 New North Road, Huddersfield, HD1 5JY

James Parsons coaches students in any piece you choose from a golden period that included the music of J.S. Bach. Although all are welcome, this class will especially interest those studying this repertoire for ARCO written papers in 2016, 2017.

Class update at 26.4.16

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RCO ACADEMY IN ST ANDREWS – 30 MAY 2016

Organists – join us in St Andrews, Scotland

 on Spring Bank Holiday Monday 30 May 2016

09:30 to 17:30

RCO ACADEMY in association with ST ANDREWS UNIVERSITY promotes

RAISE YOUR GAME!

Inspiration day for organists of all ages and stages

Organists—join us in St Andrews on 30 May 2016 (1)

A great ‘hands-on’ day-programme with tuition in graded classes

Also ideal for pianists who would like to try the organ

Play the superb pipe organs in St Andrews

and receive top tips from tutors

TO BOOK AND FOR ENQUIRIES: see attached flyer

 

 

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