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International Organ Competition, Paris
Applications invited for: International Organ Competition
23rd – 27th October 2017, Paris
For the first time the Académie André Marchal and the Association Gaston Litaize are joining forces to put on this competition which features both Interpretation and Improvisation categories.
The competition is open to all organists regardless of age and nationality
First Prize (for each category): 3000 EUR.
Other prize categories (amongst others) include ‘best interpretation of Bach’ and ‘best performance of contemporary work (written post 2000)’.
Applications to compete are invited and should be submitted between 15th April and 8th July 2017.
Applications should be accompanied by a recent CV and photo, the entry fee of 60 euros (per category) and a recent recording as stipulated in the rules
Application forms can be downloaded here (The website is in French, however a number of web browsers are capable of translating content).
The panel will be headed by Louis Robillard (France).
Further information can be found on their website:
http://www.academieandremarchal.org/concours20151/index.html
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ORGAN RECITAL AND LIVE LOOPING AT ST THOMAS, HEPTONSTALL
AFTERNOON TEAS WITH ORGAN RECITAL
AT ST THOMAS’ CHURCH,
12 BECKETTS CLOSE,
HEPTONSTALL, HEBDEN BRIDGE, HX7 7LJ
On Sunday 23rd October 2016 from 2.30pm afternoon teas will be available at St Thomas. At 3.00 pm Pam Hulme will be playing the organ and live looping “Melody <-> Rhythm”.
For more information go to www.urbanorgan.org or via Facebook: Metamorphosis: Urban-Organ.
Admission is free with a retiring collection.
FLYER ATTACHED: pam-hulme-melody-rhythm-docx
Revd Howard Pask
Vicar of Hebden Bridge and Heptonstall
T: 01422 842138
Vicar of Hebden Bridge and Heptonstall
T: 01422 842138
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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
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YOUNG ORGANISTS IN TRANSITION
OCTOBER COURSES FOR YOUNG ORGANISTS
IN A RELAXED HALF-TERM ATMOSPHERE
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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)
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Friday 28 to Sunday 30 October 2016 in Edinburgh
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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