LYDIAN TRAINING ORCHESTRA
The Training Orchestra, founded
by June Clements in 1989, provides the opportunity for young
musicians to gain orchestral experience of a high standard from
their early days of learning their instrument. Many players go on
to become members of the main Lydian Orchestra and there are also
shared performances with them at some concerts. The Lydian
Training Orchestra is under the direction of its Artistic
Director, Ethan Merrick.
Who can
join?
The Training Orchestra is open to players aged 8 – 15
the minimum standard required is:
Strings - Grade 4 or above
Wind and Brass- Grade 5 or above
Enjoying the sun at Dorton House October 2007
Two weekend courses are run each year during February half-term and October half-term. Both courses include full rehearsals plus sectional coaching sessions by wind and string specialists, culminating in an informal concert for parents and friends. They also include organised recreational time.
For
Further Information and details of future courses
Please contact Margaret Parker who is the Lydian Training
Orchestra Administrator
Tel. 01732 456831..... E-mail: margaretcparker@btinternet.com
Great News for Training
Orchestra Players!
It has been decided that Lydian Training
Orchestra members who have attended a Training Orchestra Course in the previous
18 months will be admitted free to all Lydian Concerts. The concession applies
only to the Player. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please contact
our Secretary, Harriet Draper, (contact details on home page), who will advise
you how to get tickets