14th Internation Week of Beer and Music
15-22 July 2007, Perrott Hill, Somerset
The Week of Beer and Music is an annual event held for the benefit of young professionals and music students from across the globe who wish to gain orchestral experience in a profesional climate. The first three days are given over to rehearsals, including sectionals with some of the country's most experienced orchestral players. There are then three public performances in stunning venues.
The week is also a great time for relaxation, with an open air pool, several tennis courts and acres of sports fields to enjoy at this year's venue Perrott Hill School near Crewkerne in Somerset, where meals are frequent and the staff very friendly. And don't forget the free beer, sponsored by Uley Brewery.
ProgrammeWhere & when? Who can apply?How much will it cost?How to apply
Programme
Britten - Young Persons' Guide to the Orchestra
Michael Csanyi-Wills - Saxophone Concerto
Rachmaninov - Symphony No.2
Conductor - Philip Mackenzie, Leader - Francesca Barritt, Soloist - Amy Dickson
Strings Tutor - Mark Messenger, Wind Tutor - Edwin Roxburgh, Brass Tutor - Peter Bassano
Chamber music is a strong element within the course, which includes an informal chamber event during the week and a public concert in Chipping Sodbury on Saturday 21st July. Selected groups will receive coaching from the visiting specialists.
Poulenc - Sextet
Dvorak - Serenade in D minor
Prokofiev - Peter and the Wolf
Where and when?
Sun 15 July - Arrive at Perrott Hill by 5 pm. Map & directions
Wed 18 July - Concert in Exeter Cathedral
Thu 19 July - Concert in Wells Cathedral
Sat 21 July - Chamber Concert in Chipping Sodbury
Who can apply?
The course is open to music students and young professionals from anywhere in the world. Whilst many applications come from Conservatoires, we warmly encourage applicants from Universities and from anyone hoping to be in the profession soon.
There is one place available for an assistant conductor, including some tuition and the opportunity to conduct in one of the concerts. Contact us for more details
There are a few places for non-orchestra players. The cost is the same, but you will be expected to carry out a few duties, such as shifting percussion, selling programmes and stewarding at concerts.
How much will it cost?
£160 is all it costs for the week. This takes care of all your needs, including travel to the concerts, although you may need some money for the bar if you don't like beer. There is also a returnable damages deposit of £20, which will be refunded after course (all being well).
If you know of a company or individual who will pay half or more of your fee, your benefactor will be named in the programmes as Sponsor of your Chair. (Students often get their parents to sponsor their chair.) Many music colleges will help with the cost of courses, if applied for in good time. We will offer five half price places to people with genuine financial hardships. Contact us for more details
How to apply?
Download & complete this form (word format)and send to the address at the bottom of the form. Or contact us to be sent a form.
If you apply before 1 May 2007, enclose a cheque for £60. You'll have one month before you need to pay the balance of £100. If you apply on or after 1 May 2007, enclose a cheque for the full £160. Cheques should be made payable to: Amadeus Chorus and Orchestra.
If you haven't been on the course before, please enclose a current CV. If you're not accepted, your cheque will be returned immediately. If you're accepted, you'll also be asked for a damage deposit cheque for £20, which will not be cashed unless damage is caused.
Free Beer!
Anyone who's been on the course before will know that the free beer in the evenings is an integral part of the week. We aim to provide as many different types of real ale as possible - a lot will come from Uley Brewery, one of our sponsors. If you don't like beer, don't worry, there's plenty of choice in the very cheap bar!
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