Spires
Philharmonic Orchestra & Chorus
21 September 2024: Orchestra Play Day - Beethoven's Ninth
Sat, 21 Sept
|Baginton Road URC
Join Spires Philharmonic Orchestra in our third annual Orchestra Play Day as we explore the wonders of Beethoven's ninth Symphony in just one day, culminating in a free informal performance joined by soloists and members of Spires Philharmonic Chorus
Time & Location
21 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 17:30
Baginton Road URC, Baginton Rd, Coventry CV3 6FP, UK
About The Event
Join Spires Philharmonic Orchestra in our third annual Orchestra Play Day as we explore the wonders of Beethoven's ninth Symphony in just one day, culminating in a free informal performance joined by soloists and members of Spires Philharmonic Chorus.
On 21 September, Spires Philharmonic Orchestra will be hosting a Play Day exploring Beethoven's masterpiece, his Symphony No. 9 "Choral".
The orchestra will be led by our professional leader, Alistair Kennedy and conducted by Spires Music Director, Jack Lovell-Huckle. Spires Philharmonic Orchestra is made up from local professional, semi-professional and amateur players from across the West and East Midlands, specialising in accompanying large scale choral repertoire, working regularly with Spires Philharmonic Chorus at prestigious venues across Coventry, including Coventry Cathedral.
However, 21 September the focus will shift towards the orchestra and we are keen to hear from you if you are interested in joining us for what promises to be an exhilarating day of music making.
Registration is from 9:30am, rehearsals starting at 10am. The day will end with an informal run through at 4:30pm and we welcome anyone to come and be our audience, free of charge. Original music will be provided on the day and practice parts can be provided in advance. Tea/Coffee will be available during regular breaks and there is ample free parking at the venue. All we ask is that you bring a music stand and recommend that you bring some lunch. The venue is Baginton Road United Reformed Church, 83 Baginton Rd, Coventry, CV3 6FP.
Although no formal grades are required we would expect participants to be comfortable playing music of this level, at least grade 6 and above would be desirable. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email us at spiresphilharmonic@gmail.com.
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