CSM Workshops 2022

This selection of workshops will augment the County School of Music this year. Workshops will usually run as a short series and culminate in a performance of some kind. Full information and dates are below, as well as on the main calendar.

Play the violin

Ceilidh Band

Violin

Originating from Scotland and Ireland in the late 1800s, Ceilidh is a lively and fun traditional dance band, led by a 'caller' who teaches dances to the audience and directs them to the music! This workshop is open to violin and viola students of grade 3 standard and above.

 

The Spring series runs as follows:

  • 22nd January (1:30pm-4:30pm)

  • 12th February (1:30pm-4:30pm)

  • 19th March (1:30pm-4:30pm)

  • 2nd April (rehearsal 5:30pm, concert 7:00pm)

 

The first three rehearsals take place at SMS Centre, Bayston Hill with the final rehearsal and concert held at Shrewsbury Baptist Church.

 

Following this, the Summer series runs as follows:

  • 14th May (1:30pm-4:30pm)

  • 11th June (1:30pm-4:30pm)

  • 25th June (Shrewsbury Square performance)

  • 2nd July (Ludlow Fringe Festival performance)

  • 9th July (Social performance, venue TBC)

 

The first two rehearsals take place at SMS Centre, Bayston Hill.

 

Each series costs £45 and payment should be made to the Music Service in advance. Those experiencing financial hardship may be offered help with costs, please call 01743 874145 for a confidential conversation.

 

Please complete the online registration form here, which will direct you to payment info:

Shropshire Music Service - Instrumental Workshops 2022

 

Up to date information will always be published on the main calendar here:

Calendar | Shropshire Music Service

 

Guitar & Ukulele Beginners

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These workshops are aimed at guitar and ukulele students from beginner up to grade 2 standard. The sessions will involve learning repertoire as a large group and creating performances to celebrate.

 

The Spring series runs as follows:

  • 12th February (online)

  • 5th March (1:30pm - 4:30pm)

  • 12th March (1:30pm - 4:30pm)

  • 26th March (1:30pm - 4:30pm including informal performance)

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Following this, the Summer series runs as follows:

  • 14th May (1:30pm, online)

  • 21st May (1:30pm - 4:30pm)

  • 11th June (1:30pm - 4:30pm)

  • 18th June (1:30pm - 4:30pm)

  • 25th June (Shrewsbury Square performance)

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All rehearsals take place at SMS Centre, Bayston Hill, SY3 0NU, except for the online sessions and the final performance.

 

Each series costs £45 and payment should be made to the Music Service in advance. Those experiencing financial hardship may be offered help with costs, please call 01743 874145 for a confidential conversation.

 

Please complete the online registration form here, which will direct you to payment info:

Shropshire Music Service - Instrumental Workshops 2022

 

Up to date information will always be published on the main calendar here: Calendar | Shropshire Music Service

 

'Riffs' Rock & Pop Band

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Riffs is an opportunity to learn some well known and exciting repertoire in a typical rock/pop band setting. Open to electric guitar, bass guitar, drum kit and vocal students of grade 1 standard and above.

 

The Spring series runs as follows:

  • 5th March (9:00am-12:00pm)

  • 20th March (9:00am-12:00pm)

  • 2nd April (9:00am-12:00pm including informal performance)

 

Following this, the Summer series runs as follows:

  • 30th April (9:00am-12:00pm)

  • 14th May (9:00am-12:00pm)

  • 11th June (9:00am-12:00pm)

  • 17th June (Performance - SMS centre, 6pm rehearsal)

 

All rehearsals take place at SMS Centre, Bayston Hill, SY3 0NU.

 

Each series costs £45 and payment should be made to the Music Service in advance. Those experiencing financial hardship may be offered help with costs, please call 01743 874145 for a confidential conversation.

 

Please complete the online registration form here, which will direct you to payment info:

Shropshire Music Service - Instrumental Workshops 2022

 

Up to date information will always be published on the main calendar here:

Calendar | Shropshire Music Service

 

Keyboard

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This one-off workshop takes place on Saturday 11th June 2022, at Shrewsbury Baptist Church, Crowmere Road, SY2 5JJ.

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It is open to players of all standards, and will be a chance to learn keyboard repertoire in a large group setting. 

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Please complete the online registration form here, which will direct you to payment info:

Shropshire Music Service - Instrumental Workshops 2022

 

Up to date information will always be published on the main calendar here: Calendar | Shropshire Music Service