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Community Choir and Orchestra in Barrow-in-Furness and Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria from Anastasia Micklethwaite |
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To learn more about our Musical Director click HERE
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Welcome to Furness Music Centre. We are a true community music centre in the Furness Peninsula in South Cumbria, catering for all ages and abilities of people who want to make music with others. If you are an orchestral or choral musician, you may like to join one of our groups at our Saturday Music School, and enjoy ensemble music or singing in a choir. If you a music lover who is looking to learn more about concerts in the region, there are many events throughout the year that you are welcome to attend, and we are certain that you will find something to suit your musical preference! We also offer a two year twilight study course for the GCSE Music qualification - open to all ages. Do scroll down this site to find out what we are doing this year, and feel free to contact us by phone or email for more details. We look forward to welcoming you at one of our rehearsals, workshops or concerts very soon.
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8th ANNUAL DALTON PROMS - JUNE 30th 2010All your favourite classics including Land of Hope & Glory, Rule Britannia!, Radetzky March, Torreador's Song, and more! 7pm Dowdales School £4 on the door - includes tea/coffee Local Bands, Orchestra and Mass Choirs * BBQ Food * Charity Raffle |
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SATURDAY MUSIC SCHOOL
ALL AGES & ABILITIES WELCOME TO EACH SESSION
Fees for 2009-10 (per Term):
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Future Tours, Concerts & Events:
CALL 01229 469812 OR EMAIL INFO@FURNESSMUSICCENTRE.COM FOR MORE DETAILS ON EVENTS OR TO JOIN US |
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Get Ahead with GCSE MusicThursdays 4 - 6.30pm, Dowdales School BRAND NEW 2 Year Course involving performance, composition and listening. Covers a wide range of music and genres. This is an EXPRESS course - Students should play an instrument or sing solo confidently, and read music. New candidates now being accepted for next course beginning September 2010. Fee £60 per term plus exam entry and text books. |
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VOCAL MASTERCLASSES with JOHN POWELLAcclaimed Choral Director, Singing Teacher and Bass-Baritone, John Powell will be leading 2 Masterclasses in Voice in 2010. This is a remarkable opportunity for Young Singers to gain experience in a friendly, open environment. Applications for the June class are now closed. Applications for the Lieder/Opera/Oratorio Class must received in writing by September 15th.Friday June 25th 6-9pm, The Muse, Dowdales School - Young Singers (13-18) - open choice of song Friday October 15th - 6-9pm, The Muse, Dowdales School - College Level & Young Professionals - German Leider & Opera/Oratorio Arias Singers wishing to take part should write to The Director at Furness Music Centre (Nelson St, Dalton-in-Furness LA15 8AH or email info@furnessmusiccentre.com), completing the official application form and indicating how they believe the class will benefit them. 2 additional copies of all songs are required on application for submission for the official accompanist and the tutor. There is a £10 admin fee to take part in the Lieder /Opera Class, with a retiring charity collection for audience members. Cheques should be payable to "Friends of Furness Music Centre". Application forms can be received by emailing info@furnessmusiccentre.com or calling 01229 469812 |
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Fancy Learning the Cello or the Tuba? Maybe the trumpet or the Euphonium? How about the Bassoon or the Viola?
We have the following instruments available for FREE loan and for practice purposes: Bassoon
1 x full size Cello (suitable for high school student or adult)
3 x 3/4 size cellos (suitable for children)
2 x Violas
1 x Trumpet
1 x Cornet
1 x Accordian (full size piano accordian)
Celtic Harp (access on site only)
Tutor list available on request Subsidised 1:1 tuition available for certain instruments
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FIRST EVER FURNESS MUSIC CENTRE AWARDS DINNER & CHARITY FUND RAISERMusic from "Fiery Furness", directed by John Powell October 16th 2010, The Coot on the Tarn, Great Urswick Concert 7pm. Dinner 9pm. Black Tie Tickets £25 (non members) / £20 members - in advance from Swirl How, 14 Abbey Heights, Ireleth, Cumbria LA16 7HT Telephone 07952 601568 or email info@furnessmusiccentre.com for more details |
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Ask Anastasia for details of local retailers
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A REVOLUTIONARY NEW FLUTE FOR LITTLE HANDS:THE NEW JUPITER PRODIGY - SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR SMALL CHILDREN
EXPERT WOODWIND REPAIR by David Kyle 8 Meeting House Lane, Ulverston LA12 9ND Telephone: 01229 480060 / 0752 8405285 Email: david@intunewoodwind.com |
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WELL-LOVED THEMED "FUN" CONCERTS:
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Would you volunteer for a local charity?Would you like to lend your talents to help develop the musical life of our community? We need help with advertising, admin, catering at events, ticket sales, concert set-up, interval refreshments, supervision of young people during concerts (CRB checks needed) and more.Please call Anastasia on 469812 if you would like to learn how you can help |
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Become a Friend of Furness Music CentreWe welcome financial aid, donation of orchestral musical instruments, and project-based assistance. We are also looking for continued help with with marketing and concert management. Current and past significant sponsors and benefactors include:
For details of how to donate to a worthy cause and help young people develop their musical education, please call us at the music centre on 01229 469812 or email us at info@furnessmusiccentre.com . If you are a UK tax payer please ask us about donating using Gift Aid. Friends of Furness Music Centre is a registered charity in England no. 112934 |
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