Sheffield Children’s Orchestra - Mercia School (Beginner Strings)
Beginner – this orchestra is for children (usually Y3 – Y7) who have just started learning to play their instrument (and can play a minimum of 5 notes) and those who have been learning for a number of years (up to grade 3). The Music is specially chosen by expert Music Leaders so that it is just the right level for you. You can join any time, just come along and join in!
The orchestra rehearses during term time in a number of our music centres: (you only need to attend rehearsals at one of the venues so choose which is most convenient)
Mercia School - Tuesday evening, 5.45pm – 6.45pm
Directors: David Ross and Ailsa Hoyle
Also available from:
- High Green Primary School - Wednesday evening, 4.00pm - 5.00pm Directors: Julie Doubleday, Roz Massey and Felicity Atkinson
- Bradfield Secondary School - Thursday evening, 4.00pm – 5.00pm Director: Richard Smith.
Children playing the following instruments are welcome:
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Double Bass
Last rehearsal is Tuesday 11 December and we will return back on Tuesday 8 January 2019.
The next concert that we will take part in is the Music Hub Christmas Extravaganza on Tuesday 18 December.
To join this group sign up online at least 24 hours before the first attended rehearsal.
Please note we only accept new members into groups the first two weeks of rehearsals after each school holiday. If you would like to join outside of this time period please contact the ensemble director with an expression of interest, who will advise you accordingly.
Carterknowle Road
Sheffield
S7 2EX
