This is the first in a series of Summer Organ Recitals this term.

Shrewsbury High School Prep Trebles sing ‘Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo’ - music by Joseph Horovitz; libretto by Michael Flanders (of Flanders & Swann fame).

The concert will also include organ music played by pupils from Shrewsbury School.

A complimentary glass of cava and strawberries will be served after the recital.

Admission is free and no prior booking is required.

Future Summer Organ Recitals:
Wednesday 12th June at 6.30pm - Alex Mason (Director of Chapel Choir, Shrewsbury School) plays music by Bach, Tournemire and Mendelssohn and concludes with an improvisation on a theme submitted by a member of the audience.

Wednesday 19th June at 6.30pm - Martyn Rawles (Organist of Lichfield Cathedral) plays works by Brahms, Reger and Howells

An evening of Chamber Music performed by François Ragot (cello), Fanny Kobus (viola) David Joyce (violin) and John Moore (piano).

François Ragot is recognised as one of the great Catalan cellists, touring internationally as both a soloist and with his own Formations de Chambres des Pays Catalans.

François studied at the Royal College of Music in London and the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris. He plays a cello that was crafted for him by his grandfather and played by the great Pablo Casals, who was a major influence on his life.

Programme to include: Schumann's Piano Quartet, Fauré's Piano Quartet and other works.

Tickets £10 from www.shrewsburyschool.ticketsource.co.uk or from Darren Wood on 01743 280810

This day course run by Louise Latham gives experienced string players the chance to play two of the best loved pieces from the English string repertoire: “Fantasia on a theme by Thomas Tallis” by Vaughan Williams and “Serenade for Strings” by Elgar.  There will be three sessions and an informal play through at the end for which friends and family members may join us.  Drinks and a deli style lunch will be provided.  Bowed parts will be provided on the day and the music can be viewed on the Petrucci website.

The sessions will be as follows:
10.00 – 11.15
Coffee
11.45 – 1.00
Lunch
2.00 – 3.15
Tea
3.45 Playthrough

Louise Latham is a professional violinist and teacher.  For a full biography and details of similar courses please visit www.louiselathamstrings.org .  You can contact Louise through the site with any queries about the course.

The cost for the day is £25.  The maximum number that can be accommodated is 25, so booking is essential. Please state instrument when applying, and make cheques payable to Shrewsbury School.  Please ensure that you give full contact details with the payment.

All Lifelong Learning events are open to members of the public; please reserve places by contacting Chris Conway, Director of Lifelong Learning: cwc@shrewsbury.org.uk / 01743 280555.

Alex Mason (Director of Chapel Choir, Shrewsbury School) plays organ music by Bach, Tournemire and Mendelssohn and concludes with an improvisation on a theme submitted by a member of the audience.

A complimentary glass of wine and strawberries will be served after the recital.

Admission is free and no prior booking is required.

The final concert in the Summer Organ Recital Series is on Wednesday 19th June at 6.30pm: Martyn Rawles (Organist of Lichfield Cathedral) puts the organ through its paces in a programme including works by Brahms, Reger and Howells

In the final concert in the Summer Organ Recital Series, Martyn Rawles (Organist of Lichfield Cathedral and Organ Tutor at Shrewsbury School) puts the organ through its paces in a programme including works by Brahms, Reger and Howells

A complimentary glass of wine and strawberries will be served after the recital.

Admission is free and no prior booking is required.

A five-day residential and non-residential course. English Camerata offer extensive coaching in an exciting classical chamber music environment for ensembles and instrumentalists playing the following instruments and more:

 - Piano and Harpsichord
 - Strings (violin, cello, viola, and double bass by arrangement)
 - Wind (bassoon, clarinet, oboe, cor anglais, flute)
 - Brass instruments (French horn, trumpet, trombone)

More information can be found at www.englishcamerata.org.uk.

NCCGB courses are held twice each year, during the Easter and summer holidays.  All courses are residential. The children in the choir are able to join from ages 9 – 14, and an appropriate level of family care is offered for these young people. 

Each child is encouraged to develop their ability within a caring environment, with plenty of opportunites for practice and performance. Talented young singers from throughout the United Kingdom have the opportunity to work together and enjoy making music under the guidance of inspired teachers.  Please see www.nccgb.com for more information.

English Brass Academy offers learning and performance opportunities for brass and percussion players of all ages and abilities. Paul Archibald, a trumpeter with an international reputation for his work as a performer and educator, is supported by a team of tutors renowned for their performing skills and for their holistic approach to education.

English Brass is one of the most innovative brass groups in the world and the Academy is a natural extension of its educational philosophy.The Brass Academy summer course will offer the opportunity to children of all abilities up to Grade 8 to work with highly experienced performers and teachers. Every player will:

- work in small ensembles
- work in large ensembles
- create a collaborative work for all ability levels with the Brass Studio
- receive individual feedback in a performance workshop
- take part in performance preparation workshops
- enjoy an sports and activities programme devised by a sports coach
- work towards a Final Performance.

All parents will receive written feedback from the course tutor

The aim of the course is to develop the musical, technical and mental approach to performing and to develop a real sense of community and teamwork through sports and activities. All the sessions will be personal, inclusive and part of a process to raise self-awareness, self-esteem and confidence.

Please see www.englishbrassacademy.co.uk for more information.