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November 2008 | ||
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Open rehearsal Sunday 21st September The Open Rehearsal for both the main orchestra and the training orchestra was attended by lots of new people. In total 37 people attended the training orchestra rehearsal. There were a number of new people at the main orchestra rehearsal as well. As well as losing the students who were leaving to go to university, a few of the existing members have not returned to play in the main orchestra this year. Despite this the rehearsal went well and the pizza lunch was enjoyed by all. Don’t forget that if you know of someone who would like to join, they can do this at any time during the year, so encourage them and bring them along.
AGM Sunday 19th October The AGM was well attended this year and a number of changes were made to the committee. Thanks were extended to the many people who help out during the year in all capacities, but particularly to people who were standing down. You don’t have to be on the committee to help out, if you think that you could help in any way please contact the Chair, Phil Brew on 01206 562150
Oyster Feast Friday 31st October 26 players from the main orchestra turned out and squeezed themselves onto the balcony to play at the Oyster Feast. They played extremely well and received a large number of positive comments from the guests. The repertoire was played through more than once, which gave the orchestra a great opportunity to hone their skills!
Charity Concert Friday 7th November The main orchestra gathered at the Moot Hall once again on Friday to play at a Charity Concert. The concert went very well with the orchestra playing with enthusiasm. The audience appreciated the music whilst they were eating.
St Marks Residential Weekend 14th-16th November The residential weekend takes place at St Mark’s College in Saffron Walden. A reminder to meet at 5pm at the Middleborough layby with your clothes, instrument and plenty of enthusiasm. Pick up (also at Middleborough) should be at approximately 3.30pm on Sunday.
Stanway Concert Friday 5th December (Main Orchestra) This concert at Stanway Village Hall, which begins at 7.30pm, is open to the public. The rehearsal for the concert begins at 12.30 (eat lunch first!!) and the concert begins at 3pm in the drama studio at the college. Tickets will be available on the door: Adults £3 concessions £2, which includes a drink and a mince pie. TO members will need blue Colne Valley t-shirts. These are £6 and will be available at the November rehearsal and on the day.
Teddy Bears’ Picnic Concert Sunday 25th January (Main Orchestra) This event takes place in the Moot Hall at 2.30, with the rehearsal beginning at 10am. The event is open to the public and supports the Mayor’s charities. Please remember to bring your teddy bear and a raffle prize suitable for a child.
Holiday Orchestra Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th February Details of the holiday orchestra, which is for the training orchestra and anyone else who is interested, will be available at the Training Orchestra Christmas concert on Sunday 7th December
Main Orchestra Tour to Wetzlar 20th -26th July The main orchestra tour for 2009 returns to Wetzlar. The cost of the tour is £325. This is a great opportunity for the main orchestra to travel and play abroad, so remember to return your deposits of £50 (cheques payable to Colchester Youth Orchestra Tour) Mike Boddy, 175 Lexden Rd , Colchester CO3 3TE by December 3rd.
NOT ABLE TO ATTEND? Ring 07957 153174, the CVYO mobile no. for parents and members to use (both M.O. and T.O.) should they need to contact the MO or TO at rehearsals, on tours, at concerts etc. (e.g. If you are unable to attend on the morning of a rehearsal, please let Nigel and Beverley know. Nigel can still be contacted by email on hildrethnigel@colchsfc.ac.uk or by telephone at the college on 01206-500733. If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend an event it does help the conductors with their planning to know as soon as possible.
MOBILE ALERT! The Colne Valley mobile disappeared after the AGM. If anyone knows where it is please let Nigel know as a matter of urgency. In the meantime, if you cannot make a rehearsal please use Phil Brew’s no. 07876763379 | ||
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