Newsletter 103

January 2010

Colne Valley Youth Orchestra and Training Orchestra

Newsletter 103 January 2010

St Mark’s Residential Weekend 13th-15th November

This was a very successful weekend. Many of the new players on the Main Orchestra attended the weekend and had a great time. It was an opportunity for them to get to know everyone else socially and everyone enjoyed themselves. It is also a key time for the introduction of new orchestral pieces and the review of existing pieces that will be used during the year. The weekend was a great success both musically and socially, with the ‘X factor’ being a popular event!

Training Orchestra Christmas Concert Sunday 13th December

The training Orchestra put on a very entertaining concert on the Sunday afternoon with both ensemble and solo pieces included in the repertoire. The music was well received by the audience and everyone enjoyed the mince pies afterwards. Thanks to the Main Orchestra helpers who gave up their time in support of this event which sets the tone for Christmas.

Teddy Bear’s Picnic Concert Sunday 24th January

The annual Teddy Bear’s Picnic at the Moot Hall in support of the Mayor’s Charities is almost upon us. A reminder that the rehearsal starts at 10am at the Moot Hall with the concert starting at 2.30pm.

Please remember to bring your teddy and a child-friendly prize for the raffle.

Dress is black trousers/skirt and shoes with CVYO t-shirt. Should anyone need a t-shirt these will be available at the start of the rehearsal and cost £6.

Tickets are £5 for adults, £3.50 for under 16s and a family ticket is £15 for two adults and two children. These are available from Mann’s Music or on the door

Play for Pleasure Holiday Orchestra 15th and 16th February

This successful event is running again in 2010. There are two days of music making and fun which culminate in a concert on Tuesday evening at 7.30pm. This is open to Training Orchestra members and anyone else who is interested in getting involved in music making for pleasure. If you haven’t signed up for it yet the details are on the attached letter. Main Orchestra helpers are required please, let Alice or Abi know if you can help for some or all of the time.

Rehearsals:

These continue as usual for the Main Orchestra on February 28th, March 21st and April 25th. Please note that there is a short rehearsal (10 – 1) on May 9th (see ‘Future dates’ list for details)

For the Training Orchestra there is no February rehearsal due to the Play for Pleasure Holiday Orchestra during half term. Normal rehearsals recommence on March 21st from 2-4pm and there are further rehearsals on April 25th and May 9th (see ‘Future Dates’ list for details)

Joint TO/MO Concert and Strawberry Tea Sunday 27th June

This year’s joint concert sees a change of venue to The Garrison Officers’ Club, which has plenty of parking. Rehearsal is from 10.00 – 1.00 with the concert starting at 2.30. Concert dress is black skirt/trousers and shoes with blue CVYO t-shirt. Please bring lunch and plenty to drink

Main Orchestra Tour Monday 26th – Friday 30th July

This year’s tour is to Ouistreham in Normandy. It is a fantastic opportunity to play abroad and is often the highlight of the year for the players. If you haven’t signed up yet and would like to go please see the details on the website and contact Mike Boddy asap. If you have signed up, a reminder that the next payment of £150 is due on 20th March.

Gala Concert Saturday 4th September

This will be held as usual in St Botolph’s Church. Details on the ‘Future dates’ list