WEEK ONE 27 July – 3 August
Sinfonia
Oliver Nelson conductor
The Sinfonia welcomes orchestral instrumentalists of a wide range of standards from Grades 5 to 8 and upwards. It is suitable for the experienced amateur, late learners and those returning after a playing break.
“The quality of leadership and enthusiasm for our achievements was outstanding“
The ethos of the course is friendly, supportive and enthusiastic, combining the warmth and camaraderie of a community orchestra with an aspirational approach to learning some of the great works from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Orchestral instrumentalists of all types are welcome and it will suit both players who wish to further their orchestral experience and those who wish to expand their musical skills.
Aside from rehearsals and a concert towards the end of the week, there is ample leisure time in which course members can opt to form chamber music groups, attend professional and student recitals and concerts, or simply socialise and relax.
Repertoire
Britten Soirées Musicales, Op.9
Elgar Pomp and Circumstance March No.2 in A minor, Op.39
Holst trans: Kent Second Suite in F, Op.28, No.2
Grieg Peer Gynt Suite No.1, Op.46
Sibelius Karelia Suite, Op.11
Strauss Thunder and Lightning Polka, Op.324
Other orchestral courses at Sherborne this summer
Chamber Orchestra 27 July – 3 August
Wind Ensemble 27 July – 3 August
Symphony Orchestra 3 – 10 August