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West Music School
The South West Music School is now recruiting for 2008/09 and
is now open for applications. The closing date for applications
is Friday 9th May.
Who are South West Music School?
• South West Music School has been developed and is overseen
by a unique partnership comprising of
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Dartington Plus, Federation of
Music South West, Wells Cathedral School and Wiltshire Music Centre.
• South West Music School is part of a new Department of
Children, Schools and Families network of Centres of
Advanced Training for exceptionally talented young musicians aged
between 8 and 18.
• South West Music School provides a package of specialist
educational support consisting of mentoring,
individual tuition and development and residential projects. There
will also be opportunities to be involved in programmes and projects
delivered by the partnership.
• The South West Music School programme is inclusive-ranging
from Reggae to Rock, Folk to Flamenco and Bach to Bhangra. Open
to all, regardless of musical or personal background.
Who Should Apply?
Exceptionally talented musicians between the ages of 8-16 who
wish to dedicate a significant amount of time to developing their
instrumental and musical skills. SWMS runs a two stage application
process which is informal and friendly. We will be looking for
a combination of potential and passion for music as well as exceptional
talent.
For more information and application forms please visit the SWMS
website
Or contact: 01803 847011, info@swms.org.uk
What SWMS students say:
"Really looking forward to the next SWMS residential,
it's great having a weekend just totally dedicated to all aspects
of music. I'm also looking forward to seeing the other students,
as they're the best musicians of the same age as me I've met,
it's great fun playing with them."
"SWMS has provided me with fantastic,
top quality instrumental teachers who are helping me to progress,
fast!. Since I've been on SWMS I've been introduced to different
styles of music which I hadn't experienced before."
"I enjoy working with other musicians who all work in
different ways which I can learn from."<
"I love being with people who share a passion for music,
want to work hard for it and have fun."
"The support I need is determined and provided."
"There have been many opportunities that have opened
up."
"the last course had a hardworking but social atmosphere
which I'm looking forward to experiencing again."
"you are given amazing opportunities to work with people
who can be beneficial to your playing in ways you didn't realise
could make a difference."
"my overall musicianship has improved
enormously"."I can't wait for the next residential -
it's really exciting to have a piece specially commissioned for
us!"
"SWMS has opened so many doors for me - it's not just about
the music,
"it's about the people...I'd never have learnt about
the teamwork needed if it wasn't for this."
Please pass this information on to anyone you know who may be
interested in applying. The Director of South West Music School
is Lisa Tregale and she is looking forward to hearing from you.
Contact:
Lisa Tregale
Director - South West Music School
The Barn Dartington Hall
Totnes
TQ9 6DE
Tel: 01803 847011
Fax:01803 847087
South West Music School is a partnership between: Bournemouth
Symphony Orchestra, Dartington Plus, Federation of Music Services
South West, Wells Cathedral School and Wiltshire Music Centre
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