### ESO Youth - August 2024 Beginners Orchestra

**Event Dates:**  
Monday, 12th August 2024 - Tuesday, 13th August 2024

**Event Times:**  
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM each day (Drop-offs available from 8:30 AM)

**Location:**  
Routh Hall, Bromsgrove School, Worcester Road, Bromsgrove B61 7DU

**Age Group:**  
6-14 years

**Skill Level:**  
Grade 0-3

**Instruments:**  
All orchestral instruments welcome, including recorder and saxophones. (No piano or guitar)

**Course Details:**  
- **Non-residential:** 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM each day
- **Cost:** £90 per student (includes hot lunch on both days)
- **Bursaries:** Available upon request. Please email esoyouth@eso.co.uk for more information.

**Course Activities:**
- Warm-up sessions to encourage good posture, breathing, listening, and communication.
- Full and sectional orchestral rehearsals.
- Complementary activities including singing and group improvisation/composition.
- The course concludes with a short informal concert showcasing the work done over the two days.

**Tutors and Staff:**
- 8-12 tutors/pastoral staff per course.
- All tutors are core members of the ESO and Enhanced DBS checked.
- Tutors bring their own ideas to inspire the children.

**COVID Protocols:**
- Regular hand washing and use of hand sanitiser will be encouraged.

**Testimonials:**
- "If you need a place to express your music feelings, ESO Youth is that place." - Eddie, Violin
- "The ESO Team has supported my daughter through her journey from Beginners to Intermediate Orchestra with enthusiasm and motivation at every turn." - Jo, ESO Youth Parent

For more information and to register, please visit the [ESO Youth website](https://englishsymphonyorchestra.co.uk).

Eso Youth - August 2024 Beginners Orchestra

Bromsgrove School

We commence the course with a warm-up session to “break the ice” and to encourage good posture, breathing, listening and communication. We move on to full and sectional orchestral rehearsals as well as varied complementary activities including singing, and group improvisation/composition. The course ends with a short informal concert giving a flavour of the things we have worked on.

Eso Youth - August 2024 Intermediates Orchestra

19th: arrival from 1.30pm for residents. 4.00pm meet, greet & full rehearsal (day participants to arrive by 3.30pm). Dinner & evening rehearsal until 8:30pm. Day participants go home at 8.30pm.

Eso Youth Symphony Orchestra Residential/day Course - Summer 2024

### ESO Youth - Spring Half Term 2024 Beginners Orchestra

**Event Dates:**  
Saturday, 24th February 2024 - Sunday, 25th February 2024

**Event Times:**  
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM each day (Drop-offs available from 8:30 AM)

**Location:**  
Routh Hall, Bromsgrove School, Worcester Road, Bromsgrove B61 7DU

**Age Group:**  
6-14 years

**Skill Level:**  
Grade 0-3 (No previous orchestra experience necessary)

**Instruments:**  
All orchestral instruments welcome, including recorder and saxophones. (No piano/guitar)

**Cost:**  
£90 per student (includes hot lunch on both days)  
*Bursaries available. Please email esoyouth@eso.co.uk for more information.*

**Event Description:**
Join the English Symphony Orchestra (ESO) Youth for an exciting Spring Half Term Beginners Orchestra course. This non-residential program is designed for young musicians aged 6-14 with skill levels ranging from Grade 0-3. No previous orchestra experience is required, making it an ideal opportunity for beginners to explore the world of orchestral music.

The course kicks off with a warm-up session to break the ice and promote good posture, breathing, listening, and communication skills. Participants will engage in full and sectional orchestral rehearsals, as well as a variety of complementary activities including singing and group improvisation/composition. The event culminates in a short informal concert showcasing the pieces worked on during the course.

**Tutors and Staff:**
The course will be supported by 8-12 tutors and pastoral staff, all of whom are core members of the ESO and Enhanced DBS checked. These experienced professionals bring their own unique ideas to inspire and motivate the young musicians.

**Health and Safety:**
COVID protocols will be in place, including regular hand washing and the use of hand sanitiser.

For more information and to register, please visit the ESO Youth website or contact us via email at esoyouth@eso.co.uk. Join us for a memorable musical experience this Spring Half Term!

Eso Youth - Spring Half Term 2024 Beginners Orchestra

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