On the Rostrum

Saturday 7th February 2015

Newcastle Royal Grammar School, Eskdale Terrace, Jesmond NE2 4DX

A workshop day for conductors and singers

Led by Justin Doyle

Conductors, singers and observers are all welcome on this day, which offers masterclass sessions for conductors and a chance for singers to explore some great repertoire and for all to watch up-and-coming conductors from the North-East region develop their skills.

The day runs from 9.45am until 5.30pm on Saturday 7th February (registration opens at 9.15am).

Those conductors attending as observers will be included in the conductor-only sessions, but will not have individual rostrum time. They are also welcome and encouraged to sing with the choir.

The prices for the day are as follows:

Conductors: £30 abcd members/students, £50 non-members

Observers: £15 abcd members/students, £20 non-members

Singers: £5 abcd members/students, £8 non-members

For more information and a booking form, click here, or contact Enid Mitchell on em@meikleriggs.org.uk.


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