Jo White

This group is for children who are confident at the basics of recorder playing and are keen to move into ensemble playing.  They should have previously attended Music Foundation and/or be confident playing and reading 4 or 5 notes, alongside basic rhythms.

We will consolidate general musicianship skills and put them to use by playing in 2 or 3 parts.

We invite parents to encourage their children to commit to short, regular practice sessions in the week to optimise their progress.

The Junior Concert Band is for any young musician who has been playing their instrument for a short while, has learnt a few notes and basic technique but would like their first opportunity to to play in a group.

Playing with others is a fantastic way to learn essential ensemble skills, such as timing, playing in tune, dynamics (balance of volume) and working together to make a good quality sound.