The open rehearsal is genuine rehearsal - a chance for you to observe the methods the Maggini use to prepare for performance. The lecture recital is a chance to learn about a work itself. Programme notes or a pre-performance talk can only go so far. The Maggini take the opportunity to talk about the piece and the way they see it and by demonstration reveal the work to an "insider" audience. It's a fascinating opportunity to get to grips with a work and its preparation.
You've arrived in Durham, sorted out your practice room and your
bedroom, greeted old friends and already made some new ones. You're
feeling replete after your evening meal and a little excited at the
thought of the work and opportunities ahead of you. The high point of
the first day of the course is the concert by the Maggini quartet which
marks the formal opening of the Summer School. This year's
programme will be announced here in due course. An
intimate
occasion for participants and a few "in the know" guests. Admission for
participants is included in the course fees.
A limited number of concert only tickets will be available at £20 each
or why not join us for dinner and the concert for a combination price
of £30 per person. Please contact us by email
with a heading Maggini-Durham
Concert 2011
or call Bob Siddle on 01423 531442
The week really is in your hands. The coaches offer you their advice
and encouragement through the week. A performance by the
participants, to share your efforts and maybe provide an achievement
target, seems a logical way of summing the week up in a semi formal
setting.
Performing is never compulsory but all are welcome to offer something.
While the concert is the summation of the week's work the festivities
don't stop there. The final evening is a chance to let your musical
hair down or just collapse in a heap. Something always seems to happen
..... feel free to make suggestions