| Main Performers | Chris Cotton (CEO Royal Albert Hall),
Judith Webster (CEO Music for Youth) - speakers |
| Set List | Music for Youth's annual National Partnership Awards ceremony.
Provisional timetable:
13:15 Door 8 open for 30-40 (guest list provided by MFY), tea and coffee in Elgar Room
13:45 Welcome and introduction
14:00 Tour (Education team)
14:45 Awards presentation in Elgar Room
15:30 Depart via Door 8, photo on the steps |
| Performance Notes | Following on from the Music for Youth National Festival in July, eight groupswere commended for their performance and musical achievement at this National Partnership Awards. These awards provided the opportunity for chosen groups to build a relationship with and take part in a special bespoke red letter day experience with a leading arts and education partner.
Representatives from each group came from all over the UK to receive their awards and enjoyed a special reception. The event included a guided tour of the Royal Albert Hall, a photo shoot and the all-important introduction to their award sponsor.
Judith Webster, CEO of Music for Youth, said this special awards reception is a true celebration of the talent and incredible music-making taking place all across the country. Through the National Partnership Awards, Music for Youth is able to broker relationships between a range of arts organisations, professional musicians and educationalists who can support the musical development of young musicians. Congratulations to all the award winners.
The Music for Youth Infants and Juniors Award sponsored by the Royal Albert Hall was awarded to St. Mary's Church of England Primary School Orchestra, Dover. Award comprised - A guided tour of the Royal Albert Hall; Attendance at the Classical Spectacular Schools Matinee with a chance to meet the artists backstage.
The Ensembles Award sponsored by Leeds College of Music was awarded to The Original Ensemble, Leigh-on-Sea. Award comprised - A specially tailored day of activities to support the groups musical development; Access to the Colleges leading academics and resident ensembles, reflecting the groups musical interest.
The Chamber Award sponsored by Birmingham Conservatoire was awarded to CYM Piano Sextet, London. Award comprised - Coaching by a Conservatoire resident chamber group; A performance within the Conservatoire; Attendance at a masterclass with a high-profile visiting musicians as part of the Conservatoires public masterclass series.
The Brass Bands Award sponsored by Town Hall Symphony Hall was awarded to Smithy Bridge Primary Brass Band, Littleborough. Award comprised - A special foyer performance in Symphony Halls Café Bar to coincide with a Brass Band concert in Symphony Hall; Attendance at the concert in Symphony Hall.
The Wind Bands Award sponsored by the Royal Marines Band Service was awarded to the Symphonic Wind Band, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Award comprised - A day with the Royal Marines Band Service at their training centre in Portsmouth, which will include coaching and mentoring sessions with Royal Marines instructors, civilian professors, and full wind band rehearsals; Free tickets to see the Massed Bands in action at the 2016 Mountbatten Festival of Music at the Royal Albert Hall.
The World , Folk and Roots Award sponsored by Musicians' Award was won by Contours, Penzance. Award comprised - A specially tailored day of activities designed to give insight into the music business; Specialist advice and guidance relevant to the groups musical aspirations and future careers; Practical session with professional artists reflecting the groups musical interest.
The Jazz Award sponsored by Town Hall, Symphony Hall was awarded to Jackanory Jazz Collective, Huddersfield. Award comprised - A coaching and mentoring session with THSHs resident jazz ensemble, the Jazzlines Trio; A special foyer performance in Symphony Halls Café Bar as part of the Jazzlines Free Gigs weekly series.
The NUT Teacher Awards sponsored by the National Union of Teachers was awarded to Patrick Allen - Ifield Community College Choir, Graveley. Award comprised - This special award will be presented to a school based music teacher who has shown inspirational leadership in the direction of their music group at the National Festival. The award consists of a donation of £500 for musical equipment or resources to be spent in the teachers current school during 2015-2016.
By invitation only. |