Join SEYSO

SEYSO is recruiting new instrumental players to join :

• live in the South Essex area
• between the ages of 11 and 21 years old (under 11 see below)
• Grade 4 standard or above (pre-grade 1 to grade 5 see below)

who are looking to :

• play classical music to a high standard
• rehearse with professional music tutors
• perform in orchestra and chamber groups
• improve their general musical abilities
• make musical friends

Tuition

SEYSO compliments the work of the players own school and instrumental music teachers.

There will be an emphasis upon orchestral performance, ensemble training and musicianship.

The tutorial staff are established music teachers who are also prominent players on the local music scene.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals are held in South Essex on Sundays with more intensive sessions held before concerts.

In addition to full orchestra, there are sectionals and tutorials in smaller groups.

Concerts

SEYSO performs regular concerts throughout the year usually April, July, September and the Christmas concert which is always on the 23rd December.

Throughout 2006, however, there were open performances at the end of the monthly workshops to which family and friends of the players were invited.

Associate members and professional musicians often perform alongside regular members at concerts ensuring that all sections of the orchestra play to a high standard and that less experienced players are supported.

Members also have the chance to perform solo / smaller group items at concerts.

Social

SEYSO prides itself on being a friendly orchestra and has social events to help people get to know each other better.

Recent events have included restaurant meals, laser games, steam train rides, cinema, and mid rehearsal food feasts...

Members appreciate the chance to make friends with fellow musicians outside of their school or college.

Beyond SEYSO

At the age of 21, many members join the Association to maintain their links with SEYSO and return to help out at rehearsals and concerts.

Many members go on to study at music college and university and play in professional and amateur orchestras. They often meet former members of the orchestra who they know from playing with the orchestra.

Many of the tutors are also former members of the orchestra and play music locally.

Member Benefits

Membership gives entitlement to, entry to or discounts off : rehearsals, workshops, courses, concerts, AGM, social events, tours, SEYSO Association events.

How to Join

The orchestral workshops and string and wind workshops are an excellent opportunity for new players to sample playing with SEYSO and SEYTO.

Please email details to seyso_team@hotmail.com or to call 01702 207912.
stating Name, Instrument, Address and Telephone Number to confirm.

Key features of SEYSO membership

- Monthly workshop and concert sessions.
- Three courses annually with major public performances.
- Team of experienced conductors including, as Principal Guest Conductor, the internationally acclaimed Hungarian conductor, Moshe Atzmon.
- Large staff of specialist tutors.
- Rehearsal and performance experience alongside professional musicians.
- Ensemble playing opportunities in all styles from baroque to modern.
- Coaching in theory and composition for GCSE and A-Level.
- Advice clinics on instrument care and maintenance, careers in music, practice techniques, tuning and intonation, posture and deportment.

Key features of SEYTO membership

- Friendly and relaxed social atmosphere.
- Monthly workshops with opportunities to perform alongside SEYSO.
- Enhanced learning with specialist tutors.
- Training to make natural progression up to SEYSO.

Players from pre-grade 1 up to Grade 5 standard (or at least one year's playing experience) are invited to join SEYTO.

Concerts and photos - Tour pictures