Houlding workshop and concert in Saltaire

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In September Chris Houlding will be presenting 'Trombonology', a recital for trombone and organ at the Saltaire Festival, and an accompanying workshop for trombonists, for which there is a discount to BTS members. Chris has given recitals thoughout Europe, Russia and the USA and as Principal Trombonist of Opera North and Senior Tutor at the Royal Northern College of Music is delighted to be performing in his own locality. Inviting trombonists to make a weekend of it, enjoying the Friday evening recital and Saturday Trombone Workshop, Chris also suggests bringing your wife or partner for the weekend to experience real Yorkshire hospitality with a wide range of events in the Saltaire Festival

Trombonology Friday 15th September, 8pm Saltaire United Reformed Church, Bradford Tickets ??5 (??3 concessions) available on door Chris Houlding trombone Simon Lindley organ From nobility to comedy, beauty to terror, internationally acclaimed trombonist, Chris Houlding, presents this entertaining soiree for all the family. Includes music by Cesare, Bach, Pergolesi, Bernstein, Gershwin and Dorsey and world premiere of a new work by Peter Swan. Trombone Workshop Saturday 16th September 10am-5pm Featuring Masterclasses and Trombone Ensemble directed by Chris Houlding culminating in a short performance on the Festival Piazza Stage at 5pm. Salt Grammar School, Higher Coach Road, BD17 5RH. 5 minutes walk to festival events with plenty of free parking. Asian, Thai and Mediterranean Cuisine and great real ale pubs all within walking distance. Limited numbers, therefore, limited places for advanced and intermediate players of all ages. Cost including lunch & free admission to Friday evening recital ??40.00 (??30.00 concs.) British Trombone Society members ??35.00 (??25.00 concs.) Click here for the application form. Suggested accommodation: Ibis Hotel - Bradford Shipley. ??42.50 per room. Tel 01274 589333 or contact Saltaire Tourist Information Centre on 01274 774993. This workshop is supported by Edwards Instruments UK
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