Junior Guildhall Prospectus 2020

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Welcome 4Leadership and Teaching Staff 6Collaboration 10Recent student success 10Alumni 12

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Music Course 16Jazz Programme 20Kindergarten Course 24Brass and String Training Programmes 26Drama Course 28

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Visit us 32How to apply 34Finance and funding 36Dates for the diary 36

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Welcome to Junior Guildhall

Guildhall School of Music & Drama is one of the world’s leading conservatoires and drama schools. Located in the heart of London, studying in this culturally rich and dynamic environment is a unique experience.

Junior Guildhall is the specialist pre-conservatoire department of the Guildhall Young Artists division (GYA). This division includes Centre for Young Musicians (CYM) London, the London Schools Symphony Orchestra (LSSO) and Regional CYM Centres across the UK which, together with Creative Learning, provides opportunities for over 2,500 young people to find their creative voice.

Taking place on Saturdays, Junior Guildhall provides access to world-class facilities where students work with outstanding teachers and world-renowned artists. The School offers advanced training to young people between the ages of 4 and 18, which they are able to combine with their general education.

Our training prepares talented musicians, singers, composers and actors to access Higher Education courses in their chosen discipline, if that is their wish. Some Junior Guildhall students have gone on to reach the very peak of their chosen professions to become household names. Others use their craft behind the scenes to help bring performances to stage and screen.

Regardless of their ultimate direction, students find that the professional artistic environment of Guildhall School provides them with valuable life skills and the means to develop their individual talents to the full.

The atmosphere at Junior Guildhall is infectious and full of energy, and many students and staff travel long distances from across the UK and beyond to attend. Students develop their talents to their full potential, nurtured by expert teaching staff in a creative and supportive environment.

We welcome talented young musicians and actors from all backgrounds and have funding available to support those who may need financial assistance to attend. Most importantly, students make lifelong friends and, for many, Saturday is the highlight of the week. Please come and visit us and be inspired to apply to take the next step on your creative journey.

We look forward to meeting you.

Alison MearsDirector of Guildhall Young Artists and Safeguarding

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LeadershipJunior Guildhall has over 120 experienced and inspirational teachers, many of whom are members of major professional orchestras in the UK. Many also teach undergraduate and postgraduate students at Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Senior Management Team

Paul Whitmarsh MA MMus

Head of Academic Studies

Alison Mears BMus (Hons) PGCE FGS FISM

Director of Guildhall Young Artists and Safeguarding

William Bruce ARCM

Head of Strings

Rosie Whitfield ARCM DipRCM PGCE BIFF

Head of Junior Guildhall

Nigel Springthorpe PhD BMus FLCM

PGCert RCM PGCE

Head of Junior Music Courses

Robert Porter GGSM LRAM

Head of Wind, Brass & Percussion

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Coordinators

Marilyn Rees BMus

Vocal Coordinator

Jeffery Wilson GRSM

Composition Coordinator

Cyrilla Rowsell BEd Adv Dip

(British Kodály Academy)

String Training Programme Coordinator

Shelagh Sutherland ARAM LRAM MSTAT

Piano CoordinatorJonathan Taylor BA MA

Jazz Coordinator

Alasdair MiddletonDrama Coordinator

Spencer Down BMus

Brass Coordinator & Brass Training Programme Coordinator

Oliver Weston BA PDMPerf

Jazz CoordinatorPeter Esswood ARCM

String Chamber Music Coordinator

Rob Farrer LGSM BMus

Percussion Coordinator

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Teaching Staff

Music Course Conductors

Brass Band & Wind OrchestraSpencer Down BMus

ChoirsDaniel Turner MA(Oxon) MMus Marek Maryniak Dip Mus Th ALCM MSc BA PGCE

String EnsemblesJulian Clayton Gonzalo Acosta

Symphony OrchestraJulian Clayton Spencer Down BMus Associate Conductor

Music Course Teaching Staff

String Chamber Music ConsultantJeremy Menuhin

CoachesGonzalo Acosta Patricia Birchall ARCM BMus

Rebecca Breen

Emanuela Buta MA DipRAM LRAM Eulalie Charland BMus MMus

Peter Esswood ARCM

Felicity Lipman LRAM MSTAT HonFRAM Belinda McFarlane BMus Alfia Nakipbekova Maureen Parrington ARCM Margaret Powell DSCM ASCM

John Rogers LRSM LTCL BSc DipRCM(T & Perf) MMus

David Spencer BMus GRNCM Robert Turner Robert Turrell FTCL LTCL

ViolinGonzalo Acosta Anna-Liisa Bezrodny BMus MMus PGDip Patricia Birchall ARCM BMus Eulalie Charland BMus MMus

Ralph de Souza* Alda Dizdari BMus MMus Ruth Hahn AGSM Advanced Solo Studies

Boris Kucharsky* ARCM MM AD Felicity Lipman LRAM MSTAT HonFRAM

Sebastian Müller BMus

Akiko Ono Krzysztof Smietana* FGS David Spencer BMus GRNCM Ivo Stankov LRAM PGDipRAM RCSM (Madrid) Sara Trickey BA PGDip Robert Turrell FTCL LTCL Faith Whiteley LRAM

ViolaEulalie Charland BMus MMus

Boris Kucharsky* ARCM MM AD Sebastian Müller BMus Ivo Stankov LRAM PGDipRAM RCSM (Madrid) Robert Turrell FTCL LTCL Faith Whiteley LRAM

CelloWilliam Bruce ARCM

Oliver Gledhill PhD MA(Mtpp) PGCA ARCM Selma Gokcen BMus MMus DMA Tim Lowe* BMus MMus Alfia Nakipbekova Stefan Popov* FGS Margaret Powell DSCM ASCM Gillian Thoday LRAM Daisy Vatalaro BA MA

Double BassElizabeth Hosford GGSM LGSM Colin Paris*Eloise Riddell MA BMus LRAM ATCL

Martin Rosso* MMU (consultant)

HarpRuth Faber ARCM

Charlotte Seale ARCM Premier Prix

GuitarMatthew Robinson BMus MPerf

Flute/PiccoloCaroline Li BMus PGDip LRAM Lisa Nelsen BMus PGDip Kate Walter MMus BMus

Oboe/Cor AnglaisRachel Broadbent BMus Rebecca Wood BMus PGDip Orch Training

Clarinet/Bass ClarinetNeyire Ashworth AGSM Advanced Solo Studies Dip

Derek Hannigan AGSM LRSM

Peter Sparks

Bassoon/Contra BassoonRosemary Cow Robert Porter GGSM LRAM

SaxophoneChristian Forshaw* BMus Sarah James BMus LRAM DipRAM

Trumpet/CornetEleanor Lovegrove BMus Andrew Mitchell ARCM

Gerry Ruddock

French HornDavid Bentley GGSM ARCM

EuphoniumSpencer Down BMus

TromboneRob Burgess GGSM Susan White BMus MMus

TubaMartin Knowles AGSM

PercussionRob Farrer LGSM BMus Glyn Matthews AGSM

PianoFrances AngellKatarzyna Borowiak MA (Fr Chopin Cons) Premier Prix GSM

Andrew Bottrill GGSM Premier Prix MA

Alexander Boyd AGSM Stephen Coombs* MA ARCM ARAM Joan Havill* FGSM ARCM LRSM Chenyin Li DMA MMA MMus Premiere Prix PGDip BMus

Zoë Mather AGSM Sanae NakajimaGareth Owen BMus PGDip MMus

Lucy Parham*AGSM Premier Prix (Concert Recital Diploma)

Helen Reid* MA ARCM Laura Roberts* AGSM

Elizabeth Rossiter BMus MMus PGDip MMP

Michael Schreider MA PhD

Melanie Spanswick MMus GRSM DipRCM ARCM (PG)

Shelagh Sutherland ARAM LRAM STAT

VoiceMarilyn Rees BMus Rachel Sherry BA MA LRAM ProfCert TLHPE FHEA

ConductingScott Wilson BMus MMus

CompositionMichael Christie ARCM

Marek Maryniak Dip Mus Th ALCM MSc BA PGCE

Rhiannon Randle MA(Cantab) MA(GSMD) MPhil

Paul Whitmarsh MA MMus Jeffery Wilson GRSM

Musical Awareness Resources CoordinatorMichael Christie ARCM

Musical AwarenessMichael Christie ARCM John Dack BA PhD PGDipMIT MSc MMus MA

Joy Ellis CertGSMD(P), BA, MMus Marek Maryniak Dip Mus Th ALCM MSc BA PGCE

Adam Osmianski Rhiannon Randle MA(Cantab) MA(GSMD)

MPhil Susannah Self ARCM MPhil Paul Whitmarsh MA MMus

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Electronic StudioSeth Scott BMus

Alexander TechniqueKarin Brown

AccompanistsJane Beament LRAM GRSM John Flinders BA LGSM Magnus Gilljam PGDip Louisa Lam BMus MMus LRSM

Jazz Programme Teaching Staff

Jazz SaxophoneOliver Weston BA PDMPerf

Jazz TrumpetByron Wallen*

Jazz Drum KitAdam Osmianski

Jazz PianoJoy Ellis CertGSMD BA MMus Jonathan Taylor BA MA

Jazz ChoirJoy Ellis CertGSMD BA MMus

Jazz Musical AwarenessAdam Osmianski Jonathan Taylor BA MA

Oliver Weston BA PDMPerf

Big Band ConductorOliver Weston BA PDMPerf

Brass & String Training Programmes Teaching Staff

EurythmicsKaye BarkerJonè GirdzijuakaiteAnita Memmott BA MA

Mary Price O’Connor BA

KodályLucy Barlow BA (Hons) Oxon Esther HargittaiCyrilla Rowsell BEd Adv Dip (British Kodály Academy)

Christine Wrigley BMus DipRAM ARCM PGTC PDC

ChoirEsther Hargittai

EnsemblePatricia Birchall ARCM BMus

Rachel Cooper BA (Hons) Msc

Vanessa David AGSM

Robert DomingueSpencer Down BMus

Peter Esswood ARCM

Jens Franke BMus PGDip MMus

Oliver Gledhill PhD MA(Mtpp) PGCA ARCM

Rachel Good AGSM CKME

Anneke Hodnett BMus MMus

Josephine Hughes-Chamberlain LRAM

Angelique Lihou BMus MMus AdvCert

Anita Memmott BA MA

Salome Rateau DE, DSNPM, MA

Julia Stewart AGSM

Susan White MMus BMus(Hons)

ViolinPatricia Birchall ARCM BMus

Rachel Cooper BA(Hons) MSc

Vanessa David AGSM

Rachel Good AGSM CKME

Salome Rateau DE, DSNPM, MA

Julia Stewart AGSM

ViolaVanessa David AGSM

Rachel Cooper BA MSc

Salome Rateau DE, DSNPM, MA

CelloOliver Gledhill PhD MA(Mtpp) PGCA ARCM Josephine Hughes-Chamberlain LRAM

Angelique Lihou BMus MMus AdvCert

Double BassElizabeth Hosford GGSM

Eloise Riddell MA BMus LRAM ATCL

HarpRuth Faber ARCM

Anneke Hodnett BMus MMus

Charlotte Seale ARCM Premier Prix

GuitarJens Franke BMus PGDip MMus

TrumpetRobert Domingue BMus(Hons) MA

French HornJack Pilcher May BMus(Hons)

Euphonium/TubaSpencer Down BMus

TromboneSusan White MMus BMus(Hons)

PianoLorraine Banning Dip ABRSM perf, Dip ABRSM CTABRSM MISM

Daria Bitsiuk Jack Lambert BMus MMus LRAM

Elenlucia Pappalardo BMus MMus PGDip

String Training Programme at Felsted School Teaching Staff

EurythmicsAnna Carstea

KodályKatie Holmes

EnsembleSarah HarrisSylvia Mann LRAM PGCert(MT) Dominic Bentham

ViolinSarah HarrisDaniel Pukach

ViolaSarah HarrisDaniel Pukach

CelloSylvia Mann LRAM PGCert(MT)

Double BassDominic Bentham

PianoJulia Johnson BA HUM DIP (Pianoforte) DIP (Music Theory)

Riyad Nicolas BMus MA LRAM

Drama Course Tutors

Alasdair Middleton Maggie Zolinsky

Administration staff

Administrative ManagerChristopher Poon

Executive Assistant to the Director of Guildhall Young Artists & Safeguarding/Senior Junior Guildhall Administrator Paula Duff FGS

GYA AdministratorBarnaby Medland BMus MA LRAM

Music OfficerRachael Bull BMus James Wilson BA

Fiona Myall BA MA

Administrative AssistantHelen Jorgensen

Partnership ManagerRob Farrer LGSM BMus

Spencer Down BMus

* Indicates a teacher who teaches Junior Guildhall students during the week but not on Saturdays

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CollaborationThe School continues to seek ways to collaborate and has established a number of partnerships to enhance the Junior Guildhall student experience.

Partnerships include

ABRSM Barbican City of London School for Girls European String Teachers Association Felsted School National Youth String Orchestra Whitgift School

For more information, please visit our website at gsmd.ac.uk/juniorpartnerships

Big Gig

A collaboration with the ABRSM and led by Lincoln Abbotts (Executive Director, Strategic Development at ABRSM) and conducted by Spencer Down (Junior Guildhall Associate Conductor), the Big Gig project provides regular free workshops for people of all ages and abilities. These provide the opportunity for all family members to make music together and create a world premiere performance! You don’t need any musical experience or an instrument to take part. If you would like to be kept informed of future workshops, please email junior@gsmd.ac.uk.

“The Big Gig is about bringing everyone and everything together, Music of all kinds, people of all ages and performers at every level [who] create something new – original music full of energy and purpose.”

Lincoln AbbottsExecutive Director: Strategic

Development at the ABRSM

Recent Student Success

Reflecting the role of Junior Guildhall as a centre of excellence and a training ground for the next generation of solo artists, orchestral musicians, composers and teachers, many Junior Guildhall students take part in performances and competitions across the UK and abroad. Recent successes in major competitions and international concerts include:

Leia Zhu (age 13)

“Junior Guildhall Music Course suits me because it is broad and varied, but also has lots of space to make it my own. The atmosphere is family like, despite the size of the institution.” Leia

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Described as a ‘Wunderkind ‘ in German media, in 2019 Leia embarked on a two-week, six-city tour of Israel with the Tel Aviv Soloists Ensemble, and she has previously toured Switzerland and Germany with the Festival Strings Lucerne. In Summer 2019 Leia made her solo debut with the Mariinsky Orchestra in the Bolshoi Theatre in St Petersburg, playing the Tchaikovsky Concerto. While in Autumn 2019 Leia performed the Saint-Saëns and Sibelius concertos in Portugal and Switzerland. Leia is now represented by Harrison Parrott.

Emma (age 14) & Sofia (age 11) Demetriades

“For me Junior Guildhall is a very special place and full of like-minded people who enjoy making music together. I have many very good friends here.” Emma

In July 2018 Emma and Sofia Demetriades both reached the final of the Ilona Feher International Violin Competition in Budapest.

Sofia, the youngest competitor in the entire competition, was awarded joint winner. She also won second prize in the Postacchini International Violin Competition in Fermo and first prize in the Leonid Kogan International

Violin Competition in Belgium and the Grand Prix Virtuoso Competition in the Musikverein, Vienna, receiving both 1st Prize and Most Promising Young Musician Prize.

Older sister Emma was finalist in the Anton Rubinstein International Violin Competition in Dusseldorf. She was also awarded the NCO GB Vivienne Price Memorial Prize for the best audition performance for the Main Orchestra (Dec 2018).

Lilly Vadaneaux (age 17)

First study composer Lilly Vadaneaux has had a string of awards since 2013. Amongst these, Nocturne no.4 was commended at the 2016 BBC Proms Inspire Composition Competition. Lilly was Winner of the 2016 Clarinet and Saxophone Society of Great Britain Composition Competition, open to composers under 30. She was winner (18 and under) of the NCEM Composers Award 2018 with Bridge of Sighs, which was broadcast on the BBC Radio 3 Early Music Show. Commissioned by the West Wicklow Festival, The Cloths of Heaven (for soprano and piano) was also Highly Commended in the 16 to 17-year category at the BBC Proms Inspire Composition Competition 2019.

“My composition studies at Guildhall have given me the perfect combination of freedom, guidance and inspiration, from always encouraging teachers.” Lilly

“Junior Guildhall is very supportive for my musical growth. It lifts me up! I particularly enjoy chamber music here: we always have a laugh while doing some pretty serious work.” Sofia

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AlumniPast Junior Guildhall students have gone on to a wide range of careers in classical music, drama and other genres. Previous Junior Guildhall students include:

Myleene KlassPianist and Presenter

Thomas AdèsComposer

Lucy ParhamPianist

Alison BalsomTrumpet Soloist

Tyler RixSaxophonist and Song Writer

Gareth DaviesPrincipal Flute, LSO

DidoPop Singer

Douglas BoothActor

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This comprehensive programme is carefully designed to give students a balanced exposure to the discipline of music through individual instrumental lessons, chamber music, orchestras, choirs, workshop activity, classes and frequent performance opportunities.

An exciting curriculum, combined with the School’s modern facilities and professional staff, creates a unique environment for aspiring performers. With a timetable tailored to their individual needs, students receive the type of considered personal attention from which young musicians benefit.

There are approximately 290 students who attend the Music Course, which runs from 8am to 6pm on Saturdays. All students receive an individually constructed timetable. There are compulsory activities and a number of optional classes and lessons. The length of each student’s programme will, therefore, depend on the number of optional activities chosen.

First study lessons can be provided in the following:

Bassoon

Cello

Clarinet

Composition

Double Bass

Euphonium

Flute

Guitar

Harp

Horn

Oboe

Percussion

Piano

Saxophone

Trombone

Trumpet

Tuba

Viola

Violin

Voice

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“Junior Guildhall has fostered my personal musical development through its combination of stellar and inspirational one-to-one lessons and enriching and educational group classes, all the while delivering an incredibly high standard of music from all of its countless ensembles; places of such a kind are few and far between, and I am very thankful for all the opportunities Junior Guildhall has given me.”Kilian

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Highlights

• Students receive 30 one-to-one instrumental or vocal lessons over the academic year for a minimum of 40 minutes per week with a specialist teacher.

• Optional second study instrumental lessons are available.

• Weekly Musical Awareness classes develop aural perception, creativity and general musical knowledge and lead to the Junior Guildhall Higher Certificate in Music examination, which is usually taken in Year 11. Students in the Upper School (Years 12 &13) are offered a range of optional classes including an A-level Support Class, Jazz, Conducting and an Electronic Studio Class.

• The Chamber Music Programme develops high-level musical and life skills through the rehearsal and performance of chamber music.

• Specialist classes, ensembles and workshop opportunities relevant to their student’s instrument or voice.

• Constructive feedback through annual Platform Performances and Formal Assessments.

• Optional Alexander Technique lessons or classes with a specialist Alexander Technique teacher focus on posture and well-being.

• Additionally, students on the Music Course may engage in jazz studies by taking one-to-one jazz lessons as an extra study and/or participating in Jazz Workshop, Big Band and Jazz Musical Awareness (Years 12 & 13).

• Career advice and guidance is provided by the Senior Management Team.

• Junior Guildhall offers a direct entry route to the second year of the Guildhall School’s BMus course (BMus2) for students with exceptional performance and academic ability. Students are selected by the Senior Management Team.

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Ensembles & Workshops

For each subject there are specialist classes, workshops and ensembles. All students are expected to attend at least one ensemble or workshop activity which is directly relevant to their first study subject. These include:

OrchestrasJunior Guildhall Symphony Orchestra

StringsJunior String Ensemble Intermediate String Ensemble Junior Guildhall String Ensemble String Chamber Music Viola Class Bass Class Harp Ensemble Guitar Workshop

PianoPiano Workshop Piano Ensemble Piano Sightreading Class

Woodwind, Brass & PercussionJunior Guildhall Brass Band Wind Academy Wind Orchestra Brass Ensemble Brass Quintet Wind Chamber Music Saxophone Ensemble Flute Class Oboe Class Clarinet Class Bassoon Class Trumpet Class Trombone Class Horn Class Tuba Class Percussion Ensemble Big Band

VoiceVocal Workshop

Other EnsemblesChamber Choir (SSA) & Boys' Choir (by audition) Junior Choir Jazz Workshop Composition Workshop Contemporary Ensemble

Performances

Performance is a central part of our work at Junior Guildhall and there are over 100 student concerts a year including Public Concerts, Student Recitals, Chamber Concerts, informal Open House Concerts and Second Study Concerts.

Students have made television and radio recordings and external performances have taken place at Barbican Hall, Fairfield Halls, Royal Albert Hall, Wales Millennium Centre, St James’s Piccadilly, St John’s Smith Square, St Martin-in-the-Fields, Snape Maltings Concert Hall, the Southbank Centre, St Lawrence Jewry, Bishopsgate Institute, Charlton House, Regent Hall, West Road Concert Hall and at Thaxted Festival.

Advanced students are given the opportunity to give concerto performances with one of Junior Guildhall’s ensembles or to give solo recitals.

Concert tours are sometimes organised, the most recent being to Spain, Scotland and Devon.

Visiting artists

Masterclasses and workshops are given by distinguished visiting artists and by members of Junior Guildhall professorial staff. They include guest performances, masterclasses, ensemble coaching and composition projects.

Recent guests have included members of the London Symphony Orchestra, David Waterman and members of the Royal Opera House, Thomas Adès, Oystein Baadsvik, Jeff Bradetich, Iain Burnside, Charles Castleman, Peter Donohoe, Philip Fowke, James Galway, Bernard Haitink, John Harle, Paul Harris, Andrzej Jasinski, Jens Lindemann, Frank Lloyd, Ronan O’Hora, Gregg Patillo, Michael Seal, Dominic Seldis, Bobby Shew, Weidong Tong, Raphael Wallfisch and Mark Wigglesworth.

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Designed for specialist jazz musicians, Junior Guildhall’s Jazz Programme delivers a full understanding of jazz performance. This exciting course, run by Jonathan Taylor and Oliver Weston, gives students the type of considered personal attention from which young musicians benefit, each student with a timetable tailored to their individual needs.

The holistic and structured programme provides opportunities for the young player to develop their skills and grounding in jazz. All students follow a core course of compulsory activities (two lessons on the first study instrument, Jazz Ensemble, Big Band and Musical Awareness classes) as well as a number of optional classes that are common to Music Course students. Some individual lessons are delivered from 5pm on a week day.

First study lessons can be provided in the following:

Bass Guitar*

Double Bass*

Drum Kit

Guitar*

Piano

Saxophone

Trombone*

Trumpet*

Tuba*

Voice

*These instrumental lessons are usually delivered Monday–Friday from 5pm.

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The specialist Jazz Programme includes:

• First study jazz lesson – 30 one-to-one lessons per annum with a minimum length of 40 minutes

• Extra Study classical lesson (same instrument as the jazz lesson) – minimum length 30 minutes but can be extended

• Jazz Ensemble with students of a similar standard with opportunities to record and play in external venues

• Big Band

• Musical Awareness Classes (for students in Years 8 to 11)

• Jazz Musical Awareness Classes

• Students may also be able to engage in non-jazz activities available to all Music Course students, subject to ability and timetable

• An Intermediate Course for students with less direct jazz experience

• Jazz Choir

Performances

Performance is a central part of the training at Junior Guildhall. Specialist jazz students will have the opportunity to perform in Big Band and in their ensemble group, with many concerts taking place in Milton Court.

Advanced students are given the opportunity to give ensemble group performances in external venues such as the Barbican, 606 Club and Vortex Jazz Club.

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“Saturday is my favourite day of the week: I love every minute of it. I feel extremely lucky to do so many exciting musical activities in a day, in such a friendly and supportive centre of excellence. I cannot imagine my life without Junior Guildhall!”Helgaud

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The Kindergarten Course (for children in Reception Year (fifth birthday between 1 September – 31 August) and Year 1) is a self-standing course in its own right, which sits under the umbrella of the Brass and String Training Programmes. The Course consists of classes in Kodály and Rhythmics.

Our Kindergarten Course is designed to be fun and is regarded as an adventure by children and parents alike allowing children to enjoy their first musical experience through class work. The games and exercises employed are designed to make learning fun within a structured environment.

We also hope that the classes inspire the desire to be involved in music-making and the course provides a highly effective platform from which children move onto the study of an instrument.

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Junior Guildhall provides training programmes for beginners or recent starters in Years 2 to 6 on brass and string instruments. The programmes take place on Saturdays in the School’s John Hosier Annexe, which offers a secure environment for young children. The children receive 30 lessons in each subject over the academic year. There are also a few extra Saturdays on which teachers can offer make-up lessons.

There are approximately 160 students across the two programmes and the teaching takes place between 8am and 5pm. Instruments taught are violin, viola, cello, mini bass, harp, guitar, french horn, trumpet and trombone (and tuba for the older children). External applications are accepted from Year 3.

Highlights

• The programme provides children with: - an integrated programme embracing Kodály, Dalcroze, ensemble training and instrumental tuition - an enjoyable first experience of music-making - a good grounding in basic musical skills - a firm technical grounding on their chosen instrument - fun and games in group music-making

• Musical and technical aspects of learning an instrument are delivered in a way that is fun, drawing on games and exercises that stimulate the children while allowing them to learn in a structured manner

• Learn from teachers who are specialists in their given area of teaching and have a working knowledge of the other disciplines being taught. All staff are highly qualified and experienced teachers

• By the end of the training programmes, children will have learned a series of musical skills which they will be able to apply to their instrumental studies. The children are all encouraged to work to their fullest ability and those who show particular talent and commitment to their musical studies can audition for a place on the Junior Guildhall Music Course

• The set course fee covers a 20-minute one-to-one lesson over 30 weeks (which increases to 30 minutes in Year 3), a Kodály class, a Rhythmics class, an ensemble and choir for members of Years 5 and 6

• Extra study piano lessons can be requested

• It is possible to buy or rent instruments very reasonably and the School will help with relevant information

• Get feedback from teachers via an annual report

• Receive guidance from the Head of Strings on progress and next steps

Junior Guildhall String Training Programme at Felsted School, Essex

In addition to Junior Guildhall’s highly successful String Training Programme in London, a similar programme is established at Felsted School in Essex that allows children to follow the same course in the excellent facilities of the Felsted School music department.

Instruments taught on the programme are the violin, viola, cello and mini bass with piano available as an extra study. When applying online, please ensure that the ‘Felsted School courses’ option is selected.

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The ethos of the Drama Course is to develop the imagination and the senses through improvisation, drama games and techniques, with a gradual emphasis on dramatic skills. The course is open to students between the ages of 13 and 18. Approximately 50 students attend the course on Saturdays which offers two classes, both of which provide a platform for talented young people to develop expressive and communication skills.

Highlights

• We offer two classes based on age and experience over 33 Saturdays each year: - Single Class: 9–10.45am. Entry is by audition. Training is skills-based with an equal emphasis on solo and ensemble work. - Double Class: 10.45am – 3pm (including a lunch break). Entry is by audition for newcomers or by recommendation by the tutor for students in the Single Class. The course builds on the skills developed by students in the Single Class and encourages a mature in-depth work approach by the participants. Additionally, long-term projects. This class can complement a student’s GCSE and A-level drama courses.

• Both classes give performances of their work at the end of each term. These are called Showings; the 9am class presents a Poetry Showing and the 10.45am class a Drama Showing.

• The tutors are always available to discuss a student’s progress and aspirations, or to offer help and advice regarding approaches to auditions.

• Ensemble playing and solo work allow students to develop their physical, vocal, critical and interpretative skills while exploring their creative and expressive capacities. All aspects of story-telling techniques are explored, including music, as well as various styles of performance and presentation. Students work not only with the resident tutors but also with visiting composers, playwrights, choreographers and actors.

• Opportunities for music and drama collaboration. Previous performances have included Masada, Romeo & Juliet and Swan Lake.

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Visit usBook an individual visit

Junior Guildhall does not provide a specific open day. We welcome visitors on most Saturdays and provide an individually tailored timetable to allow applicants to experience a typical day in the life of a Junior Guildhall student. To book a visit please email junior@gsmd.ac.uk.

Come to a Junior Guildhall Concert

You are most welcome to attend any of Junior Guildhall’s concerts or productions. All events are listed on the website: gsmd.ac.uk/events

Students with special educational needs and disabilities

If a student has a disability or special needs, parents are encouraged to visit the School to discuss their child’s needs.

How to find us

Junior GuildhallGuildhall School of Music & Drama Silk Street, Barbican London EC2Y 8DT Telephone 020 7382 7160

Kindergarten and Brass and String Training Programmes 020 7382 7158

junior@gsmd.ac.uk gsmd.ac.uk/juniors

By underground/trainBarbican, Moorgate, Liverpool Street, St Paul’s and Bank stations are all nearby.

By busBus numbers 4, 43, 55, 76, 100 and 153 stop nearby.

By roadThe School entrance is in Silk Street. The Barbican Centre has a number of car parks and on Saturdays there is a flat rate charge.

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“Guildhall School of Music & Drama provides several wonderful opportunities, including expressing my musicianship in a stimulating learning environment alongside other talented musicians. It also offers a variety of interesting classes that help to build a confident relationship with music.”Madeline

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How to apply The closing date for applications is 1 March 2020 for entry in September 2020.

Applications open on 7 January 2020 and can be made using our online application form, a link to which can be found on the Junior Guildhall website. An audition fee will be required. For further information, visit gsmd.ac.uk

Music Course

Entry is by competitive audition. Applications are accepted from 7 January for entry the following September and the closing date for applications is 1 March. The main audition period is from 8 February to 25 April for entry in September 2020 but applications for entry at other times of the year will always be considered. All audition dates are made at the discretion of the Head of Junior Guildhall to allow the convening of specialist panels.

Auditions are scheduled on any day from Monday to Saturday. Panels will usually be chaired by either the Head of Junior Guildhall or the Head of Junior Music Courses along with the relevant specialist or head of department. While auditions are highly competitive, it is difficult to offer advice about the required standard beforehand. The panel will be looking for potential as well as achievement and dedication. As a rough guide, candidates will normally have attained a standard of about Grade 5 distinction at the age of 10 and Grade 8 distinction by the age of 16. It is not necessary to have taken any grade examination before the audition. Pre-audition sessions are available to provide prospective applicants with advice.

Candidates are assessed in five basic areas of performance, covering musical awareness, quality of sound, accuracy, communication, and control of instrument. Students are requested to bring a list to the audition of pieces to be performed and scales and arpeggios to be asked to play.

Audition requirements

1. First study: two contrasting pieces

2. Second study (optional): one piece

3. Scales and arpeggios appropriate to standard

4. Sightreading

5. Questions may be asked and tests given to ascertain a student’s level of general musicianship

Exceptions

Singers are not expected to sing scales and arpeggios but should bring to the audition a prepared short prose or poetry reading from memory.

Percussionists should present, where possible, three pieces, one on each of the following instruments: tuned percussion, timpani and snare drum.Orchestral repertoire is not considered suitable. The total performing time should not exceed ten minutes. Less advanced or young players may offer only one or two of these instruments, but this should be agreed with the School in advance of the audition.

Composers should send copies of three of their recent compositions to the Junior Guildhall Office. They will then be invited to an interview where candidates should be ready to play a prepared piece on an instrument of their choice, do some sightreading and simple improvisation tests. Questions will be asked and tests given to ascertain a student’s level of general musicianship.

Consultation lessons

Consultation lessons with a member of the School’s teaching staff can be arranged for students who have been offered a place on the Music Course. There is a charge for this facility.

Accompanists

Junior Guildhall will provide an accompanist for auditions, if relevant for the first and/or second study instrument, unless the candidate would prefer to use their own accompanist.

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Specialist Jazz Programme

Audition requirements for first study jazz musicians (not including drum kit)

1. A jazz standard of the candidate’s choice including improvisation

2. Improvisation on a 12 bar blues in C, F or Bb major (concert pitch, key chosen by audition panel)

3. One classical piece on the same instrument of the candidate’s choice

4. Jazz scales

5. Sightreading (chords and/or notation)

6. General questions

Audition requirements for jazz drum kit

The candidate will be asked to demonstrate a variety of jazz skills on the drum kit: e.g. different tempos, feels and grooves to include swing in 4/4 and 3/4, ballad feel, latin, bossa nova, funk and straight 8s.

In addition, candidates should prepare:

1. One notated piece of the candidate’s choice on either snare drum or drum kit

2. Snare drum rudiments to include five stroke, long roll, flam tap, and triple ratamacue

NB: Percussion instruments will be available at the audition although candidates are advised to bring their own sticks, cymbals and any other appropriate equipment. Should the candidate wish to use a backing track it is their responsibility to provide the track and playing device.

Kindergarten Course, Brass & String Training Programmes

Reception & Year 1*

There is no audition procedure and no prior musical training is necessary to start the Kindergarten Course. However, there are a limited number of places available for each year group (Reception Year and Year 1). Entry into Reception Year is by random selection. The closing date for applications is 1 March for entry the following September.

Year 2*

For entry in September 2020, children will be invited from Year 1 of the Kindergarten Course to attend Year 2 of the Brass and String Training Programmes following internal teacher assessment.

*Reception Year children are those who have their fifth birthday on or between 1 September and 31 August, Year 1 are those who have their sixth birthday on or between these dates and Year 2 are those who have their seventh birthday on or between these dates.

Applications for Entry into Year 3 to Year 6

It is sometimes possible for children, particularly those interested in mini bass and brass instruments, to enter the programme in Year 3 upwards. However, places are very limited. Following application, a formal audition will be arranged.

It will generally be expected that a child who is already learning an instrument should be prepared to play two contrasting pieces, a few scales, sightreading and to answer some general questions to establish level of musicianship. While auditions are highly competitive, it is difficult to offer advice about the required standard beforehand. The panel will be looking for evidence of musical potential, ability to concentrate and the level of development of motor skills.

Drama Course

The Drama Course has an informal audition procedure that takes place once a year in the Spring term.

Candidates will be asked to attend the School on a term time Saturday to take part in a group audition which will include a physical warm up and candidates may be asked to improvise. Following the audition, there may be a recall process and successful candidates will then be invited to attend either the 9am class or the 10.45am class for a probationary term.

Once audition dates have been allocated, candidates will be invited to audition and will be provided with further information.

Information for all courses

Late applications

Late applications will generally be considered. However, there may be a delay in arranging an audition date. We do try to hear all applications but cannot guarantee a place even if the student is of our entry level. In such cases, students may be placed on a reserve list.

A limited number of places are available for the Kindergarten Course and String Training Programme taking place at Felsted School.

Audition results

Results are sent directly to the parent/guardian as soon as possible after the audition period.

Pre-audition advice

Junior Guildhall offers pre-audition advice with specialist teachers for prospective students. This will normally be a one-to-one session but the student’s parent/carer may also attend.

The teacher may offer advice on musical interpretation and technical set-up and indicate whether the students is suitable for a Junior Guildhall audition. Please note that any indication given is not a guarantee of passing an audition.

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Finance and fundingScholarships and bursaries are available for students and aim to accommodate all talented students regardless of their ability to pay.

Bursaries & Grants

The School makes strenuous efforts to help all applicants in need of financial support. All bursaries are awarded on a means-tested basis. Applications should be received by 1 May for students entering in the following September.

Students receive financial support through a number of charitable trusts and organisations including the Leverhulme Trust, Wolfson Foundation, the Ruth David & John Beckett Bursary.

National Grants for Music and Dance

These grants are funded through the Department for Education’s Music and Dance Scheme. They are intended for young musicians aged 8 to 16 with exceptional potential and dedication who do not have the financial means to access the best available training.

Students offered places on the Music Course or Jazz Programme are eligible for National Grants. Application for all sources of financial support are made through the Junior Guildhall Bursary Scheme.

Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded to outstanding musicians either through the entrance audition or, in the case of existing students, through Junior Guildhall assessment procedures. No application is required.

Most scholarships are worth between £250 and £1,000.

Please see our website for details of the City of London School for Girls and Felsted School Scholarships.

Fees

A list of up to date Junior Guildhall fees can be found on our website at gsmd.ac.uk/youth_adult_learning/junior_guildhall/finance_and_funding

Dates for the diary

Application deadlines for September 2020

All courses: Applications open 7 January Applications deadline 1 March

Audition Dates

MusicMid-February – mid-April

DramaMid-February – mid-April

Term dates 2020/21

Autumn Term 12 September to 5 December Half term: 24 October Make-up: 12 September & 5 December

Spring Term 9 January to 27 March Half term: 13 February Make-up: 27 March

Summer Term 24 April to 10 July Half term: 29 May Make-up: 5 June

Photo CreditsPaul CochraneNina LargeTimothy SoarMatthew BrookesKayt Jones

DisclaimerJunior Guildhall has made every effort to ensure that the information provided in this prospectus is both helpful and accurate at the time of publication. Nevertheless, some information may become outdated or the details may have changed. Please check our website for the most up to date information gsmd.ac.uk

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