Come and Play with Bristol Beacon String Sparks and Bristol Beacon String Group on Saturday 25 March.
This is free taster session an ideal opportunity for any children considering joining one of our groups – come along to sit in and listen, or join in with our rehearsals. Young people and parents/carers are welcome to join us for the whole morning to see how we work with both groups.
Timings
09:30 – 10:15 String Sparks
10:15 – 10:45 Refreshments for both groups and parents
10:45 – 11:30 String Group
Ability: Beginners to Grade 2
Ages: 7 – 11
About the ensembles
String Sparks
This group is suitable for children who have been playing for as little as a term, if they have learnt to use their 1st and 2nd fingers.
The music is designed so that there is always an open string with first finger part but the more experienced children can be playing parts that are approaching grade 1 level.
There is no audition and we have tutors on hand to help and encourage the less confident players.
String Group
This group follows on from Starter Strings and is suitable for children who have started using a ‘low 2nd finger’ on the violin/viola or 2nd finger on the cello and bass (ask your teacher if you are unsure about this).
This is approximately grade 1 level and we have parts that will stretch the players up to grade 2. Again there are no auditions and we have encouraging and supportive tutors.
Register your interest for the Come and Play Day
If you would be interested in attending, please fill in the contact form below with a few details about what group they might like to attend.
The venue
Beacon Music Centre
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Music Centre is located on Stanton Road in Southmead.
Address: Beacon Music Centre, Stanton Rd, Bristol BS10 5SJ
Bicycle
Bicycle racks are available in the Beacon Music Centre car park to the left of the main entrance. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking:
Beacon Music Centre has an on-site car park which is free to use for visitors.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Beacon Music Centre is outside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. View a map of the Zone and check if your vehicle will be charged.
Bus
The nearest bus stop is Pen Park Road a short distance (200m) away.
Access
Mobility
Beacon Music Centre is an accessible space, with level access and ramps throughout.
Toilets
There are accessible toilets in the centre.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are welcome.
Hearing Facility
There is no induction loop facility at this venue.
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