East & Mid Hertfordshire
Area Head: Peter Twitchin
peter.twitchin@hertscc.gov.uk
Mid Herts Centre for Music and Arts
Birchwood Avenue
Hatfield
AL10 OPS
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Head
Peter Twitchin
Tel: 01707 270025
Email: peter.twitchin@hertscc.gov.uk
Deputy Head
Tel: 01707 270025
Rachel Dawson (Acting)
Tel: 01707 270025
Email: rachel.dawson@hertscc.gov.uk
Administrative Staff
Margaret Clark
Nicky Reardon
Louise Hingston
Office Hours (term time only)
Monday - Friday 09:00-19:30
Saturday 09:00-13:00
Tel: 01707 270025
Fax: 01707 276122
Email: eastmusicenquiries@hertscc.gov.uk
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East Herts Music Centre
Ingram House
Bishop's College
Churchgate
Cheshunt
EN8 9NH
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Head
David Boarder
Tel: 01992 623489
Email: david.boarder@hertscc.gov.uk
Deputy Head of East Herts Music Centre & Head of Cheshunt Saturday Morning Music School
Catherine Wild
Tel: 01992 623489
Email: eastmusicenquiries@hertscc.gov.uk
Administrative Staff for Cheshunt, Bishop's Stortford, Puckeridge & Ware
Ann Clements
Ron Edmonds
Christine Stephenson
Office Hours (term time only)
Monday to Friday 09:00-19:30
Saturday 08:30-13:00
Tel: 01992 623489
Fax: 01992 643795
Email: eastmusicenquiries@hertscc.gov.uk
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Hertford Saturday Morning Music School
Simon Balle School
Mangrove Road
Hertford
SG13 8AJ
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Head:
Hilary Smethurst-Evans
hilary.smethurst-evans@hertscc.gov.uk
Admin:
Ron Edmonds
eastmusicenquiries@hertscc.gov.uk
Contact:
on Saturday Mornings during term time between 9.00 and 1.00
Tel: 01992 410408
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Bishop's Stortford Music Centre
St Mary's Roman Catholic School
Windhill
Bishop's Strotford
CM23 2NQ
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Administration, invoices and financial:
East Herts Music Centres
Ingram House, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt EN8 9NH
tel: 01992 623489 fax: 01992 643795
Email: eastmusicenquiries@hertscc.gov.uk
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Head of Centre: Rosemary Richardson
e-mail: rosemary.richardson@hertsmusicservice.org.uk
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Puckeridge
Ralph Sadlier Middle School
Station Road
Puckeridge
Ware
SG11 1TF
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Puckeridge
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Ware
Presdales School
Hoe Lane
Ware
SG12 9NX
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Ware
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Tuition At Mid Herts Centre for Music & Arts
Individual lessons
and Group lessons
are available for the instruments listed below.
Brass: Cornet, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, etc.
Guitar: Classical and Electric
Orchestra: All orchestral Instruments
Percussion
Recorder
Singing
Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass
Theory
Woodwind: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone and Bassoon
Also: Drum Kit, Keyboard & Music Technology
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All groups work with experienced staff to develop their instrumental skills through listening and playing as part of an ensemble. They rehearse a wide variety of music, and give regular concerts.
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Brass & Percussion Woodwind,
Junior Windband
Thursday 17.45–18.45
For newly established beginner wind, brass, percussion and bass guitar players through to good experienced junior players of about Grade 1 – 2 standard.
Intermediate Windband
Thursday 17.45-18.45
For woodwind, brass and percussion players who are of an intermediate standard of Grades 3, 4 and 5+.
Mid Herts Youth Concert Band
Thursday 17.45-19.00
For advanced players of higher grades who play woodwind, brass, percussion, electric bass and keyboard instruments performing music from the varied advanced windband repertoire.
Woodwind Ensembles
Saturday 09:00-11:00
Intermediate and advanced players from the Youth Orchestra and Training Orchestra work in small chamber groups as well as a full ensemble, performing music of a high level.
Brass Ensemble
19.00-19.30
Junior and Intermediate brass players.
Senior Brass Ensemble
Saturday 11:00-11:45
Intermediate and advanced brass players from Youth and Training Orchestras.
Percussion Ensemble
Friday 19.15–20.15
This provides an opportunity for intermediate and advanced percussionists
to perform ensemble music using tuned and untuned percussion as well
as a variety of Latin instruments.
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Guitar
Guitar Ensemble - Junior
Wednesday 19.15–19.45 p.m.
Mainly classical styles are performed by this junior group
Guitar Ensemble - Intermediate
Wednesday 17.15–17.45 p.m.
This more advanced group performes mainly classical styles
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Orchestra
Training Orchestra
Saturday 11:15-12:30
Burleigh strings are combined with intermediate wind/brass/percussion players. Entry is by audition for wind/brass/percussion players. Grade 4+ standard is required. The emphasis is on orchestral training preparing musicians for the Mid Herts Youth Orchestra and beyond.
Mid Herts Youth Orchestra
Saturday 11:15-13:00
Membership by audition for advanced players. Music from the main orchestral repertoire is performed. A high standard of orchestral playing is required - usually grades 6-8.
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Recorder
Beginner - a group for keen beginners
Tuesday 16.00–16.30
Junior - a group for established players who will play within an ensemble.
Tuesday 17.00–17.30
In both of these groups skills will be acquired through fun music.
Intermediate Group
Tuesday 16.30–17.00
Senior - a group for players with plenty of experience in ensemble playing, they should be confident players at sight reading.
Tuesday 17.00–17.30
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Singing
Young Voices
Saturday 10:00-10:45
An introduction to singing for children in years 1, 2 and 3, through singing, movement and games
Junior Choir
Saturday 08:45-09:45
Aimed at children who are currently yr 4, 5, 6 at school, members are required to be enthusiastic as well as show a keenness to learn and have a commitment for the programme of events we offer. The music is varied and fun – accompanied / unaccompanied; traditional / popular songs; unison singing / singing in parts; rounds / echo songs / partner songs; serious songs / hilarious songs; English texts / some foreign texts.
Hatfield Boys' Choir
Wednesday 16:30-17:15
This new choir is for boys in school years 4-8. Emphasis on fun and singing songs from this marvelous heritage of boys' choirs repertoire.
Youth Choir
Saturday 08:45-10:00
For pupils in Yr 7 - Yr 13. Repertoire includes extended part songs up to 3 parts from a variety of idioms, both accompanied and unaccompanied. An ability to read music is useful but not essential as the emphasis is on enjoyment through vocal skill development. The choir performs at local venues and in London. Singing lessons are encouraged.
Chamber Choir
Saturday 10:00-11:00
More advanced choral chamber repertoire for the advanced members of the Mid Herts Youth Choir singing in 3 or 4 parts SSAA, with one or more singers per part. Singing lessons are essential. This choir is an excellent group to join in conjunction with the County Youth Choir.
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Strings
Beginner Strings
Saturday 11:30-12:30
An established beginner level of playing is required - open strings and first finger pattern. The music performed includes simple arrangements which are fun yet challenging.
Hillharmonic Strings
Saturday 11:15-12:30
A junior level of playing is required from established string players -G major 2 octaves and first finger back. Arrangements of popular and new string music are performed.
Burleigh Strings
Saturday 09:45-11:00
This string orchestra requires an intermediate standard of string playing - third position should be established. More extended string repertoire from the classical and popular idioms of music are performed.
Mid Herts String Orchestra
Saturday 10:00-11:00
The string section of the Youth Orchestra. String orchestra repertoire of an advanced standard is performed.
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Theory
Theory Group
Monday 18.00–18.45 p.m.
This group offers a course of lessons leading up to Grade 5 theory examinations.
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Tuition East Herts Music Centre (Cheshunt)
Individual lessons
and Group lessons
are available for the instruments listed below.
Brass: Cornet, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, etc.
Guitar: Classical and Electric
Orchestra: All orchestral Instruments
Percussion
Recorder
Singing
Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass
Theory
Woodwind: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone and Bassoon
Also: Drum Kit, Keyboard & Music Technology
Please click on the instruments to see the activities that support the individual group lessons listed above
All groups work with experienced staff to develop their instrumental skills through listening and playing as part of an ensemble. They rehearse a wide variety of music, and give regular concerts.
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Recorder
Beginner and Preliminary standards
Saturday: Various times
an opportunity to develop basic skills in recorder playing, music reading, and simple ensemble arrangements.
Advanced players:
Saturday: Various times
to develop skills in treble, tenor and bass covering a wide ensemble repertoire.
Adult Recorder Group
occasionally on Saturday afternoons 14:30–17:00
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Theory
Saturday 09:00–10:00
For players or singers who need help and practice at the various tests set in theory exams. A pass at Grade 5 is required for entry to practical exams at Grade 6 and above.
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Junior Music Groups
Saturday 09:15–10:15
for key-stages 1-2 a foundation for musical progression through work with percussion instruments, songs and recorders.
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Singing
Choir
Saturday 10:30–11:15
we can teach you to sing and read music and we will encourage you to play an instrument if you do not already play. You do not need to take singing lessons but we can help you to arrange these at schools or in the Music Centres if you wish.
The 414 Choir (the Music Centres' Adult SATB Choir)
Monday 20:00-21:45 at St Mary's Church, Hertingfordbury
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Guitar Ensemble
Thursday 16:30–17:30
our emphasis is on ensemble skills, rhythm
and dynamics and the players can study a wide repertoire of well known tunes and arrangements - anything from renaissance dances to rock and roll, folk and 'pop' numbers.
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Orchestras and Groups
Wind
Preliminary Wind Orchestra
Thursday 16.30 to 17.30
for players who have reached grade 1 standard. Most players are in the age range 6-11 though there is an increasing number of older children who started to play in year 7 in the groups
Wind Orchestra
Saturday 11:15-12.15
for wind and percussion players of grade 3-5 or equivalent. The repertoire covers a wide range of styles and periods
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Brass Group
Saturday 11:15-12:15
for brass players and percussionists who are Grade 2 and above or equivalent. The repertoire covers 16th century brass music alongside arrangements of classical 'hits' and 'light' pieces.
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East Herts Concert Band (at Simon Balle School, Hertford)
Monday 19.00 - 21.00
East Herts Youth Orchestra
Friday 19:00–21:00 (at Simon Balle School, Hertford)
The A10 Orchestra (the Music Centres' Adult Orchestra)
Occasionally on Saturday Afternoons14:30–17:00
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More activities for String players
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Tuition at Hertford Saturday Morning Music School
Individual lessons
and Group lessons
are available for the instruments following instruments: Flute,
Clarinet,
Saxophone,
Percussion
Flute
Clarinet
Saxophone
Percussion
Singing
Theory
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Hertford Saturday Morning Music School groups meets every Saturday during term-time and play in a concert at the end of each term. We have a large library of new and classical music written and arranged specifically for young players. Our intention is that the music children play in our groups should both complement and reinforce the work they do in lesson time with their teacher and in their practice time at home.
Theory
09:00–09:45
The Theory Group is for players who need help and practice at the various tests set in theory exams. A pass at Grade 5 is required for entry to practical exams at Grade 6 and above. Skills in rhythm, pitch, listening and creative work are encouraged whilst working towards the recognised Grade 5 Theory examination. This class is regarded as an important ‘back up’ to the instrumental and choral activity within the Centre.
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Orchestras &Groups
Hertford Wind Ensemble
Saturday 09:45-10:45
The Hertford Woodwind Ensemble is for Bassoon, Cornet, Clarinet, Euphonium, Flute, French Horn, Oboe, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, and Tuba players who have reached Grade 1 standard or who have been playing for a year. Most of the players are in the age-range 6-11 though there are an increasing number of older secondary-age children who started to play in Year 7 in the group. We arrange week-end residential courses where the group can work with other orchestras and bands.
Wind Orchestra
Saturday 09:45–10:45
The Wind Orchestra is for players at grades 3 – 5 or equivalent with repertoire covering a wide range of styles and periods
Chamber Music
Saturday 10:45–11:30
Chamber Music is a major part of our SMMS in Hertford and there are well-established string and wind groups with a good repertoire of ‘real’ chamber and one-to-a-part ensemble music
East Herts Concert Band
Monday
19:00–21:00
East Herts Youth Orchestra
Tuesday 19:00–21:00
Accent of Jazz
Friday 17:00-18:00
String Orchestra
Saturday 09:45–10:45
The String Orchestra is for players at a good grade 3 standard or equivalent. The repertoire includes arrangements of classics and music written especially for young players.
Chamber Music (wind & strings)
Saturday 10:45–11:30
Chamber Music is a major part of our SMMS in Hertford and there are well-established string and wind groups with a good repertoire of ‘real’ chamber and one-to-a-part ensemble music
East Herts Youth Orchestra
Tuesday 19:00–21:00
Hertford Youth Choir
Tuesday 18:00-19:15
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Tuition at Bishop’s Stortford
Music Centre
Individual tuition currently available:
Piano, Violin, all Woodwind Instruments (including recorder), all Brass Instruments
Saturday Morning
Junior Music Group 9.00-10.00
Musical adventures for parents and under 7s!
Are you 7 years old or under? Would you like to have lots of fun and learn about music?
Come and join the Junior Music Group at Bishop’s Stortford Music School. We learn about music and movement, we sing and we play percussion instruments (no previous musical experience needed).
Theory Group
08:45-09:45, 6th Form Block
This group helps pupils develop general musicianship skills while reparing for Associated Board Examination requirements. It is run as a workshop allowing pupils to work at their own level and speed to prepare for different exams
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String Group
10:00-11:30, 6th Form Block
This group is for violin, viola, cello and double bass players between grades 1 and 5. They play everything from baroque to jazz and everything in between, with more than a bit of fun along the way. The group provides an excellent opportunity to develop ensemble skills, orchestral discipline and sight-reading.
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Wind Groups
Wind Band Hour
09:45-10:45, 6th Form Block
The Wind Groups meet from 9.45 – 10.45 for a 'Wind Band Hour' which includes some work as a large ensemble and some pieces in a variety of smaller groups. We cater for Wind and Brass players of all different levels of experience by workingwith different combinations of instruments and genres, including chamber music. Playing in a group helps you develop ensemble skills, and orchestral discipline, but more than that it gives the chance to have fun with music making.
Flute Choir
11:00-11:30, 6th Form Block
The Flute Choir has fun with music for flutes for 3 parts up to full flute choir repertoire, which gives players the opportunity to share parts with others or learn to hold a line on their own. We work on musical skills such as communication, leadership and tuning. Players also have the opportunity to play alto flute and piccolo.
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Trumpet Group
10:45-11:30, 6th Form Block
Currently a quartet with plenty of room for expansion, the Trumpet Group provides and opportunity for young players of approximately Grade 5 standard upwards to explore a wide-ranging repertoire.
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Thursdays
Bishop’s Stortford Brass
16:30-17:30, 6th Form Block
For players of approximately Grade 5 standard upwards, this mixed brass ensemble plays repertoire from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
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Fridays
Junior Brass Group 4.45-5.15
Playing in a group helps you develop ensemble skills and discipline, but more than that it gives you the chance to have fun with music making. If you play a Brass instrument up to Grade 3 in standard – come and have a go.
Timetable
Saturday
08:45–09:45 Theory
09:00-10:00 Junior Music Group
09:45-10:45 Wind Hour
10:00-11:30 String Group
10:45-11:00 Break and tuck shop in 6th form common room
11:00-11:30 Flute Choir
11:00-11:45 Trumpet Group
Thursday
16:30-17:30 Bishop Stortford Brass Ensemble
Friday
4:45-5:15 Junior Brass Group
Puckeridge
Tuesday
16:00-17:00 Percussion Group
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Ware
Tuesday
16:30-17:15 Guitar Ensemble
Wednesday
16:30-17:30 Preliminary String Orchestra
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