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MONDAY 13 JULY 2009
Contemporary Composition and Performance

Instrumentalists from the Britten–Pears Programme perform masterpieces of the 20th and 21st centuries, and showcase short works written by young composers during a course with Oliver Knussen, Colin Matthews and Magnus Lindberg.


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  • Monday 13 July 2009

    Contemporary Composition and Performance

    Instrumentalists from the Britten–Pears Programme perform masterpieces of the 20th and 21st centuries, and showcase short works written by young composers during a course with Oliver Knussen, Colin Matthews and Magnus Lindberg.

    Information Please call the Box Office on 01728 687110 to book

  • Friday 17 July 2009

    Creative Improvisation

    Over five days, Aldeburgh Young Musicians explore classical improvisation, led by David Dolan and collaborating with Britten–Pears Young Artists. This Open Session showcases the work done during their stay.

    Information Please call the Box Office on 01728 687110 to book

  • Thursday 23 July 2009 - Sunday 26 July 2009

    English Song Masterclasses

    Sir Thomas Allen leads masterclasses for singers from the Britten–Pears Programme, focusing on English Song repertoire with a particular emphasis on the works of Britten.

    Information Please call the Box Office on 01728 687110 to book

  • Friday 24 July 2009

    National Youth Orchestra Open Sessions

    Ahead of their symphonic Snape Prom on 6 August, the NYO principal players and acclaimed young Spanish conductor Pablo Heras-Casado invite you to share 20th-century chamber works.

    Information Please call the Box Office on 01728 687110 to book

  • Tuesday 28 July 2009 - Wednesday 29 July 2009

    English Song Masterclasses

    Sir Thomas Allen leads masterclasses for singers from the Britten–Pears Programme, focusing on English Song repertoire with a particular emphasis on the works of Britten.

    Information Please call the Box Office on 01728 687110 to book

  • Thursday 30 July 2009

    English Song Recital

    Singers from the Britten–Pears Programme present the results of their masterclasses with Sir Thomas Allen.

    Information Please call the Box Office on 01728 687110 to book

  • Saturday 1 August 2009

    Alex Wilson 'Mali Latino'

    Pianist Alex Wilson, Kora virtuoso Madou Sidiki Diabaté, percussionist Ahmed Fofana and vocalist Doussouba Diabaté combine the essence of Afro-Cuban jazz with the exotic harmonies and ancient traditions of West-African music.

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BEHIND THE SCENES

2 July
Film and Soundtrack project preparation day
Young People at HMP & YOI Warren Hill, Carlford Unit pitch their story/film ideas to a panel, prior to a project later in the month.
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3 July
HMP & YOI Warren Hill, Carlford Unit family day
A day dedicated to demonstrating the work that's been done at the prison, and working with those whose families are unable to come.

4-13 July
Contemporary Composition and Performance
A Britten–Pears Programme course for instrumentalists and composers, led by Oliver Knussen, Colin Matthews and Magnus Lindberg.
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13-17 July
Creative Improvisation
Aldeburgh Young Musicians explore the practice of creativity in music performance with David Dolan.
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13-24 July
Film and Soundtrack project
Young people at HMP & YOI Warren Hill, Carlford Unit create a short film with an accompanying original soundtrack, led by a team of six artists.
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