Cello Orchestra and Vamoosh Play Day with Thomas Gregory and Helen Neilson
Thomas Gregory is a cellist, composer and conductor based in London. He is the mastermind behind the popular series Vamoosh which was originally conceived for his own group classes. In 2009 he published the first Vamoosh book himself which quickly gained traction around the world. There are now books for all strings and many wind instruments with more in the pipeline. Thomas continues to share his time between teaching, composing and performing.
“Cello Orchestra and Vamoosh Play Day” – open to all student cellists up to age 18.
The SENIOR event day will feature some of his Cello Orchestra compositions, which all students will participate in.
The JUNIOR event will be based on “Vamoosh” favourites, taught by ear, and will be led by Helen Neilson. Junior students will also join the Cello Orchestra for one combined piece, and they will learn their part by ear.
There are TWO parallel events running, culminating in a combined concert with all students playing at 2.45 – 3.15pm, to which parents are welcome.
SENIOR EVENT: Open to students from approx grade 1-2- level who can read notes with 1-2-3-4 on all four strings, up to grade 8+ level advanced cellists. This will be led by Thomas Gregory. Cost of day: £28.
10.30 Arrive/set up/tune
10.45 – 12.15 Cello Orchestra Session 1
12.15 – 1.00 Lunchtime – please bring a packed lunch.
1.00 – 2.00 Cello Orchestra Session 2
2.00 – 2.15 Break
2.15 – 2.45 COMBINED groups cello orchestra piece
2.45 – 3.15 CONCERT – parents are welcome to attend
3.30 Event ends
JUNIOR EVENT: Open to students from the earliest stages of their cello playing journeys, including those who have not yet started their reading journeys. Suitable for those in their first couple of years of learning to play the cello. This will be led by Helen Neilson. Cost of afternoon: £12.
12.45 Arrive/set up/tune
1.00 – 2.00 “Vamoosh” with Helen – exploring favourite compositions by Thomas Gregory from his well known series for young string players
2.00 – 2.15 Break and MOVE TO UPSTAIRS HALL – parents will be required to help move children, cellos and stools
2.15 – 2.45 COMBINED groups cello orchestra piece
2.45 – 3.15 CONCERT – parents are welcome to attend
3.30 Event ends
How much? £28 Seniors; £12 Juniors. Payment will be requested after your child has been offered a place. Your child’s place will be confirmed once payment has been received.
How to apply? Fill in this Google form: https://forms.gle/zgss6YTrUw6NxiLBA
Applications must be received by SUNDAY 27th February 2022.
