The deadline for applications for the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland is 20th September.  If you wish to apply either see Mrs Selbie or apply online at www.nyos.co.uk

If you play an instrument and are grade 6 standard or above you can apply to audition for the West of Scotland Schools Symphony Orchestra or Concert Band season 2014.   Every year we have a large number of  pupils that take part in both the orchestra and concert band and they all relish the opportunities that they get to work with professional conductors and perform in some of Scotland’s finest venues. See Mrs Selbie for an application form or apply online at  www.wsso.org.uk.  The deadline for this round of applications is 31st October.

Vocal workshops for all singers taking music as a subject begin on Monday 16th September after school.  At these workshops, lead by Ms Parker, the focus will be on breathing, projection, phrasing as well as general musicianship skills and presentation. The workshops will take place in Music Studio 3  and they begin with S3 pupils on Mon 16th Sept, then S4 on Mon 23rd Sept followed by S5/S6 on Mon 7th October.  These will take place on a rotational basis focusing on particular year groups at a time.  Please see Ms Parker if you have any questions.

Theory classes start back on Wed 11th September in Music Studio 1 at 12.35pm.  All pupils wanting help with their theory are most welcome to come along.

Conducting workshops begin this Friday 23rd August with Mrs Brodie and Ross Gunning after school in Music Studio 2.  Please come along if you would like to know more about how to lead an ensemble – very useful if you are thinking of studying music in the future!

The Williamwood High School Traditional Music Band has played at many venues over the last few years, including Celtic Connections, The Edinburgh Festival and Iona Abbey. In June 2013, after many rehearsals, where pupils continually showed great enthusiasm and dedication, the “Trad Band” set off for an exciting trip to Paris and Disneyland. The highlight of the trip was a concert in the Performing Arts Arena of Disneyland, where pupils performed a programme of traditional music, confidently and musically.

Afterwards pupils (and staff) had a great time enjoying some of the very scary theme park activities.

The remaining time was spent enjoying the weather, and exploring the fabulous sights and sounds of Paris and Brugge.

After a night on the boat from Zebruggee to Hull, where the cinema and fine cuisine were sampled enthusiastically by all, pupils and staff returned to Williamwood, tired but happy.

The next payment of £150 is due by Friday 23rd Aug. 

This month’s composer is George Crumb.  Click on his name at the right hand side of this page to read about him and listen to some of his music.

Most of the timetables for next session are available on the website.

This month’s composer is Joe Duddell. Have a look at some very interesting information and listen to an example of his work.