De Mowbray Music
Thirsk, North Yorkshire
UPCOMING EVENTS
Exciting events and projects are planned to run throughout the year, and on this page you will find out what is going on. Look out for community projects that you can get involved in and professional concerts for you to enjoy.
Come & Play Day
Sunday 12 May 2024
10am-5pm
Shostakovich Symphony No 5
Sibelius Karelia Suite
Thirsk Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR
The third De Mowbray Music Come and Play Day is here!
Join other brilliant orchestral musicians for a day rehearsing these two exciting pieces with Music Director Benjamin Ellin.
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There are still places available on:
Trumpet
Trombone
Bass Trombone
Tuba
Contrabassoon
Harp
Celeste
Strings
Other instrumentalists can still sign up but will be added to the reserve list in case someone drops out.
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Grade 8+ woodwind, brass and percussion. Grade 6+ strings.
£10 to participate. Music provided on the day. Refreshments available.
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Sign up here by Sunday 21 April (places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis so sign up early to secure a place).
Rural Arts Summer Series
So I’m not a Princess
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Friday, May 24, 2024
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: The Courthouse
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A coming-of-age cabaret told through iconic princess and musical theatre numbers by singing sensation, Eleanor Sandars.
Growing up in the countryside, Eleanor had big dreams of reaching her full Princess potential, complete with Prince, castle, singing animal friends and of course the largest ball gown available. Surrounded by woodlands, sheep, and the ability to sing so loudly she could hear her voice echoing through the land, how could she not believe herself to be a Princess?
Filled with funny childhood and coming of age stories, involving numerous pets, a built-in wardrobe and a first kiss. Join Eleanor on a voyage of discovery as she reminisces through songs ranging from the most beloved Princess tunes to Musical Theatre’s strongest women how she is in fact not a Princess? Or is she?
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More info and tickets here
The Derrick Harris Trio
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Friday, June 7, 2024
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: The Courthouse
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A joyful hour of laid-back jazz for a summer’s evening from an exciting trio of renowned musicians. Well-known as a jazz guitarist, composer and band leader, Derrick is joined by Jose Canha with his toasty bass sound and popular, eclectic percussionist Paul Smith.
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More info and tickets here
Native Gallantry
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Friday, August 30, 2024
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: The Courthouse
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Catherine Strachan (cello) and Asuka Sumi (baroque violin)
A programme of 18th century music with Scottish and Italian connections. Exploring the links between Scottish fiddle music and baroque string playing, this concert brings together pieces by Italian composers who made Britain their home, such as Geminiani (pictured) and Matteis, with music composed, collected and arranged by local musicians like Oswald, Bremner and Cervetto. Performed on period instruments.
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More info and tickets here