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Cammuso http://www.cammuso.org.uk/ This rss feed is sent from www.cammuso.org.uk on behalf of the Faculty of Music. If you'd like to add your concert or message to this feed, just visit the site - www.cammuso.org.uk. en Thu, 28 Aug 2008 09:51:56 +0000 "Fleeting Shadows of Delight": Hadyn Songs and Lieder with Suzana Ograjenšek and Matthew Schellhorn at Clare Hall, Main Hall http://www.cammuso.org.uk/concerts/291 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 +0000 The soprano Suzana Ograjensek and the pianist Matthew Schellhorn return to Cambridge with a programme of Haydn’s works for voice and piano. Programme includes a selection from both books of his Original Canzonettas and Lieder fuer das Clavier, arias from the opera L’infedelta delusa, piano sonata in A Major, Hob. XVI:26, and piano sonata Hob.XVII:6 (Un piccolo divertimento; Variations). Full of fantasy. Wholly refreshing. -DELO Deeply compelling. -MUSICAL OPINION Free Admission / Retiring Collection <a href="http://www.clarehall.cam.ac.uk/index.php?id=493" rel="nofollow">http://www.clarehall.cam.ac.uk/index.php?id=493</a> <a href="http://www.suzanaograjensek.com" rel="nofollow">www.suzanaograjensek.com</a> <a href="http://www.matthewschellhorn.com" rel="nofollow">www.matthewschellhorn.com</a> Marionas at Frazer Room, Trinity College http://www.cammuso.org.uk/concerts/292 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 +0000 Gordon Ferries (Baroque guitar) plays music by Francisco Guerau. Gordon Ferries weaves his way through the desuctie labyrinth of Guerau’s ‘harmonic poem’, sensual ballads, sublime passacalles and the virtuosic dance music of baroque Spain’s fiery underbelly. Ferries’ playing brings this beguiling world to life with elegance and passionate vitality. Tickets £9 (students / unwaged £7) at the door or in advance from <a href="http://www.CambridgeEarlyMusic.org" rel="nofollow">www.CambridgeEarlyMusic.org</a> Fabellae: Italian stories from the early 17th century told through music at Little St Mary's Church, Cambridge http://www.cammuso.org.uk/concerts/293 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 +0000 SAVADI – Prizewinners in the 2006 Early Music Network Young Artists Competition Kristine Jaunalksne (soprano) Ulrike Hofbauer (soprano) Marie Bournisien (Baroque harp) Fairy tales, adventure novels, Hollywood movies – stories in their many guises are a part of the fabric of our cultural identity, exerting a formative influence on our thinking and our values. In this concert we will hear sacred and secular stories set by Carissimi, Strozzi, Merula, d’India and others. From very different corners of Europe (France, Latvia and Germany) the members of Savadi bring a highly unusual and heart-stoppingly beautiful approach to this entrancing music. Tickets £18 (students / unwaged £12) at the door or in advance from <a href="http://www.CambridgeEarlyMusic.org" rel="nofollow">www.CambridgeEarlyMusic.org</a> Curlew River at Pembroke College Chapel http://www.cammuso.org.uk/concerts/288 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 +0000 “CURLEW RIVER” Benjamin Britten, libretto by William Plomer. Entrance FREE The Pembroke College Music Society (PCMS) presents the first of Britten’s Church Parables to celebrate St. Cecilia’s Day and the installment of the new Pembroke College Chamber Organ with a semi-staged performance of this beautiful work based on the Japanese Noh drama “Sumidagawa” set to the backdrop of the mediaeval fenlands. To be followed by drinks reception in the Thomas Gray Room. Messiah at Pembroke College Chapel http://www.cammuso.org.uk/concerts/289 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 +0000 “MESSIAH” G. F. Handel Entrance FREE The Pembroke College Music Soicety (PCMS) presents a performance of Handel’s oratorio “Messiah”. This will be a bring-and-sing concert, meaning all are welcome to sing in the choir. Please bring a copy of the vocal score if you own one, although PCMS will have some copies available. There will be a rehearsal in the afternoon before the concert. For further details, please contact <a href="mailto:pembrokemusic@cusu.cam.ac.uk.">pembrokemusic@cusu.cam.ac.uk.</a> dnh22 on "Soloist Wanted 31st July 2009 At Wedding Ceremony - Good Rate Of Pay" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/159#post-168 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:10:45 +0000 dnh22 168@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Soloist wanted 31st July 2009 at wedding ceremony - good rate of pay Please contact Suzie on 07949 246 295 or <a href="mailto:suziehadassi@gmail.com">suziehadassi@gmail.com</a> if you are interested in singing Ave Maria at a wedding ceremony in Trumpington Parish Church next year. Thank you rc125 on "Quartet Or Other Wanted For Engagement Party" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/158#post-167 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:31:32 +0000 rc125 167@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ I'm looking for musicians that might play at our engagement party in a college garden on Sat Sept 20, 2-5 in the afternoon (or inside if the weather is bad). Would you be able to play? A quartet or some other small classical (or world music) outfit would be perfect. Thank you for your help! Rhodri fk240 on "Orfeo, Final Auditions" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/157#post-166 Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:34:11 +0000 fk240 166@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Cambridge University Baroque Ensemble, in association with Fitzwilliam Chamber Opera, is pleased to announce auditions for a major staged operatic production next academic year: 'ORFEO' by CLAUDIO MONTEVERDI at the ADC THEATRE, Week 2, Lent Term 2009 (27th-31st January) Final Audition Call ************************************************* *The Production* This ambitious production will feature a large Renaissance orchestra and offer cast members the opportunity to work alongside a professional team of leading Cambridge early music specialists. Performed in English, 'Orfeo' will feature a new, especially-prepared singing translation of this timeless story. Visually, the opera will be equally ambitious - fully staged, and making comprehensive use of the ADC Theatre's potential for set, costume, lighting and technical wizardry - a true showpiece of the 2008-09 season. The roles of the opera are as follows: Orfeo - Tenor, Euridice - Soprano, Musica - Soprano, Messenger - Soprano/Mezzo-soprano, Hope - Soprano, Charon - Bass, Persephone - Soprano, Pluto - Bass, Apollo - Tenor, Ensemble – SSATB, from which up to ten smaller solo roles (Shepherd/Nymph/Spirit) will be drawn. Rehearsals will take place steadily throughout the Michaelmas and early Lent terms, with a short intensive rehearsal period before term starts in January. We are seeking singers able and enthusiastic to become fully immersed in the production; it's music, sound-world, movement and staging. The core production team is as follows: Musical Director - Francis Knights (fk240), <a href="http://www.francisknights.co.uk," rel="nofollow">www.francisknights.co.uk,</a> Assistant Musical Director – Dr Dan Tidhar (dut20), Orchestral Leader – Dr David Irving (drmi2), Stage Director - Claire V.S. Pike (cvsp2), Producer - Robert Nimmo (rn269) *Auditions* Final auditions will take place by 12th August in central Cambridge. If you are interested in auditioning, email <a href="mailto:cvsp2@cam.ac.uk">cvsp2@cam.ac.uk</a> immediately to book a slot, indicating your voice type and preferred audition time. Please bring a suitable piece to sing for the audition, such as a Baroque aria or Dowland lute song. You are welcome to bring an accompanist, but otherwise one will be provided (please bring two copies of your music). We very much look forward to hearing from you for what promises to be an extremely exciting project! *Orchestra and Production Team* There will be separate calls for Instrumentalists, Dancers and Production Team shortly, but anyone potentially interested in such performing or back-stage roles is welcome to get in touch (cvsp2@cam.ac.uk) now. The orchestra will consist of continuo (harpsichords, organ, lutes, harp), strings, wind/brass (recorders, cornetts, trombones) and percussion. tkw23 on "Vacancy, Classical Opera Company: Intern" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/156#post-165 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:04:36 +0000 tkw23 165@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Vacancy – Intern The Classical Opera Company is one of the country’s leading independent opera companies. We are seeking an intern to help two days per week with all aspects of the day-to-day running of the organization, providing support and assistance where required. Working as part of a small team, you will assist with many aspects of the administration of the company, helping with event organization, research and maintaining and developing databases. This position provides an excellent background for those interested in pursuing a career in arts administration and the world of classical music; the majority of previous Classical Opera Company interns have quickly gone on to secure excellent positions soon after completing their time with the company. This is a non-salaried internship, but a travel and subsistence allowance is paid. To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to Penny Desbruslais - Administrator, at <a href="mailto:info@classicalopera.co.uk">info@classicalopera.co.uk</a>, detailing how your skills and experience might be useful, what you would hope to learn from such a position, and what you feel that you can offer to the Classical Opera Company. ep208 on "Musicians Wanted For New Arts Club" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/132#post-164 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:48:28 +0000 ep208 164@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ For something completely different, may I recommend "Keith Pearson's Coup de Grass", a local Bluegrass-influenced show band. They appeared in the Cambridge Big Weekend on Parkers' Piece and will be appearing late on Sunday 3 August in the Folk Club tent it you would like a preview! full details see: <a href="http://www.keithpearson.co.uk" rel="nofollow">www.keithpearson.co.uk</a> regards and good luck with your musical initiative, Liz Pearson (contact for the band 01954 260730) ep208 on "Banjo And Guitar Tuition" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/155#post-163 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:33:33 +0000 ep208 163@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ All styles; beginners welcome. Bluegrass a speciality. Contact Keith Pearson 01954 260730; 07799 382126 email: <a href="mailto:info@keithpearson.co.uk">info@keithpearson.co.uk</a> <a href="http://www.keithpearson.co.uk" rel="nofollow">www.keithpearson.co.uk</a> tkw23 on "Organist/choir Director Wanted, Girton Parish Church" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/154#post-162 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:01:55 +0000 tkw23 162@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Girton Parish Church is seeking an organist / choir director in succession to Katherine Hambridge. The commitment is one Sunday service (10 am) plus a mid-week choir practice (currently 6.30 - 7.30 pm on Tuesdays) plus very occasional extra services (Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day mid week evenings, Palm Sunday and Sunday before Christmas evenings and Good Friday lunchtime). Basic fee to be negotiated (but over £2000) with higher than standard fees for occasional offices (currently £68 per funeral or wedding, double if the wedding is video recorded). This year we have also paid an allowance towards fees for deps. There is an amateur choir made up predominantly of adults, which has come on leaps and bounds in the recent past. The churchmanship is central with mainly traditional music. The church is welcoming and good fun with a usual attendance at the main service of 75 - 100. The position has been held for the past two years by former organ scholars remaining in Cambridge after graduation. Please contact the Rector, Will Adam on <a href="mailto:wja@luxmundi.co.uk">wja@luxmundi.co.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:willadam@mac.com">willadam@mac.com</a> or by telephone 01223 276235 for further information. Katherine would also be happy to give further details (kh324@cam.ac.uk) dnh22 on "Ensembles Sought For Clare Hall Charity Event, July 19" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/153#post-161 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:25:53 +0000 dnh22 161@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Clare Hall is searching for ensembles to perform at the annual Clare Hall Charity Gala, July 19, 2008. Information about the event follows, if you are interested in helping, please contact Stephanie Popp at sap54 {at} cam.ac.uk <a href="http://www.clarehallmayball.co.uk/charity/" rel="nofollow">http://www.clarehallmayball.co.uk/charity/</a> Lifeline Clare Hall Charity Gala is a fundraising event for the Lifeline Street Children Project. In addition to free drinks and food, there will be entertainment including 2 live bands, DJ, karaoke, and many other fun ents for everyone. A silent auction for prizes donated by local businesses will be held, including a Virgin hot air balloon ride for 2. All are welcome to this classy affair on Saturday, July 19th; this will be the last event the Graduate Student Body will be organizing for the year and takes place on Graduation day - all family is welcome! dnh22 on "Trio Or Quartet Required For Wedding" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/152#post-160 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:58:13 +0000 dnh22 160@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Trio or quartet required for a wedding in Longstowe on 13 Sept 2008 2.30 – 5.30 approx. Light classical music. No piano available. Transport and light refreshments provided. Please contact Catherine Caves on <a href="mailto:cjc47@cam.ac">cjc47@cam.ac</a>,uk with details of costs. Many thanks. tkw23 on "Vacancy - Director Of Music, Corpus Christi" http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/topic/151#post-159 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:16:08 +0000 tkw23 159@http://www.cammuso.org.uk/forums/ Director of Music (Part-Time) 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract Founded in 1352 by the townspeople of Cambridge, Corpus Christi College is one of the oldest Colleges of the University of Cambridge. The College wishes to appoint a Director of Music. This is an exciting post which provides support, encouragement and continuity in the musical life of the college, with opportunities for the creative development of musical activities. The successful candidate will have considerable musical accomplishment, enthusiasm and energy, and appreciation of the need to work closely with the Chaplain, Chapel Choir, Organ Scholars and music groups within College. It is envisaged that the post may appeal to those with existing academic or musical commitments, or to a musician who has completed their postgraduate academic studies, but who may be seeking to consolidate or maintain a professional musical career. The post will require an average of 12 hours per week and to accompany the Choir on its annual tour. One year probationary period. Starting salary in the range of £10,000 to £12,000 per annum. Full dining rights and Senior Common Room membership are also available. Further particulars may be obtained from the College Secretary: Mrs K Williams, e-mail <a href="mailto:kmw38@cam.ac.uk.">kmw38@cam.ac.uk.</a> Telephone 01223 339793 Applications should be made to the above not later than 21st July 2008. It should include curriculum vitae, details of the candidate's education record, publications, recordings, teaching and professional experience, and the names and addresses of two referees who should be asked by the applicant to submit references by the closing date. Interviews for short-listed candidates will be held week commencing 4th August 2008.