Inspire Spring 2015

London Symphony Orchestra LSO Discovery

INSPIRE

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE AT LSO ST LUKE’S SPRING 2015

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LSO ST LUKE’S: GET INSPIRED

SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY SINCE 1733 Our gleaming white spire is one of Old Street’s most iconic landmarks.

Rising 200 feet into the sky, the unique obelisk structure, designed by famous Baroque architect Nicholas Hawksmoor in 1733, once attracted local people to church. Now a state-of-the-art music venue, LSO St Luke’s is serving the local community in a different way, and its bold tower is a call to all to come and join in with inspirational music-making.

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE In 2003, the London Symphony Orchestra, based up the road at the Barbican Centre, decided to transform a ruined church into a totally one-off music venue for everyone to enjoy, with the help of corporate partners UBS. Created primarily as a home for LSO Discovery, the LSO’s education and community projects, as well as for the Orchestra themselves to rehearse in, the venue also hosts hundreds of concerts every year, exploring other genres alongside classical like folk and jazz. Read on to find out how you can witness these events; or better yet, come and make some music yourself.

WHAT’S ON? Page 3 – Family-friendly events We’ve something for all ages here at LSO St Luke’s. Join us at sessions specially crafted with families in mind, or at the Barbican where you can witness the whole Orchestra on a world-famous stage.

Page 4 – Get involved Ever tried a Gamelan? Or are you a budding digital composer at secondary school or college? Whether you have prior music knowledge or not, our workshop leaders will make sure you enjoy yourself.

Page 5 – Get singing No instruments needed here, just your voice! Singing is said to be incredibly good for the soul and is also something everyone can join in with. If you’re a more experienced singer, why not try an LSO Choral Singing Day? Page 6 – Events for everyone Free Friday Lunchtime Concerts at LSO St Luke’s offer the chance to hear small-scale classical music performed in a stunning venue by LSO and Guildhall School musicians.

Introduced with insightful facts, they also offer a chance for you to ask any burning questions.

Everything you need to know about tickets and where we are is on pages 7 & 8.

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS

Fri 20 Mar 12.30–1.15pm

Sun 8 Feb 2.30pm, Barbican

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STORYTELLING CONCERT SUITABLE FOR UNDER 5S

Rachel Leach presenter An interactive concert for mini music-makers! LSO musicians retell a popular children’s story through music, offering under-5s a chance to experience a live performance in the beautiful Jerwood Hall. Dance and sing your way through the concert as the instruments bring the tale to life!

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FAMILY CONCERT: VIVA ESPAÑA SUITABLE FOR 7- TO 12-YEAR-OLDS

This February we’re throwing a fiesta to have fun with all things Spanish.

Bring your castanets and hear classic tunes from Bizet’s Sevillian opera Carmen, de Falla’s El sombrero de tres picos (that’s ‘Three Cornered Hat’ to you and me) and Rimsky-Korsakov’s glittering Cappricio Espagnol. Plus a new participation piece by presenter Rachel Leach – but will she have brought her flamenco outfit?

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SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLL! FOR 1- TO 5-YEAR-OLDS

Interactive, creative and fun!

Our regular Monday morning music sessions for early years are a great way to introduce little ones to the world of music-making. Adults and children are invited to move and groove, explore new sounds and songs and get up close to the instruments of the orchestra.

With no more than 15 children per session, your child will receive individual attention as well as taking part in ageappropriate group activities.

For more information please email wallis.leahy@lso.co.uk

Pre-concert workshops 10.30am–1pm, main foyers Get those creative juices flowing in these Spanish-themed workshops.

You’ll get the chance to compose your own music and make props to bring into the concert.

Workshop tickets £5 per person Open to concert bookers only.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Advance booking essential 020 7638 8891.

Free foyer activities 1.10–2.20pm, main foyers Arrive early to join in with exciting activities – meet LSO musicians and practise your part for the participation piece.

Crèche from 2pm, Fountain Room For children under seven, be sure to book a place at the free crèche – designed to occupy younger siblings while the main concert takes place.

Open to concert bookers only.

Advance booking essential 020 7638 8891.

All events take place at LSO St Luke’s unless otherwise specified.

See page 8 for venue information

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GET INVOLVED

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LSO CREATE FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES

Join Mark Withers and LSO musicians in these interactive and inclusive workshops.

Open to adults with learning disabilities and their carers.

Tickets Supported by City Bridge Trust

Every Mon from 12 Jan to 23 Mar (except 16 Feb) 5.30–8.30pm

Every Mon from 12 Jan to 23 Mar (except 16 Feb) 4–7pm

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WEEKLY WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS

WEEKLY WORKSHOP FOR 13- TO 20-YEAR-OLDS

A Gamelan is a musical ensemble from Indonesia featuring gongs, metallophones, drums and bamboo flutes. Led by Gamelan expert Andy Channing, all parts are different and range from simple to more difficult, so anyone can have a go. As well as weekly workshops, performance opportunities are offered throughout the year.

The Digital Technology Group (DTG) is an initiative set up by the LSO to support aspiring young musicians, composers and producers (aged 13 to 20) in the local area.

Whether your interests are in rock, hip-hop or classical music, DTG can provide you with the skills to record and produce your music using professional studio equipment.

Through regular hands-on sessions with industry experts and collaboration with other young musicians, you will have the opportunity to develop your music and creative performance skills.

COMMUNITY GAMELAN GROUP

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DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY GROUP

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GET SINGING Sat 7 Feb 11am–4.30pm LSO CHORAL SINGING DAY

LSO DISCOVERY CHOIRS FOR 7- TO 18-YEAR-OLDS

DURUFLÉ REQUIEM Simon Halsey choral director Whether you sing regularly or haven’t tried since school, this is an exciting opportunity to rediscover your hobby!

Experience one of the best-loved choral works with fresh insights from the LSO’s Choral Director, Simon Halsey, ahead of the London Symphony Orchestra and Chorus’ performance in the Barbican on Sunday 1 March.

LSO COMMUNITY CHOIR FOR ADULTS

If you live or work in the EC1 area, the LSO’s Discovery and Community Choirs offer fantastic opportunities to get involved in singing, work with a professional team, and perform at concerts and events at both LSO St Luke’s and the Barbican.

For more information, email andra.east@lso.co.uk.

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Part of LSO Sing which is generously supported by J Paul Getty Jnr Charitable Trust, the John S Cohen Foundation and the Sir Siegmund Warburg’s Voluntary Settlement.

LSO Discovery Choir is supported by Slaughter and May and LSO Friends.

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EVENTS FOR EVERYONE

Tue 20 Jan 2.30–5.30pm

Fri 27 Feb 12.30–1.15pm

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Conductor Robin Ticciati puts the LSO through its paces in a rehearsal which includes Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G major.

Rachel Leach presenter

OPEN REHEARSAL

Tickets Fri 30 Jan 12.30–1.15pm LSO DISCOVERY

FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT

Come and watch an LSO String Ensemble in the beautiful setting of the Jerwood Hall where regular presenter Rachel Leach will guide you through the music in our everpopular informal Friday lunchtime concert series.

FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT

Free entry, no ticket required

Daniel Jemison bassoon John Alley piano Rachel Leach presenter

Fri 13 Mar 12.30–1.15pm

Our free Friday Lunchtime Concerts provide a great opportunity to meet members of the LSO and learn about life in a busy symphony orchestra.

This concert features Principal Bassoon Daniel Jemison, who joined the LSO just over a year ago.

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FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT Guildhall Percussion Ensemble Watch talented young percussionists from the Guildhall school perform in this informal concert as part of our free Friday lunchtime concert series.

Free entry, no ticket required

Free entry, no ticket required

Fri 13 Feb 12.30–1.15pm

Fri 13 Mar 7.30pm

Fri 20 Mar 7.30pm

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David Lawrence conductor LSO Community Choir

Andy Channing director Lila Cita Gamelan group Lila Bhawa dance company LSO Community Gamelan Group

FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT Peter Moore trombone Rachel Leach presenter Rachel Leach introduces another new member of the LSO. At just 18 years old, Co-Principal Trombone Peter Moore is the youngest player ever to be appointed by the LSO – this is an opportunity not to be missed!

Free entry, no ticket required

COMMUNITY CHOIR CONCERT: FRENCH CONNECTIONS

For the first concert of its twelfth year, the LSO Community Choir presents a varied evening of music from and about France. Songs by Duruflé, Fauré and Saint-Saëns will be interspersed with lighter arrangements inspired by the romance capital of the world, and the Choir will be joined by a guest violinist from the LSO. Tickets

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BALINESE GAMELAN CONCERT

Immerse yourself in a vibrant display of traditional and contemporary Balinese gamelan and dance.

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TICKET & BOOKING INFORMATION

TICKET PRICES Tickets

Storytelling Concert for Under-5s £5 adults, £3 children + booking fee (£0.70 by phone) *

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LSO Family Concert at the Barbican £5 under-18s, £10 adults + booking fee (£3 online or £4 by phone) *

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LSO Open Rehearsal £4 + booking fee (£0.60 online or £0.70 by phone) *

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LSO Community Choir Concert & LSO Balinese Gamelan Concert £7 (£5 concessions) + booking fee (£0.60 online or £0.70 by phone) *

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LSO Create Free to join For details of session dates call Isabel Bedford on 020 7382 2556 or email isabel.bedford@lso.co.uk

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LSO Community Gamelan Group £6.50 (£4.50 concession) per week To book please call Wallis Leahy on 020 7382 2526 or email wallis.leahy@lso.co.uk

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Digital Technology Group Free to join, advance booking essential To book please call Chris Rogers on 020 7566 2878 or email chris.rogers@lso.co.uk

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LSO Singing Days £17 + booking fee (£0.60 online or £0.70 by phone) * Includes music hire. Friends and family can get an afternoon spectator ticket (£5 + booking fee) to watch performances at the end of each LSO Singing Day.

ONLINE & TELEPHONE BOOKING (FOR TICKETS MARKED *) lso.co.uk | 020 7638 8891 Phone lines open 10am–8pm Mon–Sat, 11am–8pm Sun and Bank Holidays In person at the Barbican Advance Box Office Silk Street entrance (no booking fee) Open 10am–9pm Mon–Sat, 12–9pm Sun and Bank Holidays GENERAL INFORMATION If you would like any other information on LSO Discovery’s activities, visit lso.co.uk/lsodiscovery contact lydia.nickalls@lso.co.uk or phone 020 7382 2549 Information correct at time of going to print. For public performances, latecomers are normally admitted during a suitable break in the performance.

On occasion, this may not be possible once the performance has started. Some performances are unsuitable for babies or young children.

Customers are advised to check before booking. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult. Concession ticket prices apply to wheelchair users, disabled patrons, over-60s, students, under-16s and the unemployed. All bookings and discounts are subject to availability.

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HOW TO FIND LSO ST LUKE’S LSO St Luke’s, UBS and LSO Music Education Centre 161 Old Street London EC1V 9NG

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