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Sage Gateshead’s Silver Programme celebrates its 10th Birthday in 2015 Following a one-off singing session in January 2005, Sage Gateshead’s Silver Programme has continued to flourish and now, in its 10th year, has almost 60 regular weekly classes plus many one-off activities.

The Silver Programme provides a wide variety of daytime musical activities for people over 50, within a relaxed, informal and supportive environment. There’s something for everyone, from absolute beginners to experienced players.

We hope that once you become involved we can help you achieve your full potential and introduce you to things you never thought you could do.

Most classes take place at Sage Gateshead and Gateshead Old Town Hall. Please check timetable for class venue. Classes can be booked in person at Sage Gateshead Ticket Office, by phone on 0191 443 4661 or online at sagegateshead.com.

Bookings can also be taken at Gateshead Old Town Hall.

Term dates and prices are detailed in the back of the brochure.

A large print version of this brochure is available on request.

ABILITY LEVEL Beginner Returning to music after a while or you believe that you can’t sing or play a note. These groups are designed to help you to conquer your fears as well as develop basic skills and technique so that you can quickly take your musicmaking to the next level.

There are no auditions and no prior skills or experience is needed.

Intermediate Musician Confident in your own ability but haven’t sung in a choir or played in a group before.

If you’d like to try a new genre or something a little more challenging, this is the place for you to develop and improve your skills. There are no auditions but some experience and loads of enthusiasm is required.

Confident Musician Looking to perfect your skills and use your knowledge and experience to its full potential.

Sessions are likely to be genrespecific with performance as a key element of the group’s aims. A commitment to regular attendance is expected. You may be required to audition.

The Silver Programme All Abilities Classes marked with this symbol are for all ability levels.

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Play&and Sing ROCK AND POP BANDS Silver Rock 'n' Roll Band (Previously Classic Rock) Wednesday, 1-2.30pm Join this Rock ‘n’ Roll band and learn to play all the classics from artists such as Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, The Everly Brothers and many more. Open to a wide range of abilities from beginner upwards and for those who love to ‘Twist and Shout!’

Roots Rock Thursday, 4-5.30pm A rock band line-up covering the folk and country side of rock, both American and English - Neil Young, The Byrds, Hank Williams, Steeleye Span, Fairport Convention and many more.

Solid Rock Friday, 11am-12.30pm A large band focusing on more modern rock classics from the ’80s, ’90s and ’00s.

Silver Sensations (Previously Silver Rock Band) Thursday, 2.15-3.45pm This long running group plays all the rock and pop classics from across the eras. Come and explore your inner rockstar!

This group is on an ‘invite only’ basis, due to its large size.

MIXED INSTRUMENT GROUPS Silver Skiffle Band Friday, 3-4.30pm Traditional skiffle band featuring guitar, mandolin, washboard, singing, and teachest bass, playing ’20s and ’30s blues, American and English folk songs by artists such as Leadbelly and Lonnie Donegan.

Silver Folk Band Tuesday, 3.30-5pm For instrumentalists and singers with an interest in folk music. Learn folk tunes and songs with the opportunity to bring your own suggestions and to work on new arrangements.

No prior band experience necessary.

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Silver Acoustic Band NEW and Song Monday, 1.30-3pm Welcoming all acoustic instruments and singers, this group will focus on arranging contemporary songs as a band. From Chuck Berry’s blues; rock from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers to the Kinks and singer-songwriters such as Richard Thompson and John Martyn. You’ll work together as a band alongside exploring the musical skills and techniques involved with some additional help available online.

STRINGED INSTRUMENTS

UKULELE

Silver Beginner Guitar Friday, 1-2.30pm This absolute beginner class will help you get to grips with the basics to then progress to our more advanced classes.

Silver Beginner Ukulele Thursday, 10.30-11.30am An introduction for complete beginners. Simple chord charts and well-known songs are used to develop skills within a small group, giving players the confidence to progress to intermediate classes and larger groups.

Ukuleles are available to borrow.

Silver Improver Guitar Thursday 10.30am–12noon Improve your guitar skills in this intermediate guitar group that looks at a wide variety of tunes.

Silver Banjo Group Tuesday 12NOON-1.30pm Develop your skills and gain experience of playing with others.

Silver Mandolin Orchestra Thursday 10.30am-12noon Improve and develop your mandolin skills in a friendly group.

Sing 'n' Strum Thursday, 12.30-2pm For those interested in singing and playing the guitar. This performance group is for the more experienced guitar players, however there are still opportunities to improve and learn new techniques.

Pick 'n' Mix Thursday, 1-2.30pm For those who want to learn advanced techniques including finger picking, soloing and slide playing.

Silver Bluegrass Band Tuesday, 1.45-3.15pm For singers and instrumentalists who are keen to learn Appalachian and American roots music. Guitar, ukulele, banjo and mandolin players all welcome.

Silver Improver Ukulele Friday, 11am-12.30pm The next step once you have learnt the basics. Develop skills and gain confidence within a smaller group

Silver Ukulele Extra Thursday, 3.45-4.45pm Gain confidence and master new chords and repertoire used in the Silver Ukulele Band. This group is for those who have moved from the Improver Ukulele group and are new to the band.

Silver Chimes Monday, 2-4pm A group using bellplates (a modern alternative to hand bells) to play harmonised arrangements of folk, classical and popular music.

The ability to read music is helpful though not essential, but regular attendance is important. People with different levels of musical experience can enjoy playing bellplates, working together and sharing ideas. Peer led.

Silver Ukulele Band Thursday, 2-3.30pm For those who have got to grips with the basics of ukulele playing. A friendly, fun and relaxed group with a varied repertoire. Soprano, tenor and baritone ukulele players all welcome.

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Silver Ukulele Ensemble Thursday, 12.30-1.45pm The perfect group for those who have experienced the beginner and improver groups. Here you will develop skills within a larger group setting which will be applied to a broad repertoire of styles. The repertoire will be relatively challenging and a good place to learn to then be able to move on to the Ukulele Band or Ukulele Extra groups.

Silver Rock and Pop NEW Ukulele Monday, 3.30-5pm A ukulele band with a rock edge, you’ll learn to play arrangements of classic rock and pop hits from the 60s through to modern day.

Accompanied by drums and bass guitar.

PERCUSSION Silver Sambanistas Wednesday 11am-12.30pm This energetic samba band plays traditional and original pieces. Using traditional Brazilian drums and hand percussion, this group will get you into the carnival spirit.

All levels of ability welcome.

African Percussion Wednesday, 1-2.30pm Explore African rhythms using traditional instruments including djembes and bells.

APEX (advanced percussion ensemble) Wednesday, 3-4.30pm This exciting advanced percussion ensemble plays a range of complex and intricate pieces. Experienced percussionists will enjoy the challenge. New members welcome.

WIND INSTRUMENTS Silver Beginner Recorder Friday, 2.30-4pm Get to grips with the recorder in this introductory group.

Open to all abilities whether you can read music or not.

Peer led.

Silver Improver Recorder Friday, 10.30am-12.30pm For players who are ready to move on from the beginner group. Peer led.

STEEL PANS Silver Pan Bands See timetable for individual class ability levels Monday 3-4.30pm & 4.30-6pm Thursday 12-1.30pm & 1.30-3pm Friday 9.30-11am, 11am-12.30pm, 1-2.30pm & 2.30-4pm We currently have seven Silver Steel Pan Bands and a beginner group. You can join any group but some have been going longer than others so you may need time to catch up with old repertoire, as well as learning new tunes given to the groups. All groups have the opportunity to perform throughout the year. Please contact us to find out more about each group.

Silver Recorder Ensemble Thursday, 3-4.30pm Learn a wide variety of repertoire from medieval dance music to The Beatles. Peer led.

Silver Recorder Consort Thursday, 3-5pm An informal group of competent players who play mainly 5-8 part music written for early instruments. Music is provided and occasionally ordered from publishers, with members paying for their own copies. Peer led.

Silver Wind Band Tuesday 10.30am-12.30pm Do you play a brass or woodwind instrument or have you played in the past? Join this ever growing ensemble which covers a broad range of repertoire and brush up on your skills. Some familiarity with the instrument required but no previous ensemble experience is necessary.

Silver Sax Monday, 3.30-4.45pm Improve and develop your saxophone skills alongside an experienced tutor whilst covering a broad range of exciting repertoire. Some experience of the saxophone required.

Sing ROCK AND POP Silver Rock Singers Monday, 1.30-3pm This singing group looks at harmony arrangements of classic and contemporary rock songs.

Quicksilver Friday, 1.45-3.15pm Vocal performance group looking at arrangements of classic pop songs, accompanied by a small band.

Silver Soul Friday, 3.30-5pm A choir singing popular soul repertoire from both sides of the Atlantic.

VARIOUS STYLES Silversmiths Wednesday 11am-12.30pm This blues, jazz and gospel group covers a wide repertoire.

No previous experience is necessary - just passion and enthusiasm.

NEW Silver Shantymen Wednesday, 1-2.30pm This is a new peer-led group for men interested in singing sea shanties. The approach will be informal with improvement the main objective.

Silver Divas Wednesday, 1-2.30pm Accompanied by piano, this group works on everything from popular songs to Broadway classics. The emphasis is on energy, enthusiasm and most of all fun. No experience necessary.

Opera d'Argento Wednesday, 3-4.30pm Songs from operas, operettas, opera choruses and arias from around the world. There will be occasional classical and sacred pieces and traditional folk songs. These fun and lively workshops are suitable for anyone who can follow a part.

Shades of Silver Friday, 11am-12.30pm Sing a mixed repertoire, including popular classical, pop, music from the shows and more. Accompanied by piano.

Silver Breves Monday, 11am-12.30pm A classical music singing group for those who would like to attempt more complicated and challenging sacred and secular work.

Accompanied by piano.

Silver Madrigals Tuesday, 11am-12.30pm Madrigals were written around the time of Queen Elizabeth to be sung for fun in mixed voice parts.

This unaccompanied small singing group is both fun and challenging; a subtle communication is developed among the singers to establish tempo and dynamics.

This is not an auditioned group, but you would need to be experienced in partsinging and able to follow written music.

Silver Chorus Monday, 1.30-3pm An auditioned choir with a mixed repertoire of show tunes, pop, folk, classical, world and gospel. There’ll be 3-part singing with some solo work within choral arrangements. A mix of accompanied and acapella.

SILVER SINGERS

Welcoming and sociable groups singing a wideranging mix of repertoire in parts to suit any level using tutors from Sage Gateshead but in venues around the region. This is a good starting point if you’re not sure which singing style is for you. No experience necessary.

Silver Singers, Stanley Monday 10.30am-12noon Stanley Masonic Hall This group is led in partnership with Leisureworks. For more information call Leisureworks on 01207 218020.

Pay per session.

Silver Singers, North Shields Monday, 11am-12.30pm St Columba’s United Reformed Church Hall Silver Singers, South Shields Wednesday 10.45am-12.15pm St Hilda’s Church Silver Singers, Gateshead Thursday, 11am-12.30pm Gateshead Old Town Hall

VENUES Stanley Masonic Hall Scott Street, Stanley, DH9 8AD Centrally located just off Front Street, close to the town centre bus station and nearby car parks.

St Columba’s United Reformed Church, 30 Northumberland, Square, North Shields, NE30 1PW Many bus services stop at Northumberland Square. North Shields Metro Station is a short walk away. There are many metered parking spaces nearby and there is a multi-storey car park at the Beacon Centre.

St Hilda’s Church Market Place, South Shields, NE33 1BH Many bus services stop in the Market Place. A short walk from South Shields Metro Station. There are a few parking spaces within the gates of the church and other car parks nearby.

Gateshead Old Town Hall West Street, Gateshead, NE8 1HE Just a few minutes walk from Gateshead Interchange and Metro Station. There are parking spaces in the car parks at the front and the side of Gateshead Old Town Hall with Blue Badge parking spaces in both.

Theory&and Tuition Music Theory Level 1 Tuesday 10.30am -12noon An introduction to some of the basic elements of music theory to give you a good grounding whatever instrument you play. Covering areas including naming notes on the stave, constructing major/chromatic scales, understanding major/ chromatic intervals and creating basic diatonic triads.

Basic rhythm reading will also be introduced.

Music Theory Level 2 Tuesday, 1-2.30pm Following Music Theory Level 1 to consider diatonic 7th chords, analysing basic chord sequences, changing the key of a song, navigation chord charts and expanding upon rhythm reading. You will need to have completed the Music Theory Level 1 sessions before commencing the Music Theory Level 2 sessions.

Music Theory Level 3 Tuesday, 3-4.30pm Following Music Theory Level 2 to further explore examples of popular chord progressions / songs, begin work on semi-quaver rhythm reading and begin looking at some of the ABRSM graded theory material (3/4). There may also be some opportunity for student input into the direction of the sessions.

One-to One Instrumental Lessons Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Trumpet, Saxophone, Drum Kit. We can put you in contact with tutors offering individual tuition. For further information call 0191 443 5034 or email silver@sagegateshead.com

In addition to our weekly groups and classes, there are special performance events and one-off activities throughout the year. Keep an eye on our website or pick up an Events Diary for more information or join our mailing list to receive news of future events. To join please complete the enrolment form found in the brochure, email silver@sagegateshead.com or call 0191 443 5034.

Time

Venue Full/Half Term Price

10.30am-12noon

SMH

MONDAY

Silver Singers Stanley

Pay per session

Silver Breves

11am-12.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Singers North Shields

11am-12.30pm

St CC

£45

£22.50

Silver Chorus

1.30-3pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Acoustic Band & Song

1.30-3pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Rock Singers

1.30-3pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Chimes

2-4pm

SG

£22.50

£11.25

Silver Beginner Pans

3- 4.30pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Rock & Pop Ukulele

3.30-5pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Sax

3.30-4.45pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Pans: Pink Panthers

4.30-6pm

SG

£45

£22.50

TUESDAY Music Theory Level 1

10.30am-12noon

SG

£45

n/a

Silver Wind Band

10.30am-12.30pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Madrigals

11am-12.30pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Banjo Group

Music Theory Level 2

Silver Bluegrass Band

12noon-1.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

1-2.30pm

SG

£45

n/a

1.45-3.15pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Music Theory Level 3

3-4.30pm

SG

£45

n/a

3.30-5pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Folk Band

WEDNESDAY

Silver Singers South Shields

10.45am-12.15pm

St HC

£45

£22.50

Silver Sambanistas

11am-12.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silversmiths

11am-12.30pm GOT £45 £22.50

Silver Divas

1-2.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Shantymen

1-2.30pm

GOTH

£22.50

£11.25

African Percussion

1-2.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Rock ‘n’ Roll Band

1-2.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Opera d’Argento

3-4.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

APEX (Advanced Percussion) 3-4.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Time

Venue Full/Half Term Price

10.30am-12noon

GOTH

THURSDAY

Silver Improver Guitar

£45

£22.50

Silver Beginner Ukulele

10.30-11.30am

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Mandolin Orchestra

10.30am-12noon

GOTH

£45

£22.50 £22.50

Silver Singers Gateshead

11am-12.30pm

GOTH

£45

Silver Pans: Steel Magnolia

12noon-1.30pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Sing ‘n’ Strum

12.30-2pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Ukulele Ensemble

12.30-1.45pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Pick ‘n’ Mix

1-2.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Pans: Steel Stars

1.30-3pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Ukulele Band

2-3.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Sensations

2.15-3.45pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Recorder Ensemble

3-4.30pm

SG

£22.50

£11.25

Silver Recorder Consort

3-5pm

SG

£22.50

£11.25

Silver Ukulele Extra

3.45-4.45pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Roots Rock

4-5.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

9.30-11am

SG

£45

£22.50

FRIDAY

Silver Pans: Steel Sapphires

Silver Improver Recorder

10.30am-12.30pm

SG

£22.50

£11.25

Solid Rock

11am-12.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Shades of Silver

11am-12.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Improver Ukulele

11am-12.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Pans: Steel Gems

11am-12.30pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Pans: Blue Steel

1-2.30pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Beginner Guitar

1-2.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Quicksilver

1.45-3.15pm GOTH £45 £22.50

Silver Pans: Pandemonium

2.30-4pm

SG

£45

£22.50

Silver Beginner Recorder

2.30-4pm

SG

£22.50

£11.25

Silver Skiffle Band

3.00-4.30pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

Silver Soul

3.30-5pm

GOTH

£45

£22.50

SG

Sage Gateshead

Ability Level

GOTH Gateshead Old Town Hall

BEGINNER

SMH

Stanley Masonic Hall

INTERMEDIATE MUSICIAN

St CC

St Columba’s United Reformed Church

CONFIDENT MUSICIAN

St HC

St Hilda’s Church

ALL ABILITIES

Book ing Information TERM DATES All terms are 10 weeks long and include a half term break.

Autumn Term Monday 21 September–Friday 4 December 2015 Half term: Monday 26–Friday 30 October 2015 Spring Term Friday 8 January–Thursday 24 March 2016 (Please note term starts on a Friday due to Bank Holidays) Half term: Monday 15–Friday 19 February 2016 Summer Term Monday 25 April–Monday 11 July 2016 (Please note that term ends on a Monday due to Bank Holidays) Half term: Monday 30 May–Friday 3 June 2016 Prices Bookings can be made in person at Sage Gateshead Ticket Office, by phone on 0191 443 4661 or online at sagegateshead.com. Bookings can also be taken at Gateshead Old Town Hall.

If you’re booking for the first time or would like to update your details, please complete the booking form and return to Sage Gateshead.

Most groups are priced at £45 per term (£22.50 per half term). See timetable for the prices of each group. For Silver Singers Stanley please pay per session at the venue.

No additional booking fees apply to Silver Programme workshop bookings.

Try and Buy/Refunds If you enrol for one of our activities and decide that it isn’t right for you, we will offer you a full refund as long as you let us know within your first three weeks of attending.

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Multibuy Discount If you book onto more than one session you will receive a discount of £5 (full term) or £2.50 (half term) for each subsequent session booked. For example:

Full Term Half Term 1 session a week £45 £22.50 2 sessions a week £85 £42.50 3 sessions a week £125 £62.50 Discounted rates are only available on sessions which cost £45 per term or £22.50 per half term.

Once you’ve booked, you will need to retain your ticket and bring it along to your first session.

Instruments Ukuleles are available to borrow for the Beginner Ukulele sessions. For all other sessions please bring your own instruments.

Silver Buddies We know that joining a new group can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. We have a Buddies scheme and can arrange for you to have some friendly support when attending a new group. For further information call 0191 443 5034 or email silver@sagegateshead.com All information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to print, however, we reserve the right to withdraw or change activities and class dates. For up to date information please visit sagegateshead.com, call 0191 443 5034 or email silver@sagegateshead.com.

We reserve the right to refuse or terminate enrolment and/or to eject a person from a class or building. We strive to ensure the correct placement of participants within musical levels and have the right to make adjustments where necessary.

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Silver Programme Enrolment Form Complete this form if you’re enrolling for the first time or if you would like to update your details. Please return to Sage Gateshead Ticket Office or Music Education Centre, or Gateshead Old Town Hall.

Title

First Name

Last Name

Address

Town/City

County

Post code

Telephone (day)

Telephone (eve) Mobile Email Date of Birth (For monitoring purposes. This can often help us with funding applications, thank you)

Name of contact in case of emergency Telephone (day)

Telephone (eve)

Name of Family Doctor Telephone Brief details of any known medical condition, allergies or recent serious illness and current medication that you think we should be aware of:

Do you have any special access requirements?

Photographs and Audiovisual Recordings I give consent for myself to be photographed/filmed/interviewed during Silver Programme activity for the documentation, evaluation and promotion of the project and work of Sage Gateshead and partner organisations.

Signature Date

Contacting You Are you already on Sage Gateshead’s mailing list?

Yes / No / Not sure (delete as applicable) Please tick every method of communication by which you are happy to be contacted.

If you have provided us with an email address, please remember to tick the email box: Mail Email

Phone

Please tick if you are happy for us to share your information with similar arts organisations.

Please note that your contact details will be held for administration purposes by Sage Gateshead.

Write the name of the group(s) for which you would like to enrol and which instrument you play if applicable. Please specify whether you’re booking for a half or full term.

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Adult Programme The Adult Programme provides a wide variety of evening vocal and instrumental classes. If you enjoy performing there are plenty of opportunities for you to show off your skills. Some of our groups even get to perform on stage with visiting performers.

Did you know we also offer VIP experience days? We can create bespoke VIP music-making experiences – go backstage, record your music and take a copy home with you.

Adult Programme at Sage Gateshead

@sage_adultprog

0191 443 4661 sagegateshead.com adultprogramme@sagegateshead.com

SILVER LINING Delivered by Sage Gateshead’s Silver Programme, Silver Lining provides fun, accessible and confidence building sessions using singing and ukulele, which supports health and well-being for older people, those living with dementia, their carers and their family.

For further information about the Silver Lining programme call 0191 443 5034 or email silverprogramme@sagegateshead.com

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Sage Gateshead presents

MUSIC MAKING AND LEARNING for people over 50 silver programme 2015/16 Sage Gateshead St. Mary’s Square Gateshead Quays Gateshead, NE8 2JR 0191 443 4661 sagegateshead.com silver@sagegateshead.com

The Silver Programme

@SilverProgramme

Gateshead Old Town Hall

Photography: Richard Kenworthy, Mark Savage