NIGHT OF A THOUSAND VOICES! Part 1
Part one of our choral extravaganza - featuring one of Co. Wicklow's talented musical youth groups, Ashford Academy Youth Choir - takes place at the end of the day in the informal setting of Bachelors Walk. A concert not to be missed!
The concert continues with the second part later in the evening at the Grand Hotel.
Venue: ULSTER BANK Festival stage, Bachelors Walk.
Time: 4pm
ASHFORD ACADEMY YOUTH CHOIR
The Ashford Academy of Music recently moved premises and opened it's doors in the centreof Ashford Village. As a leading Music Educator in the South East, we offer classes for Children, Teens and Adults from beginners to advanced students with Graded Examinations through ABRSM, RIAM & TCL.
Classes range from our Do Re Mi Music & Me Programme for children ranging from 3- 7 yrs on to our Junior Musical Theatre classes for 7 - 13 yrs. Musical Theatre & Showtime for Teens & Adults, individual and group Instrumental lessons are also given in Piano & Keyboard, Voice, Rockin’ Recorders, Guitar, Theory & Musicianship, Choir & Choral classes, plus our new Adult Appreciation Class. Classes are taught by professional Music Educators, trained & specialising in early childhood music and development. We put on annual concerts both a Christmas and Summertime and take part in many outside events- Arklow Music Festival (our Youth Choir came 2nd this year), The Peace Proms @ the Helix 2011 with the Cross Border Orchestra.
"Music 4 Fun" Summercamp @ Ashford Academy
Book NOW 4 2011 Camp
Welcome to the home of our Summer Camp 2011. At Ashford Academy of Music we take the students on a learning adventure in the worlds of music and movement. The Students are exposed to music through songs, games and group activities, encouraging self expression, creativity and social development.
Each week of summer camp is themed!
Peter & the Wolf: This theme includes acting out this well loved story of Grandfather and his animal friends, while recognizing music themes for each character. We also learn about the orchestra and the instruments represented in the music. This hands on experience gives the students an insight into what instrument they might like to play in the future , from piano, flute, violin, oboe, french horn..Their skills in singing , movement, listening and creating will develop over this camp! On the last day of camp we party and celebrate with an amazing BOUNCY CASTLE treat! Camp commences Wk 4th July 4 yrs - 7 yrs
Junior Musical Theatre Camp: This theme is great fun. All the students will venture into the exciting world of Musical Theatre and beyond, acting and dancing to their favourite songs. They will experience and learn about the instruments and different sounds of the orchestra, giving them a hands on experience. Their skills in singing, movement, listening and creativity will develop over this camp. On the last day we party with an amaxing BOUNCY CASTLE treat! Camp commences wk 11th July 4yrs - 7 yrs
Dance Medley Summer Camp : This camp is a great introduction to music with lots of fun through songs down the ages, from Queen, Michael Jackson, Jeward!, to name but a few! Students will be introduced to music concepts and objectives through rhythm, melody, form and harmony. Their skills in singing , movement listening and rhythm will be encouraged.Commences wk 18th & 25th July 7yrs -13yrs.
Kinder & Junior Camp fees are €80 per week & run from 10.00 - 1.0. Children must bring a light healthy snack.
Classes sizes are limted so early booking is advised.
Throughout all our camps children are introduced to rhythm, pitch & solfege and notation.
So come along and join in the fun that is "Music 4 Fun" Summer Camp @ Ashford Academy!
For further information please visit the Academy website, phone the Academy on (0404) 49814 or 087 2433133 or email here.
