Hi Folks
Another great turn out last Saturday for the BGS Pluckers and Strummers!
My apologies first of all for the disappearance of the January Newsletter. It is somewhere buried in the depths of your correspondent's Guitar bag and as soon as its recovered, he will no doubt furnish you with all the gory details.
Not that it matters because the Feb meeting was almost the same as the January Meeting with the added bonus of the appearance of our redoubtable 'chair' Den Stockton who saved the day by taking notes of performances and welcoming all members- old and new
We all agreed that the evening went very well and that the attendance of fifteen members was most encouraging. Den announced apologies for absence from Shirley Russell and Colin Baker (both unwell) and Steve Pearson.
Your correspondent also took the opportunity of having his own 'Wolf Hall' moment by taking his lute out of the mothballs for a road test. Fortunately it appeared to 'pass muster'. (At least the bloody thing kept in tune!! :)
Special thanks to Kate Hughes for collecting the keys, which were passed to David Wheeler for the March Meeting.
We would also like to take the opportunity to welcome Andrew Rawlings and Eduardo Gonzalvez as fully paid up members. Welcome to you both
Solo performances for the evening included
Marion Davis Recuerdos Hartog
Andrew Ferrier Calata Ala Spagnola Dalza (performed on the lute)
Tessa Protheroe Minuet in C Minor Sor
Eduardo Gonzalvez Bambuco Lauro
Samba de Saudade Own Comp.
John Mann led a splendidly intensive rehearsal of Faure’s Sicilienne, even to the point of the refreshment break being as late as 8:10 pm. Thanks are due to Trevor for the home-made cakes, which were delicious.
Larisa and Trevor have asked for a reminder about the Bromley Festival guitar performances in Bromley Parish Church on March 1st, commencing from around 6:45 pm. Larisa and Vince are putting in a performance (with guitars I hope) so it would be great if you can attend to support them.
There are also some news items added about the Beechwood 2015 concert program and the Helicon Arts festival in Italy.
See you in March 21st!
Helicon Arts Limited Music Festival Italy
Helicon Arts are offing BGS members the opportunity to attend the 2015 Classical and Jazz Guitar course in Italy this summer. The course will be run by Bridget and Milton Mermikides.
The class will be held in the Palazzo Mannocchi set in the delightful village of Petritoli in the Marcher region of Italy.
The course will be held from 15th-22nd of August and is aimed at enthusiastic amateur guitarists. Tuition will be tailored to the individual needs of each participant and will include group and one to one sessions as well as a flamenco master class.
For further information please visit www.heloconarts.co.uk
The class will be held in the Palazzo Mannocchi set in the delightful village of Petritoli in the Marcher region of Italy.
The course will be held from 15th-22nd of August and is aimed at enthusiastic amateur guitarists. Tuition will be tailored to the individual needs of each participant and will include group and one to one sessions as well as a flamenco master class.
For further information please visit www.heloconarts.co.uk
Eden Stell Guitar Duo
Beechwood 2015 presents a guitar concert by the
Eden Stell Guitar Duo
Wednesday 8th April 8:00pm
Beechwood Sacred Heart School
Penbury Road, Tunbridge Wells
Kent TN2 3QD
Internationally known for their dynamism, innovation and breath taking virtuosity, the Eden Stell Guitar Duo are widely regarded as one of the world's leading guitar ensembles. The have performed throughout Europe, the USA, Canada, South and Central America and Australia appearing in concerts and on radio and television
The Eden Stell Duo were the first guitarists since Julian Bream to be the editor's choice in Gramophone Magazine and they have recorded their seventh CD. They are founder members of the Vida Guitar Quartet and artistic directors of the World Youth Guitar Festival.
Tickets will be available from the door priced at 14 pounds for adults and 12 pounds for students.
For further information and to early bookings please contact
The Secretary
Beechworth 2015
Elizabeth's Cottage
The Green
Leigh , Tonbridge TN11 8QW
Telephone (01732 832459
Eden Stell Guitar Duo
Wednesday 8th April 8:00pm
Beechwood Sacred Heart School
Penbury Road, Tunbridge Wells
Kent TN2 3QD
Internationally known for their dynamism, innovation and breath taking virtuosity, the Eden Stell Guitar Duo are widely regarded as one of the world's leading guitar ensembles. The have performed throughout Europe, the USA, Canada, South and Central America and Australia appearing in concerts and on radio and television
The Eden Stell Duo were the first guitarists since Julian Bream to be the editor's choice in Gramophone Magazine and they have recorded their seventh CD. They are founder members of the Vida Guitar Quartet and artistic directors of the World Youth Guitar Festival.
Tickets will be available from the door priced at 14 pounds for adults and 12 pounds for students.
For further information and to early bookings please contact
The Secretary
Beechworth 2015
Elizabeth's Cottage
The Green
Leigh , Tonbridge TN11 8QW
Telephone (01732 832459