Cancer Research UK Festival of Brass and Voices
Royal Albert Hall, London, UK.
Saturday 3rd Nov. 2012
Once again the ladies of the Capricorn Singers will be taking part in the very exciting and entertaining evening of music with approx. 1500 singers and two renowned brass bands.
What makes is a special event? It is in aid of Cancer Research UK.
Supporters and friends are welcome.
In summary the event comprises of a Saturday night performance, however includes: Regional Rehearsals, Coach travel to London on Friday 2nd, Hotel Accommodation with Bed & Breakfast for Friday and Saturday, Transfers to Albert Hall for Saturday Rehearsal & Performance, Transfers to The Scoop on Sunday for a mass sing, then Coach travel home on Sunday.
What makes is a special event? It is in aid of Cancer Research UK.
Supporters and friends are welcome.
In summary the event comprises of a Saturday night performance, however includes: Regional Rehearsals, Coach travel to London on Friday 2nd, Hotel Accommodation with Bed & Breakfast for Friday and Saturday, Transfers to Albert Hall for Saturday Rehearsal & Performance, Transfers to The Scoop on Sunday for a mass sing, then Coach travel home on Sunday.
Rehearsals
Capricorn Rehearsals
Not all choir members are attending this event, therefore to maximise the rehearsal time and minimise any impact on our own rehearsal time, Royal Albert Hall (RAH) additional rehearsals will be arranged.
They are likely to be held on Saturday mornings. Dates will be emailed to choir members.
Rehearsal mp3 tracks and pdf sheet music is available for download via The Capricorn Singer's Box cloud storage. Email Chrissie if you require access.
They are likely to be held on Saturday mornings. Dates will be emailed to choir members.
Rehearsal mp3 tracks and pdf sheet music is available for download via The Capricorn Singer's Box cloud storage. Email Chrissie if you require access.
Northern Regional Rehearsals
Unless stated otherwise, all the northern regional rehearsals will be held at:
Salendine Nook Baptist Church,
Moorehill Road,
Huddersfield.
Salendine Nook Baptist Church,
Moorehill Road,
Huddersfield.
Female Voice Choir DatesWed 25th April- 7.30pm
Wed 4th July - 7.30pm |
Male Voice Choir DatesWed 18th April 7.30pm
Wed 27th June - 7.30pm |
Joint Choir DateSun 7th Oct - 9.30am - 4.30pm*
Huddersfield Sports Centre, Southgate, Huddersfield HD1 1TW |
* Note the Joint Rehearsal is an all day rehearsal, therefore you are advised to take a packed lunch and drinks. Coach travel will be arranged with pick up points at Cleveleys Park Methodist, and Poulton Teanlowe Centre.
Weekend Itinerary
The following information is a general guide to the weekend. Sarah (Sop 1) will distribute precise details nearer the time.
Fri. 2nd Nov. - Travel to London
- Pick up at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church (West Drive Entrance)
- Pick up at Poulton Teanlowe Centre Bus Station
- Travel to London
- Comfort break at motorway services
- Check in hotel & rooms
- Evening dinner
- Relax and socialise
Sat. 3rd Nov. - Morning Rehearsal & Evening Performance
- Breakfast
- Coach transfer for singers to Royal Albert Hall for rehearsal
- Morning rehearsal at Royal Albert Hall
- Separate transfer for supporters in to London
- Post rehearsal, coach transfer back to hotel for singers & supporters
- Afternoon snack & change for performance
- Coach transfer for singers and supporters to Royal Albert Hall for performance
- Evening performance
- Coach transfer for singers and supporters back to hotel
- Supper snack
- Relax and socialise
Sun. 4th Nov. - The Scoop & Travel Home
- Breakfast
- Coach transfer for singers and supporters to The Scoop
- Mass sing
- Coach travel home
- Drop off Poulton Teanlowe Centre Bus Station
- Drop off Cleveleys Park Methodist Church