SCOTS - The Scottish Churches Organist Training Scheme

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Edinburgh January 29

George Street: St Andrew’s and St George’s West (no.13),the Freemasons’ Hall (96), the First Church of Christ Scientist (11 Young Street).
Opening plenary: Issues and hazards for organists
Workshops: what to play and where to find it; improvisingto cover awkward or meaningful moments; technical advice for players.

Largs February 26

St Columba’s Church of Scotland and St Columba’s Episcopal Church
Opening plenary: When organs go wrong
Workshops: looking at the syllabus (bring the piece you are working on); playing at weddings and funerals; using
music software on your computer.

Elgin June 18

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and St Giles’ Church of Scotland.
Opening plenary: Our organ heritage
Workshops: sounds more interesting (registration); coping in the country; the best use of practice time.

Cupar September 24

St James the Great Episcopal Church and St John’s Church of Scotland
Opening plenary: Conducting a choir
Workshops: accompanying hymns; organ repertoire; basic conducting technique.

Stirling November 19

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and the Church of the Holy Rude
Opening plenary: Organists and clergy
Workshops: Mass/Holy Communion settings for your congregation; managing a large or unfamiliar instrument; the internet for organists.

Susan Wilson, Membership Secretary, 01592 874748, sdwilson@hotmail.co.uk for registration and further information.


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