Shelley Music Centre

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Shelley is a vibrant and friendly music centre with a wide range of ensembles performing to a high standard. There is a large communal area where tea, coffee and toast are served, as well as a tuck shop for pupils to enjoy during the breaks. Parents are welcome to sit in and listen to the ensembles or you can enjoy a hot drink from the coffee bar. We rehearse at Shelley Technology College (formerly Shelley High School) on Saturday mornings during term time from 9:00am to 12:15pm.

Music Centre Leader - Mrs Mansfield

Music Centre Coordinator - Mrs Sixsmith

Saturdays

Junior Wind Band	9.00-10.00	Mr Griffiths
Intermediate Band	10.15-11.30	Mrs Mansfield
Senior Band	9.00-10.30	Mr Mansfield
Big Band	10.30-11.30	Mr Mansfield
Adult Swing Band	11.30-12.00	Mr Mansfield
First Blow Band Summer term	10.45-11.30	Mrs Mansfield
Recorders	8.30-9.00	Mrs Mansfield
Ready, Steady, Bow	10.30-11.30	Miss Sixsmith
Junior Strings	9.00-10.00	Miss Sixsmith
Intermediate Strings	10.45-12.00	Mrs Wise
Senior Strings	9.00-10.15	Mrs Wise
Guitar Ensemble	9.30-10.30	Mr Batchelar

Ready, Steady, Bow - Miss Sixsmith

Our Ready, Steady, Bow group is the ideal starting place for young string players. Sessions are welcoming and informal and suitable for new string players of beginner standard. Informal performances to parents and supporters usually take place on Saturday mornings and the players are encouraged to join the Junior Strings group when they reach the appropriate level of confidence.

Junior Strings - conducted by Miss Sixsmith

The vibrant Shelley Music Centre Junior String group enjoy performing exciting but accessible music in a variety of styles. This friendly ensemble helps pupils to gain confidence in their performance and develop technique. Performance opportunities include our annual concert in Huddersfield Town Hall, the KMS Showcase Concerts and our annual Summer Serenade in St. Paul's Church, Shepley.

Big Band - directed by Mr Mansfield

Shelley Music Centre Big Band are a youth jazz ensemble who enjoy performing a wide range of big band music, from latin and rock jazz to classic swing and vocal charts. They are in great demand locally, performing at 40's nights, beer festivals, charity balls and more formal concerts. They have recently performed at the regional and national Music for Youth festivals and received very positive feedback. They have also produced their first album "The Good, the Phat and the Phunky", available from the Music Centre. Below are some links to a couple of the tracks from the CD that we have uploaded to Youtube with a slideshow of photos of the band. Please note, by clicking on the links below you will be taken to an external website.

The Good, the Phat and the Phunky

Soul Bossa Nova

205 Swing Street

Minnie the Moocher

Adult Swing Band - conducted by Mr Mansfield

Our new 20-piece adult swing band made their debut performance at last year's Party in the Park concert. With abilities ranging from novice to expert this is a chance our many talented parents and supporters to join in with the fun!

Junior Wind Band - conducted by Mr Griffiths

The Junior Wind Band enjoy playing fun basic charts and are encouraged to enjoy their music making to the full. As well as our Music Centre concerts the Junior Band often play additional performances at local churches and galas in the summer. We particularly enjoying marching, when the weather permits, and have taken led the Denby Gala parade and opened the Scissett 1^st and St. Aiden’s School galas with our spectacular display.

First Blow Band - conducted by Mr Mansfield

- February half term onwards

The First Blow Band is the ideal starter group for any woodwind, brass or percussion players. The group focuses on accessible and fun material and gives an informal performance at the end of the year. Parents are very welcome to join in or simply to sit with and support their children.

Intermediate Wind Band - conducted by Mrs Mansfield.

Players in our Intermediate Wind Band are mostly middle school age and between grades 3 to 5 in standard. The Intermediate Band has for many years formed the basis of the exchange programme we run with Bergkamen School in Northern Germany. They also take part every year in the National Festival of Music for Youth and have been featured in the Kirklees Music School Showcase Concerts.

Senior Wind Band - conducted by Mr Mansfield.

The Senior Wind Band is one of four bands at the SMC, for pupils who have reached the standard of grade 4/5. They perform a wide range of music from original works for band, to selections from shows and films. As with all the SMC groups there are no auditions and pupils attend on the recommendation of their teacher. At present there are 65 members in the band aged from 12 to 18 years old. In addition to performing at KMS and SMC concerts throughout the year the SWB have regularly taken part in the Regional Festival of Music for Youth and were invited to perform at the National Festival at Symphony Hall in Birmingham in July 2012.

Guitar Ensemble – conducted by Mr Batchelar

The Shelley Music Centre Guitar Ensemble is for players of approximately Grade 1 standard and above. Having lessons in school is an essential first step, but all musicians need the experience of playing with others if they are to achieve their full potential. Playing in a group compliments and enhances the tuition that children receive in school as well as providing a fun social aspect to their musical education. There are two main concerts and further performance opportunities such as open mornings and performances in local churches and at festivals.

Recorder Ensemble - conducted by Mrs Mansfield

Shelley Music Centre Recorder group caters for all ages from 9 - adult. We play a wide range of music to suit all tastes and there are opportunities to play all types of recorder. Players need to have learnt for approx. one year before joining.
Come and give us a go on Saturday mornings from 8.30 - 9.00am, even if it is a few decades since you last played!

Intermediate Strings - conducted by Mrs Wise

SMC Intermediate strings. Is for String players of around Grade 3 and 4 standard. Repertoire is varied and starts to introduce the developing String player to some of the more well known Classical works, as well as playing some of the more modern film and pop pieces. The Intermediate Strings combines with the Senior Strings for some pieces during the Summer term which are showcased as a 'Grande Finale' at the annual Summer String Serenade. Enjoyment always takes precedent!

Senior Strings - conducted by Mrs Wise

SMC Senior strings caters for String players of Grade 5 standard and above. Repertoire is very varied with pieces each term consisting of a Classical works, right through to modern works. There is always something for every group members taste throughout the year. The group also plays a part in deciding the works the wish to study and perform, depending on strengths and weaknesses that they may wish to build on, or quite simple a piece that they want to play. Whilst the groups approach is more serious, the emphasis is still very much placed on enjoyment.