Rowlands Gill Junior Strings is a junior string band for pupils who have not previously played in an ensemble. 

Pupils  perform a variety of music and present termly informal concerts.

Staff

The ensemble is directed by Mrs Watson.

Membership

Violin, Viola and Cello players are welcome to join this group,  at approximately ABRSM Grade 1 standard.  Although an interest in learning to play with other young musicians is more inportant than grade standard requirements.  The membership learns to play together and have fun performing a variety of music.  The ensemble forms an ideal training environment.  Many members advance to join Strings Attached and also the Youth Orchestra Strings.

Rehearsals

The group meets during Gateshead Schools term time at Rowlands Gill Junior School on Wednesday evening, between 3.45pm and 5 pm.
 

Concerts and Events

This ensemble is making great progress, and performs regularly in varied locations, an informal concert is given at the end of each term; and the group also performs at The Junior Showcase Concert in the Great Hall of the Dryden Centre each summer.

New members are always welcome, for further details please contact Barbara Murray of the Gateshead Schools’ Music Service on 0191 4338685