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PHILOMUSICASYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
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Philomusica is Aberystwyth's symphony orchestra. Operated as a registered charity independent of the University it is nevertheless closely linked with UWA and is conducted by the Director of Music, Dr David Russell Hulme. Nearly 100 strong, most of its players are students who work alongside local amateur and professional musicians - some of whom travel considerable distances to play in one of the largest and most successful groups of its kind in Wales. Two concerts are presented each year in the Great Hall of Aberystwyth Arts Centre. As you might expect, the repertoire is largely Romantic and twentieth century; but as well as performing mainstream works the orchestra also explores lesser-known music, especially by British composers. Recently Philomusica celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary with a performance of Holst's The Planets. In December 1998 our Patron, John Lill, returned to Aberystwyth to perform Tchaikovsky's First Piano Concert with Philomusica. Last year works performed included Dvorak's Seventh Symphony, Elgar's Cello Concerto and Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Prospective new players are generally given a trial and a permanent place is offered subject to a suitable vacancy being available. Anyone interested in joining should contact the Director of Music or come to the first rehearsal. Conductor: Dr David Russell Hulme Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings from 7.30 to 10.00pm at the Great Hall, Aberystwyth Arts Centre (or in the Old Drill Hall - check with the Music Centre in advance). New members are always welcome. |
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