Help available for young musicians
SIR - Young people everywhere are being encouraged to participate in song, dance and popular performance of all kinds. North Devon charity Young Musicians Support concentrates its efforts on those interested in classical music. In these days of instant
SIR - Young people everywhere are being encouraged to participate in song, dance and popular performance of all kinds.
North Devon charity Young Musicians' Support concentrates its efforts on those interested in classical music.
In these days of instant gratification and overnight celebrity, it takes a special child to make the long term commitment required to progress with piano, violin, clarinet or flute.
It also requires a great deal of support from the parent, guardian or teacher. In addition there is the cost of lessons and a good instrument.
For 20 years YMS has helped local families by giving cash awards, loaning instruments, providing expert professional advice and arranging performance opportunities.
In return, YMS has been rewarded by the success of numerous youngsters, some of whom have gone on to specialist colleges and a career in music, but all of whom have gained immeasurably from their experience.
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Do you have a child (under 18) who has been learning an instrument for a year or more and who shows an unusual passion or talent for music?
Perhaps you have a student who fits this description. If so, contact me soon. Applications are now being invited to join the YMS family. The closing date for applications is February 19 for auditions to be held on Saturday, March 13 at West Buckland School.
For further details, please call Karen Hopper (01271) 850547, e-mail secretary@ymsndevon.org or visit our website www.ymsndevon.org where you will find an application form to print.
Karen Hopper,
Lower Loxhore.
