STOKE YOUTH

November 2008

Mitchell Memorial Theatre, Broad Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

Rehearsals are now underway for Stoke Youth's production of Les Miserables School Edition.

The cast consists of over 40 enthusiastic and very talented young people, all aged 19 or under, and who have undergone rigorous auditions to be accepted into the cast. The production will be of an extremely high standard. As the music is such an integral part of the show, we are assembling a band of similarly enthusiastic and talented musicians who, as far as possible, will also be aged 19 or under.

The orchestral score is a demanding one, not only from the musical point of view, but because it is lengthy and continues without break throughout the whole show.

We are looking for young people with the following qualities :-

• 19 years of age or under as of November 2008
• at least Grade 7/8 standard of playing
• ability to maintain own tuning throughout the performance
• high standard of sight reading ability
• high level of musical stamina and concentration
• disciplined, patient, motivated, reliable, punctual, organised, 'team players'
• ideally, experience of playing as member of a musical theatre band
• sensitivity to the requirements of accompanying singers on stage
• willingness to audition if required
• 100% commitment to the following dates -

The following instrumentalists are required ;

1. Flute/Piccolo/Bb Clarinet/Alto Sax
2. Oboe/Cor Anglais
3. Trumpet
4. French Horn
5. Trombone
6. Percussion/Drum Kit
7. Violin x 4
8. Viola
9. Cello
10. Keyboard

You will need to give contact details of a teacher, either school or instrumental, who will be willing to give a reference as to your suitability.

If you are under 18 you will need to get your parent/guardian to give permission for your involvement.

If you want to know more or to register your interest, please contact Steve Williams by email at mrstevewilliams@hotmail.com.

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