5,000 young musicians in 108 youth orchestras
An Alexander Technique Summer School will take place at University of Limerick in July 2014. This all-inclusive, 5-day programme starts on Sunday 13the until Friday 18th July 2014.
Full information and booking form can be found on their website: www.alesandersummerschool.com
2014 is the year that the first ITM Alexander Technique Irish Summer Workshop will take place!
It will be held in UCC from Friday 13 June to Tuesday 17 June. Classes will be held in the Health Science Building and accommodation will be in apartments at University Hall, Victoria Cross.
Attached is a detailed information ITM Online Brochure. Hard copies are also available.
We hope you will consider joining us for this workshop and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me.
With very best wishes, Mary
E: itmireland@gmail.com M: 0862400312
Royal Irish Academy of Music
Monday 07 – Friday 11 July 2014
Closing date for Applications: Monday 26 May 2014.
Conducting workshops for youth orchestra conductors will be held at the Royal Irish Academy of Music to run alongside their Summer Orchestra Academy. Participants will avail of tuition in baton technique and score preparation along with opportunities to observe sectional and full rehearsals with the RIAM summer orchestra academy, conducted by James Cavanagh.
The course is for mixed ability / experience and is suitable for beginners.
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Repertoire
The repertoire for the course has been selected with the exception of the repertoire for the Orchestral Manoeuvres course. It is intended that most or all scores will be available for download for free. The works below are subject to final confirmation. The Repertoire for the course will be:
Maidrin Rua (arrangement)
Phil the fluter (arrangement)
Bartok – Dances from Transylvania
Beethoven – 5th Symphony 1st movement
Debussy - Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune
Elgar – Serenade for Strings
Mozart – Overture to Così fan tutte
Mozart - Symphony No.40 in G minor
Moussorsky (arr. Ravel) - Pictures at an Exhibition
Stravinsky – 8 Instrumental Miniatures
Robert Houlihan, conductor
Born in Killarney, Robert Houlihan moved to Dublin at the age of sixteen and began his first music studies in the Army School of Music, before further study at the Municipal College of Music and under George Hurst at the Canford Summer School. In 1980 he won second prize at the International Competition for Young Conductors at Besancon and was awarded a scholarship from the French Government and the Arts Council to study contemporary music at the European Centre for Musical Research at Metz and conducting with Lacon Barzin in Paris. He won further awards in 1983 in the Hungarian Television International Competition and this was followed by many engagements in Hungary, Romania and Czechoslovakia. He has frequently conducted the Irish National Symphony Orchestra, the Radio Telefis Eireann Concert Orchestra and the Ulster Orchestra, as well as the Irish National Youth Orchestra, in addition to other engagements with orchestras throughout Europe. Since 1990 Robert Houlihan has been Principal Conductor of the State Philharmonic of Tirgu Mures in Romania, the first foreigner since the 1950s to hold such a position. Since 1992 he has served as Principal Conductor of the Savaria Symphony Orchestra in Hungary and is increasingly active as a teacher of conducting at the Canford Summer School of Music in England and also in France, Hungary and Portugal.
Closing date for Applications: Monday 26 May 2014.
We are pleased to inform our members about the launch of our two new accredited leadership development programmes. The aim of these programmes is to professionalise leadership and to raise its status and visibility within the Irish community and voluntary sector.
Geared towards CEOs (or equivalent) and senior managers of community and voluntary organisations, or of statutory organisations that work closely with community and voluntary organisations, both programmes are tailor-made to strengthen and enhance the existing skills and capacity of leaders within the sector and to ensure that they are able to bring about and affect the change that they wish to see.
Leaders for Change (Level 9)
Dates: Dec 2013 – May 2014 & April – October 2014
Accreditation: participants will achieve 10 credits at Masters Level 9 on national qualification framework upon completion of coursework.
Leaders for Change will consider the many attributes required to make an excellent leader. It is a skills-based programme that aims to provide current and future leaders in the non-profit sector with the applied skills required in today’s challenging environment.
The aim of Leaders for Change is to help participants focus on themselves, their behaviours, values and actions in order to deliver the best social impact for their organisation and the wider sector. Leaders for Change is being delivered by All Hallows and Quality Matters – read more here.
Leaders for Change comprises four modules:
View the full prospectus and module details here.
How to Apply Read more »
We are pleased to inform our members about the launch of our two new accredited leadership development programmes. The aim of these programmes is to professionalise leadership and to raise its status and visibility within the Irish community and voluntary sector.
Geared towards CEOs (or equivalent) and senior managers of community and voluntary organisations, or of statutory organisations that work closely with community and voluntary organisations, both programmes are tailor-made to strengthen and enhance the existing skills and capacity of leaders within the sector and to ensure that they are able to bring about and affect the change that they wish to see.
Leadership for Equality (Level 7)
Dates: Nov 2013 – May 2014
Accreditation: Professional Certificate in Leadership for Equality (level 7).
Leadership for Equality will consider the many skills required to make an excellent leader. This will include different styles of leadership as well as self and organisational awareness, with a particular emphasis on the personal and reflective leadership journey.
Geared towards facilitating solid leadership for the challenging times we live in, Leadership for Equality offers an expanded model of leadership along with skill sets that will address the complex daily realities facing Irish civil society. The programme is being delivered by the Community Action Network (CAN) – find out more here.
Leadership for Equality comprises four modules:
View the full prospectus and module details here.
How to Apply Read more »
The training day is tailored towards prospective board members, new board members and existing board members looking to strengthen their role on the board. With the impending establishment of the Charity Authority and its impact on the sector, this course is a must for all not-for-profit board members.
Date: November 15th
Location: Accenture Offices, Dublin 2
Price: €120 p/p including lunch
The full-day training is led by Boardmatch CEO Chris White. Chris has extensive experience in the provision of good governance training and has worked nationwide to provide good governance support to not-for-profit organisations.
The course will cover:
Please see Flyer attached for further information.
Boardmatch Ireland
35 Exchequer Street
Dublin 2
T: 01 671 5005
E: sophie@boardmatchireland.ie
In today’s economic climate, the ability to generate income is of paramount importance for the longevity of any not-for-profit. Covering a comprehensive list of topics, from statutory obligations to active Board engagement, the course is designed to equip participants with the key elements for implementing an effective fundraising strategy in their own organisation.
Date: October 24th 2013 Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm Cost: €80 pp
For full information, and to book a place: Click here
Please note that we offer discounts for multiple bookings. For further information, please contact Eva Gurn at eva@boardmatchireland.ie or 01 671 5005
Sophie O’Brien, Communications Officer, Boardmatch Ireland, 35 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2
T: 01 671 5005 E: sophie@boardmatchireland.ie W: www.boardmatchireland.ie
Learn how to implement an effective communications strategy from leading experts through Boardmatch Ireland training.
Developing a communications strategy, building a strong identity and accessing local, regional and national media can have huge rewards for organisations. Notably, a robust communication strategy will facilitate organisations in showcasing their achievements and on-going work within their communities. The course is particularly relevant for organisations without dedicated marketing or communications staff.
Main topics will include:
Date: October 22nd 2013
Time: 9am – 12.30pm
Cost: €80 pp
For full information, and to book a place: Click here
Please note that we offer discounts for multiple bookings. For further information, please contact Eva Gurn at eva@boardmatchireland.ie or 01 671 5005
Sophie O’Brien
Communications Officer
Boardmatch Ireland
35 Exchequer Street
Dublin 2
T: 01 671 5005
E: sophie@boardmatchireland.ie
This informative and enjoyable workshop will introduce you to the ITM approach to The Alexander Technique and teach you tools to improve your mental and physical performance and achieve your potential. Spread over three days with an introductory lecture demonstration on the Friday.
Venue: CIT Cork School of Music
Date: 15 – 17 November 2013
Time: Friday 7pm – 10pm. Saturday /Sunday 10am – 6pm.
Cost: Prices range form €80 to €200 (depending on which sections you choose to do)
The ITM Alexander Technique, developed by Frederick Matthias Alexander, is a powerful tool for change, personal growth and enhancement of performance. You can use it to enhance your co-ordination in everyday tasks, and in more specialized activities such as sport, music and dance.
The ITM approach to teaching Alexander’s work was devised by Don Weed, who studied for many years with Marjorie Barstow, the first teacher to be certified by Alexander. Don has been teaching the work to many thousands of students and performers around the world since 1975, as well as training teachers on his training course in Bristol.
Booking is through Mary Shorten, by email or phone:
E-mail: shorten.mary@gmail.com
Mobile: 086 240 0312
As places for the workshop are limited, it is a good idea to book early to avoid disappointment and to avail of the ‘early-bird’ discount price!
NYCI Certificate in Youth Arts 2013-2014, NUI Maynooth
The NYCI Certificate in Youth Arts is a part time, year long university accredited course of study in Irish Youth Arts Practice managed and delivered by the Arts Programme at NYCI.
(Accrediting body: NUI Maynooth, Dept of Applied Social Studies)
They are now accepting applications for the Certificate in Youth Arts 2013- 2014.
The application deadline is Friday 20th September 2013.
Download prospectus or apply here
Fill out your membership form and make payments for membership here. If you would like to join for the first time, please contact the office and we can chat to you and send out a membership information pack.
Find out more and apply online at iywe.ie.
ConCorda is now open for applications. Find out more at concorda.ie.
