Please see the new guidelines for Arts Council's new National Portfolio programme.

We thought you'd like to know that we've just published our 2018-22 National Portfolio applicant guidance. Below you can find out more about how we'll invest across our three main funding streams over this period - and the steps you need to take to apply.

What's new?
We've made some changes to our National Portfolio for 2018-22, including integrating arts, museums and libraries, introducing four funding categories and lengthening funding agreements.
Find out more >

 

Want to apply?
Find out about the four steps to apply, key dates and the support available. Remember we’re holding events for prospective applicants this month - we hope to see you there!​
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The Friends of Worcester Three Choirs Festival invite you to Barn Dance at the Bartholomew Barn!

 

The Friends of Worcester Three Choirs Festival invite you to our

 

Barn Dance

at the

Bartholomew Barn

Saturday 8 October 2016, 7.30pm

 

Bartholomew Barn, King’s Hawford School, Worcester WR3 7SD

Parking is available at King’s Hawford

 

Featuring The Cat's Whiskers

 

Tickets £20 - includes light supper and drink on arrival.  Pay bar.  Raffle.

                                                                       

Please ensure no high heels or footwear which could damage yourself or the floor!

 

For tickets or more information call 01452 768928 or visit us online www.3choirs.org

Please note all transactions are subject to a £2.50 booking fee

 

Job Vacancy - Conductor of Herefordshire Youth Orchestra

Encore Enterprises CIC. Registered in England & Wales. Company no. 8129506

Conductor of Herefordshire Youth Orchestra


Herefordshire Music Service has the rare and prestigious vacancy of Conductor of Herefordshire Youth Orchestra.

We are seeking a conductor who is able to enthuse and inspire some of the most musically talented young people in Herefordshire. Someone with drive, commitment and broad knowledge of orchestral repertoire.

HYO rehearse weekly on Tuesdays in Hereford from 5-7pm. They have two seasons, one from September to late November and the other from January to April/May. The new conductor would have the option of conducting/attending every week or having some as sectional rehearsals only. HYO currently performs twice a year (once at the end of each season). The new conductor will be able to shape and develop the orchestra, particularly in terms of performance opportunities.

The conductor would be supported at rehearsals by a peripatetic teacher from the music service. This position will also become vacant and the new conductor will have the opportunity to have an input into appointing their support tutor. The new conductor will be supported by a highly efficient and supportive back office and management system.

Further information on our ensembles and service as a whole can be found on the Encore Enterprises (the social enterprise which runs HMS) website: www.encore-enterprises.com Remuneration by negotiation.

All successful applicants will require a cleared enhanced DBS check.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 7th November

Short-listing: Monday 7th November


Interview and opportunity to conduct HYO: January 2017

Start Date: September 2017

How to apply: Please send a letter of application (maximum of 2 sides of A4) and a current CV to: Nikki Stronge: nikki@encore-enterprises.com

If you would like an informal discussion or have any queries, please contact Nikki Stronge on 01432 853219 who will then arrange a mutually convenient telephone meeting with Cliff Woollard, Head of Herefordshire Music Service.