On behalf of all the Tutors I would like to thank all the students who attended last weekend’s residential course at Plas Menai.

Their conduct was exemplary, not only did the staff at Plas Menai comment on what a wonderfully polite group they were, but a member of the general public took time out to come and comment on how well behaved they all were.

From the pictures, you can see that everyone had fun participating in the various activities (on land and sea). The instructors were superb and ensured that everyone came away with a very positive experience.

All the fresh air generated healthy appetites and everyone did full justice to the excellent food that was served!

Somehow, time was also found for some enjoyable music making. The staff had planned repertoire carefully so that in addition to performing together as one ensemble, players were divided into different groups with a deliberate emphasis on playing different styles of music to what they were used to. The ensembles included a Mixed String group (including a Guitar and Ukelele), French Horn Octet, Wind Trios and Quartets, String Orchestra and an 18 piece Big Band.

Finally, an event like this requires months of planning and it could not have happened without the help and support of ‘POPS’who give freely of their time and expertise so I would also like to take this opportunity to extend our grateful thanks to them.

Sue Lewis

TYO Co-ordinator

Following last years success, Trafford Music Service is pleased to invite pupils in years 3 - 6 to our free singing mornings led by our new vocal tutor Kate Shipway.

This is an exciting opportunity for your children to learn new songs, meet children from other schools, and have a fun saturday morning for free! Mornings are packed with singing and games with a performance to showcase their work at the end.

Dates and Locations

2nd June 2012:

Seymour Park Community School , Northumberland Road , Old Trafford, Manchester M16 9QE

23rd June 2012:

Highfield Primary School , Bridgenorth Avenue , Urmston, Manchester M41 9PA

How to Book:

For further details and how to book your child onto a free singing morning please download the latest singing morning letter and form here.

The form can then be either e-mailed or posted back to us (details contained in the letter).

Trafford Music Service's annual Summer School will be running from July 30th until August 2nd at Acre Hall Primary School in Flixton. There are activities for complete beginners to experienced musicians, welcoming pupils from years 1 - 11.

To join the summer school or for more information contact us here

You can print the latest music summer school leaflet by visiting here

If you need a new or extra registration form for a sibling please click here