The Shepherd Group Brass Band organisation is one of the largest Brass Band organisations in the country, made up of five ensembles with over 150 players. It offers brass-playing opportunities to anyone, from absolute beginners to Championship section players. Players who begin in Brass Roots often move up through the bands as they progress on their instruments.
By partnering with the NCEM through the ‘I Can Play with Brass Roots’ project, the Shepherd Group Brass Band organisation demonstrates a commitment to providing accessible and inclusive opportunities for D/deaf and hearing players alike. The organisation will continue to undertake regular D/deaf awareness training.
LAUNCH EVENT
During this very special session, we are inviting you to explore brass instruments, listen to professional brass musicians, and even try playing in a brass band!
If you enjoy this session, you might want to sign-up to our regular ‘I Can Play with Brass Roots’ sessions
When: Saturday 16th September, 10.00-12.00
Where: Hi-Bay Theatre, Portakabin Ltd, New Lane, Huntington, York YO32 9PT
Who: Suitable for children with any degree of deafness, their siblings, and Children of Deaf Adults (CODAs).
All ages (7-18) welcome.
Parents / guardians are invited to stay for this session. .
Access: The session will be led by Deaf and hearing practitioners, and supported by a BSL interpreter.
Book this free taster session now by contacting boxoffice@ncem.co.uk Tickets for this launch event are free of charge but we will necessarily ask for your email/contact details.
Car Parking is available on site. Click here for a google map.
WEEKLY SESSIONS
When: Monday evenings (term-time only), 6.30-7.30pm
Where: Hi-Bay Theatre, Portakabin Ltd, New Lane, Huntington, York YO32 9PT
Who: Suitable for children with any degree of deafness, their siblings, and Children of Deaf Adults (CODAs).
Ages 7 – 18 welcome
Parents / guardians are invited to stay for these sessions
Access: The sessions will be supported by Deaf musician Sean Chander, who will use both spoken and signed communication.
Subscription: From just £15 every three months, you can attend these weekly sessions and take home your very own brass instrument on loan for no extra cost!
We are waiting on details from Richard Wilson, Shepherds BB about booking info.
Car Parking is available on site. Click here for a google map.
Amazing experience, educational and highly recommended!
I Can Play! is run by the National Centre for Early Music, in partnership with Music and the Deaf, Lollipop, the University of York, York Arts Education and City of York Council's Deaf and Hearing Support Service, and generously supported by Harrogate Deaf Society, Mayfield Valley Arts Trust and Ovingdean Hall Foundation. Sessions take place at York Music Centre at Millthorpe School, thanks to support from York Arts Education.
It is always a lovely experience for our daughter!! She loves the group and it has helped her build her confidence, spending time with friends. She has also learned a lot about music and she enjoys trying new musical instruments.
The organisers are great musicians, very caring and the kids have lots of fun.
Activity leaders are using both voice and BSL – perfect role models especially for CODA’s and non-BSL deaf children
I CAN DOWNLOAD & PLAY!
Sing songs, make instruments, and play musical games from your own home by watching our videos.
The NCEM is available to hire for anniversaries, birthday parties, wedding receptions, conferences, dinners and musical events.