Cornwall

‘Cornwall’s performing arts scheme for rural communities. We are a pioneering charity who fill local sports halls, chapels and our wonderfully varied village halls with poetry, laughter, music, drama, stories and dancing.‘

‘The World's largest Male Choral Festival, where choirs from all over the world sing in over 50 concerts and events all over Cornwall, UK ... There are also three Competitions, a Symposium, and plenty of time to relax amongst friends amongst some of Europe's finest Coastline.’ Held biennially Early May [2021].

‘Led by Cornwall Council, our Hub is made up of over 40 partners and supporting organisations all working together to support music education for young people in Cornwall ... The “Cornwall Music Education Hub” will champion, celebrate and grow Cornwall’s rich music heritage and, through inclusive, dynamic and innovative learning, will inspire children and young people to achieve their musical potential.'

‘From the large “Father Willis” organ in Truro Cathedral, acclaimed by many of the nation's top organists to be one of the finest in the country, to the many small instruments in rural parishes, Cornwall has something to delight every lover of the King of Instruments. Add a Cornish welcome and hospitality and it's easy to see why the Cornwall Organists' Association has some of the best-attended gatherings of organists and organ enthusiasts in the country.‘

‘Join the renowned Dante Quartet for a feast of chamber music, in venues ranging from the Tamar Valley to historic villages on the western side of Bodmin Moor. We present exciting and accessible concerts alongside workshops and open rehearsals, scenic walks and delicious shared meals – something to inspire and entertain everyone.’ Held Mid July.

‘Was set up in 1970 with money given by Maisie and Evelyn Radford to advance musical education and to help musicians in Cornwall. The Radford sisters were well known for their work in music in the county since they came to live in Cornwall in 1911 ... Their concern was always that individuals should be able to realise their musical potential and that they should not be held back by lack of opportunity to study. The Trustees have fulfilled this purpose in a variety of ways. Grants have been awarded for tuition and for help with advanced studies, loans and grants have made possible the purchase of better instruments for advanced students and the Trust has run orchestral courses and workshops for players of all stages.‘

'The Cornwall Music Education Hub recognises how valuable ensemble experience can be in the development of musical skills and supports a network of ensembles and choirs across the county to provide a rich and varied menu of musical opportunities for young people: * Cornwall County Choirs; * Cornwall Youth Brass Ensemble; * Cornwall Youth Jazz Orchestra; * Cornwall Youth Orchestra; * Cornwall Youth Percussion Ensemble; * Cornwall Youth Wind Orchestra; * Sax is our Business'

’Since its debut in 1977, Duchy Opera has built up a reputation as one of the finest regional semi-professional opera companies in the UK, committed to staging exciting, inventive opera, as well as concerts in village halls or country houses. Duchy Opera uses Cornwall-based performers, musicians, designers & technicians wherever possible, actively seeking out young, emerging talent and encouraging innovation and creativity.‘

‘Old Time Music Cornwall host and promote American Old Time music sessions in West Cornwall. Musicians, singers and dancers are very welcome to join us as well as anyone interested in learning more about American Old Time music ... The key instruments are fiddle and banjo, usually backed by guitar and if available a double bass. However any combination of instruments can be used and it is not unknown for mandolin, banjo-uke, harmonica, jaws harp, dulcimer, autoharp and bones to be played in a session. Percussion is usually supplied by a dancer, flat footing. Other instruments are sometimes tolerated but cannot be guaranteed a welcome at an old time session.‘

‘The Association was founded in the 1950s to look after the interests of the brass bands of Cornwall, and to promote an annual brass band contest, now known as the “Cornwall Brass Band Championships”.

'CMN is a not-for-profit music organisation – part of the Creative Kernow charity. We have a simple aim: To inspire, support, connect & promote music in Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly.'