DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 26TH OCTOBER 2013 DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 2013 28th August 2013 Dear Principals, Teachers and Choir Directors, We are delighted that you are taking part in Donegal Peace Proms 2013 Please find enclosed: 1. Choir pack. Rehearsal CD. Rehearsal DVD. (Please learn all songs in the pack from memory except Light the Fire Within). 2. Details about your workshop and concert 3. A breakdown of the schools participating in each concert. (Please note this cannot be changed) 4. Important information 5. Parental Consent Form. Thank you to those who have already sent back your Parental Consent Forms. If you have not yet returned yours, please copy the attached form and ensure that it is completed by the Parents/Guardians of all the children in your choir. Teachers should keep a copy of the consent forms in your school and post the originals to Peace Proms, CBOI, DkIT, Dundalk, Co. Louth by 5th September 6. A Poster/Flyer (please feel free to copy and distribute) If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me on 086 8283268 or email on [email protected] Yours truly, Sharon Treacy-Dunne. B.A., B.Mus., H.Dip. Ed. Founding Director CBOI DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 26TH OCTOBER 2013 WORKSHOP AND CONCERT DETAILS All schools take part in 1 workshop and 1 concert WORKSHOP 1 10:30am – 12:00noon. Wednesday 2nd October GREEN GROUP An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny Workshop will be conducted by Maestro Gearóid Grant WORKSHOP 2 12:30pm – 2pm. Wednesday 2nd October GOLD GROUP An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny Workshop will be conducted by Maestro Gearóid Grant CONCERT 1 2pm – 4:20pm Saturday 26th October GREEN GROUP Letterkenny Institute of Technology Choirs should arrive at venue at 12noon for a rehearsal with the orchestra The rehearsal is 1 hour long Choirs have a 40 break before the concert begins. They should bring a packed lunch. Choirs should be in their performance places at 1:40pm CONCERT 2 8pm – 10:20pm Saturday 26th October GOLD GROUP Letterkenny Institute of Technology Choirs should arrive at venue at 6pm for a rehearsal with the orchestra The rehearsal is 1 hour long Choirs have a 40 break before the concert begins. They should bring a packed lunch. Choirs should be in their performance places at 7:40pm DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 26TH OCTOBER 2013 DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 2PM SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER LETTERKENNY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GREEN GROUP 2PM SCHOOL ADDRESS PRINCIPAL ORGANISING SCHOOL No of No of TEACHER PHONE Pupils chaperones in required choir 2pm Aphort N.S. Grainne Ni Grainne Ni 074 95 20117 6 1 Aphort, Arranmore Chnaimhsi Chnaimhsi Island, Co. Donegal 2pm Killaghtee N.S. Nuala Dudley Nuala Dudley 074 9737433 27 2 Bogside Rd. Dunkineely, Co. Donegal 2pm Killian N.S. Rosaleen O Rosaleen O 074 9736322 13 1 Inver, Co. Donegal Haire Haire 2pm Robertson N.S. Mrs. Dawn Mrs. Dawn 074 9734363 29 2 Main St., Ballintra, Somerville Somerville Co. Donegal 2pm Rockfield N.S. Bríd Bríd Corrigan 071 9852860 22 1 Knocknashangan Corrigan Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal 2pm S.N. Mhín Tine Dé Áine Nic Áine Nic 074 9541003 23 1 Meentinadea, Ardara Giolla Bhríde Giolla Bhríde Co. Donegal 2pm Saint Patrick`s BNS Mr. Albert Mr. Noel 074 9374136 40 3 Carndonagh, Co. Doherty Doherty Donegal 2pm St. Patrick's GNS Ailish Tully Ailish Tully 074 9374412 86 6 Convent Road, Carndonagh Co. Donegal 2pm Scoil Aodh Rua agus Mrs Mary Mrs Corinne 074 9722661 30 2 Nuala, Donegal Culleton Lyons Town, Co. Donegal 2pm St. Macartan's N.S. Ronan Tighe Mrs. Anne 071 9841711 65 4 Bundoran, Dundoran Britton; Co. Donegal Miss Gráinne Jones; Mrs. Dearbhla Kelly TOTAL 341 23 DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 26TH OCTOBER 2013 DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 8PM SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER LETTERKENNY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GOLD GROUP 8PM SCHOOL PRINCIPAL ORGANISING SCHOOL No of No of ADDRESS TEACHER PHONE Pupils chaperones in choir required 8pm Ballyraine N.S. Mr.David Mr David Oliver 074 9124758 40 3 Ballyraine Rd Oliver Letterkenny, Co.Donegal 8pm Kilkenny N.S. Annette Annette Breslin 074 9544270 13 1 Glenties, C. Breslin Donegal 8pm Scoil Bhride Mrs Mrs Kathleen 074 9141636 17 1 Porthall, Lifford, Kathleen Brennan Co. Donegal Brennan 8pm Scoil Cholmcille Mr. Paraig Mrs Triona Daly 074 9122772 66 4 Convent Road Cannon Letterkenny,Co. Donegal 8pm Scoil Cholmcille Michael Con Mc Fadden 074 9139244 21 2 An Tearmann Sweeney Letterkenny, Co. Donegal 8pm Scoil Eoin Baiste Mrs Siubhán Ms Tina Mc Daid 35 2 Umlagh, Ferry Carrigart, Co. Donegal 8pm Scoil Naomh Bríd Mrs. Teresa Anne Gallagher 074 9384136 34 2 Muff, Co. Donegal Ward 8pm Scoil Phroinnseas Brídín Brídín Farren 074 9157400 41 3 Naofa Farren Magherabeg Manorcunningha m Co. Donegal 8pm Scoil Mhuire gan Irene Philomena 074 91 21171 66 4 Smal Simmons Breslin Sentry Hill Letterkenny Co. Donegal TOTAL 333 22 DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 26TH OCTOBER 2013 IMPORTANT INFORMATION COSTS and TICKETING There is no charge for participating in the project. Donegal Peace Proms is sponsored by the Ulster-Scots Agency. Schools are expected to cover the cost of buses to and from the workshop and concert Parents, who wish to see the performance, can buy their tickets from An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny or on line from www.peaceproms.com Tickets are priced €12.50 or £10 (commission applies in some venues) CHOIR UNIFORM Choir members must wear a plain white t-shirt/shirt/blouse (no logos) and dark bottoms (uniform bottoms are fine – skirt and tights or trousers) On the day of the concert, choirs should arrive dressed in this choir uniform. Coats and jackets should not be worn. Choirs should wear their school uniform to the workshop. CONCERT DAY ( This is the usual schedule but it may change in which case you will be notified) Choirs arrive at concert venue 2 hours before the performance begins for a rehearsal with the orchestra. Choirs should arrive at concert hall dressed in their choir uniform as there are no changing facilities Choirs have a 1hour rehearsal and 40 minute break before the concert begins Choirs should be in their performance positions 20 minutes before the concert begins Choirs should bring a snack to have at the break Snack should be in a small plastic or paper bag Do not bring Hold Alls/Hand Bags/Carrier Bags/Ruck Sacks etc Do not bring jackets or coats if possible as they may get lost Teachers who wish their group to bring coats/jackets should bring a large bin liner. Put all your groups coats/jackets in the bin liner and store in a safe place. THE CONCERT Once the concert begins, the choir remains on stage at all times. Choirs may not leave the stage at the interval except where it is necessary. Teachers sit with their group for workshops and concerts, and supervise them at all times NO FOOD OR DRINK IS ALLOWED INTO THE AUDITORIUM COATS , JACKETS AND BAGS SHOULD NOT BE BROUGHT INTO THE AUDITORIUM TEACHERS There will be a presentation to the teachers of the choirs at the end of the concert. This will be rehearsed on the day of the concert. DONEGAL PEACE PROMS 26TH OCTOBER 2013 DONEGAL PEACE PROMS BACKGROUND Dear Parent/Guardian, Our school will be taking part in a musical education programme called “Peace Proms” in October. “Peace Proms” has been devised by the Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland (CBOI) over the past 18 years. Peace Proms aims to entertain, educate and engage children and young people in music and to enrich their lives through exceptional musical experiences and performances. The project objective is to help young people to develop qualities of self-reliance, personal integrity, responsibility, and confidence by giving them the opportunity to: Perform with a full symphony orchestra Work with leading professional conductors and musicians Perform in premier venues throughout Ireland Develop vocal technique, presentation and performance Experience a variety of musical styles and genres and develop an appreciation for these styles Peace Proms is supported by the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, and the Department of Education and Skills and is recognised as one of Ireland’s most important Arts Education initiatives, providing outstanding cultural opportunities for young people while promoting peace, unity and tolerance through music. Donegal Peace Proms is exclusively sponsored by the Ulster-Scots Agency. PARENTAL CONSENT TO BE COMPLETED AND SIGNED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN AND RETURNED TO SCHOOL 1. PERMISSION TO PARTICIPATE IN DONEGAL PEACE PROMS I/we give our son/daughter_______________________________________(name of son/daughter) permission to participate in Peace Proms. I/we understand that Peace Proms workshops and concerts may be photographed and audio /video recorded and that my child’s image may appear in future brochures /booklets /leaflets /posters /flyers etc and video/DVD presentations /advertisements etc. Signed__________________________________________(Parent/Guardian)Date__________________ 2. INFORMATION ABOUT PEACE PROMS Parents are informed about Peace Proms by email and text. Although only a small number are sent, this ensures that all parents are fully informed about the project, workshops and concerts. Parents can unsubscribe at any time. Under the CBOI’s data protection policy, this information is not shared. Parent /Guardian Mobile 1_____________________Parent /Guardian Mobile 2_____________________ Parent /Guardian Email 1________________________________________________________________ Parent /Guardian Email 2________________________________________________________________ Signed__________________________________________(Parent/Guardian)Date__________________ You can find more information on the CBOI and “Peace Proms” on their website www.cboi.ie .