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Junior Strings, Transition Strings & Junior Winds

PERFORMING GROUPS HANDBOOK

ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-20

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Contents

Welcome note

Assignment of Students to Performing Groups

Policy

Rehearsal and concert schedules

Concert Dress Code and Etiquette

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Welcome

Dear all,

We would like to welcome new members to the RIAM Performing Groups and also welcome those of

you who are returning to RIAM for this academic year.

We are delighted to continue to introduce you to a new era of opportunity for all students of orchestral

instruments at the RIAM.

Please read this booklet carefully. Here you will find guidelines and information on rehearsal and

performance dates, attendance etiquette, dress codes, information on our selection process and

information on how you can contact us.

2019-20 promises to be a year when our newly formed ensembles tackle challenging, enjoyable and

exciting repertoire under the expertise of our conductors. All groups will continue to be more involved

and engaged with interesting and exciting repertoire, increased performance output and RIAM

Outreach events.

In order to perform at our best, full attendance, punctuality, commitment and preparation are a given

and expected from all.

We look forward to seeing and working with you through the year and I hope that 2019-20 will be a

memorable and fun experience. Enjoy !

Best wishes,

James Cavanagh

RIAM Head of Performing Groups

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The RIAM Junior Academy houses four orchestras, two wind ensembles and one jazz band for

part-time students of orchestral instruments. Places are allocated according to the student’s

stage/grade. All orchestras have a team of conductors and tutors to assist in delivering expert tuition

through the academic year.

The Ensembles are as follows;

RIAM Symphony Orchestra (RIAMSO) for advanced part-time students

RIAM Intermediate Orchestra (RIAMIO) for intermediate part-time students

RIAM Transition Strings (RIAMTS) for junior string students

RIAM Junior Strings (RIAMJS) for beginner string students

RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble (RIAMSWE) for intermediate/advanced wind students

RIAM Junior Wind Ensemble (RIAMWE) for junior/intermediate wind students

RIAM Jazz Ensemble (RIAMJE) Voluntary membership through annual

subscription for intermediate/advanced wind

students. Information to follow

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Assignment of Students to Performing Groups

The RIAM considers ensemble training, through rehearsal and performance, to be an essential

component of the learning process for students of orchestral instruments.

From September 2019 the Junior Academy Performing Groups will consist of the following

ensembles:

RIAM Symphony Orchestra

This orchestra is open to all RIAM part-time students who have passed Grade/Stage 8 or

above.

Rehearsals will take place between 1430 and 1630 on Saturdays over 24 weeks

throughout the year. See schedule of dates below.

students will Initially be allocated places based on their Grade/Stage to a position in the

orchestra by the RIAM Head of Performing Groups (HOPG) in consultation with relevant

members of the RIAM teaching staff.

Where there is an excess of Wind/Brass/Percussion students available, all students who

have passed Grade/Stage 8 will be called for and required to audition. Following this

process, individual students will be allocated positions in either the RIAM Symphony

Orchestra or the RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble.

RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble

Is open to students of Wind Brass and Percussion instruments who have passed

Grade/Stage 4 and upwards.

Each student will be assigned to a suitable group by the HOPG in consultation with the

relevant members of the RIAM teaching staff. This selection process will be guided by the

stage/grade of each student

In some instances (see above, under RIAM Symphony Orchestra) students who have

passed at least Grade/Stage 8 will be required to audition. Following this process,

individuals will be allocated a playing position in either the RIAM Symphony Orchestra or

the RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble.

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RIAM Intermediate Orchestra

RIAM Intermediate Orchestra is open to students of orchestral instruments who have

passed Grade/Stage 5 and Grade/Stage 7 inclusive. Every student of string instruments

who has graduated through grade/stage 5 and grade 7 inclusive will be assigned

automatically to a position in this orchestra.

Wind Brass and Percussion students who have passed Grade/Stage 5 and Grade/Stage 7

inclusive will be allocated to either the RIAM Intermediate Orchestra or the RIAM

Symphonic Wind Ensemble. Students will be assigned by the HOPG in consultation with

the relevant members of the RIAM teaching staff. This selection process will be guided by

the Grade/Stage of each student.

RIAM Transition Strings

Is open to all RIAM students of stringed instruments who have passed Grade/Stage3 and

Grade/Stage 4 inclusive. Each student will be assigned to a position in the orchestra by

the HOPG in consultation with the relevant members of the RIAM teaching staff. This

selection process will be guided by the Grade/Stage of each student.

RIAM Junior Strings

Is open to all RIAM students of stringed instruments passed Grade/Stage1 and

Grade/Stage 2 inclusive. Each student will be assigned by the HOPG in consultation with

the relevant members of the RIAM teaching staff. This selection process will be guided by

the Grade/Stage of each student.

RIAM Junior Wind Ensemble

Is open to students of Wind Brass and Percussion instruments who have passed

grade/stage 1 and Grade/Stage 3 inclusive.

Each student will be assigned to the group by the HOPG in consultation with the relevant

members of the RIAM teaching staff. This selection process will be guided by the grade of

each student.

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RIAM Jazz Band

Is a voluntary group and participants must pay an annual fee in order to participate.

Details of start up of this group will follow in due course.

New students of orchestral instruments will be assigned to ensembles in the following

manner:

New students who are absolute beginners are exempt from attending junior performing

groups.

New students who already play an instrument may be assigned to an appropriate group

by the HOPG in consultation with the relevant RIAM teaching staff. ./

The RIAM is committed to the belief that ensemble training, through rehearsal and performance is

an essential element of the learning process for students of orchestral instruments. Students who

meet the attendance requirements of the RIAM performing groups will be eligible to win or/and enter

for RIAM awards including scholarships, competitions and bursaries.

Please note the following rules/regulations: -

Regulation 15 of the Academy rules and regulations states that:

All students of orchestral instruments are required, when called upon, to take part as members

of Academy orchestras and ensembles in rehearsals and public performances.

Students (except Leaving Cert and final year degree students) who request and are granted an

exemption will, in some cases, become ineligible to win or enter for RIAM awards including

scholarships, competitions and bursaries.

In the interest of Health and Safety regulations as well as orchestral records, all students must

register in to all rehearsals and concerts. They also must register if leaving before the rehearsal

finishes. The manager of the Performing Groups will also take an attendance roll call 15 minutes

after the commencement of each rehearsal.

Please note that the dress code for concerts as outlined in the handbook must be adhered to at all

times.

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Students must attend all rehearsals and concerts of the performing group(s) to which they have

been assigned. Any student who continuously fails to give notice of their absence or who are

continuously absent from rehearsals will face sanctions in the following order.

o Written or verbal notice from the manager of the Performing Groups

o Will not be allowed perform in RIAM concerts.

o Ineligibility to enter or win RIAM awards including scholarships, competitions and bursaries

o Where applicable, the withdrawal of relevant RIAM awards, scholarships or and RIAM

instruments

o Suspension of practical lessons

o Expulsion

Attendance will be fully monitored by the manager of the Performing Groups.

How absences are managed:

All students must attend their respective performing group(s) rehearsals. Failure to do so will deem

the student as being absent from rehearsals.

Should a student need to absent themselves from a rehearsal or concert they must notify the

manager of the Performing Groups by e-mail to [email protected].

In the case of continuous absence due to medical reasons a doctor’s note will we required.

mailto:[email protected]

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Rehearsal details for each group;


Rehearsal time: Saturdays 1430-1630

Venue: Katherine Brennan Hall unless otherwise stated

Conductor: James Cavanagh




Conductor: James Cavanagh

RIAM Transition strings


Venue: Organ Room unless otherwise stated

Conductor: Yue Tang

RIAM Junior Strings

Rehearsal time: Saturday 0930-1030

Venue; Board Room

Conductor: Yvonne Donnelly

RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble;

Rehearsal Time: Saturdays 1230 – 1400


Conductor: Fergus O’Carroll

RIAM Junior Wind Ensemble:

Rehearsal Time: Saturdays 0930 – 1030

Venue: Organ Room unless otherwise stated

Conductor: Fergus O’Carroll

RIAM Jazz Band (voluntary)

Rehearsal time Saturdays time TBC

Venue: TBC

Conductor: TBC

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Rehearsal and concert schedule 2019/20

These dates apply to:

RIAM Symphony Orchestra (RIAMSO) / RIAM Intermediate Orchestra (RIAMIO) / RIAM Transition

Strings (RIAMTS) / RIAM Junior Strings (RIAMJS) / RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble (RIAMSWE) /

RIAM Junior Wind Ensemble (RIAMJWE).

October

Saturday 5th First rehearsal all ensembles

Saturday 12th Full rehearsals


Saturday 26th No rehearsals, Bank Holiday weekend

November

Saturday 2nd No rehearsals mid-term break



Saturday 23rd Full rehearsals


December


Saturday 8th Annual Christmas Concert Belvedere College. 4.p.m.

To include: Junior Strings, Junior Winds, Transition strings, Junior choirs and RIAM Recorders, details

to follow.

Sunday 8th RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble Christmas concert at the NCH Dublin

with Dublin County Choir. Details to follow.

Sat 14th Final rehearsals before Christmas.

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2020 January




Sunday 26th Annual Performing Groups concert at the NCH 6.p.m.

RIAM Symphony orchestra, Intermediate orchestra, Symphonic winds, Transition strings, Junior

Strings, Junior Winds, Junior choirs and Recorders, Details to follow

February



Saturday 15th No rehearsals mid-term break

Saturday 22nd No rehearsals mid-term break.


March

Saturday 7th Full Rehearsals

RIAM Symphony Orchestra, RIAM Intermediate orchestra concert Christchurch Cathedral in

aid of Focus Ireland.


Saturday 21st Full Rehearsals

Sunday 22nd RIAM Transition strings and RIAM Junior strings Concert with Sligo

Academy of Music orchestra in St. Andrews Church Westland Row 5.p.m. details to follow.


April


Saturday 11th No Rehearsals Easter break

Saturday18th No Rehearsals Easter Break


May

Saturday 2nd No Rehearsals Bank Holiday Weekend.


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Sunday 24th RIAM Annual Performing Groups concert.

St. Andrews Church, Westland Row. 6.p.m.

To include RIAM transition strings, Junior Strings, Junior Winds, choirs and RIAM recorders details to

follow.

There will be some extra dates added to include performing groups concerts and outreach events.

The RIAM reserves the right to make alterations to this schedule, and to record and photograph all

concerts and rehearsals for use as promotional material for its activities.

Concert Dress Code and Etiquette


Males: Black trousers, bow tie, black socks, appropriate black shoes and white shirt.

Females: Black ankle length skirt or trousers, black shoes, and white blouse. [Wrist-length

sleeves are desirable but sleeves which are not shorter than the elbow in playing

position are acceptable].

RIAM Junior Strings, RIAM Transition Strings and RIAM Junior Wind Ensemble






Males: Black jacket, trousers, bow tie, black socks, appropriate black shoes and white shirt.




RIAM Symphonic Wind Ensemble

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Rehearsal Etiquette

Please bring your instrument [spare strings, rosin and spare reeds where applicable], pencils, pencil

sharpeners, and erasers.

Use of mobile phones is not permitted at rehearsal

Please attend rehearsals ten minutes prior to the start time in order to organise your instrument,

music and tune.

All students are expected to practice their individual parts. Copies of these can be had from the

RIAM Orchestra Manager please ask for these at rehearsal or by e-mail to [email protected] or

text to mobile 086-8647276.

James Cavanagh

RIAM Head of Performing Groups

mailto:[email protected]

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36 - 38 Westland Row Dublin 2

Tel +353 1 6325300 Fax +353 1 6622798

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