Bernstein Orchestra Workshop
Nina Bernstein – Narrator
Stephen Threlfall – Conductor
Players of all ages are invited to come together for a weekend of rehearsal and performance, exploring a vibrant compilation of extracts from Bernstein’s best known works – including On the Town, Trouble in Tahiti, Candide, West Side Story, and more.
Participants will have the opportunity to develop their ensemble skills, culminating in a public performance, narrated by Nina Bernstein, conducted by Stephen Threlfall, and led by Louise Latham.
Schedule:
Friday 30 October 2026 in Powell Hall, Sedbergh School
1830 – 2130 – Full Rehearsal
Saturday 31 October 2026 in Powell Hall, Sedbergh School
1000-1125 – Sectionals: Strings in Thornley Studio and Wind, Brass & Percussion in Powell Hall
1125-1145 – Break
1145-1300 – Tutti
1300-1400 – Lunch
1400-1520 – Tutti
1520-1540 – Break
1540-1700 – Tutti
Sunday 1 Nov 2026 Powell Hall, Sedbergh School
1000-1300 – Final orchestra rehearsal
1300 – Lunch
1500-1615 – Performance of Bernstein Beat
Please note: Whilst we are currently accepting applications for all instruments, we are particularly interested in applications from players of the following: Double Bass, Tuba, Timpani and Percussion.
This is the opening of a weekend of workshops and performances by local musicians, see Bernstein: Anniversaries and A Total Embrace and The Bernstein Beat.
Booking
Participant Adult £40.00
Participant Under 18s/Concession £20.00
Participant 13–18yo FREE