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London College of Music LIVE September – December 2017
LIVE London College of Music
September – December 2017 Discover live performances, events and master classes at London College of Music
About London College of Music
About London College of Music At LCM we welcome all who share our passion, whether it be classical, jazz and pop performance, composition, live sound production, music technology, musical theatre, acting for stage, theatre production or music management. Our ground-breaking courses are respected worldwide and are taught by practising industry experts who love what they do. Visiting staff from all over the globe bring fresh perspectives and cutting-edge knowledge that enhances the curriculum. On all courses, students enjoy the added advantage of invaluable work experience in professional environments, plus a unique opportunity to network with other creative artists across the wide-ranging disciplines embraced by LCM and the wider University. Our close links with and understanding of the music industry have been reflected not only by our students and staff, but also in our achievements: we boast one of the most impressive employment rates in the country, with 97% of our students in work less than six months after graduating.* To find out more about our courses, please visit us at uwl.ac.uk/lcmsubjects or call 0800 036 8888
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*According to Employment Performance Indicators (EPI) figures published by HESA in 2017. Graduates who have studied an undergraduate degree programme.
A warm welcome back to LCM Live 2017/18. We have yet another exciting year planned for students, staff and, most importantly, our wonderful audience members to enjoy. We’ll be continuing with our ever-popular lunchtime concerts, Composers’ Workshops, master classes, LCM Sessions and a host of other events and concerts. In November, we look forward to our “World War 1 Centenary” commemoration showcasing LCM students in two original pieces. “Women at War” embodies the affect of war on women through dance and movement. This will be accompanied by music from LCM alum Patricia Evans. We are delighted to welcome writer and director, Judith Paris, as she guides our actors through her new play, “A World at War”. I’m happy to remind you that LCM is celebrating 130 years, and over the next year we will be
Welcome
Welcome from the Director of London College of Music continuing to highlight our achievements whilst bringing awareness to the situation of music education for those who are socially and economically disadvantaged. We aim to raise £1million in philanthropic support to continue to widen access to music education. You can play your part by making a gift towards bursaries and scholarships for LCM. Contact our Alumni Relations team on +44 20 8280 0245 or visit uwl.ac.uk/lightingtheway On behalf of all staff and students at LCM I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support throughout the year. We greatly look forward to seeing you again at one (or more!) of our events. Warm Regards Sara Raybould Pro Vice-Chancellor Director, London College of Music
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Live Performances
London College of Music
LIVE PERFORMANCES London College of Music Live performances are open to the public. Unless otherwise indicated, booking for events may be done by emailing
[email protected] For more information on performances please visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmlive or email us at
[email protected]
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UWL Summer Showcase
Thursday 5 October Evening Concert LCM Sessions An opportunity for UWL students, friends and family to come and witness the amazing talent that LCM has to offer Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site
Wednesday 27 September Lunchtime Concert Recent LCM alumni Masters Students perform pieces which they particularly enjoyed during their time at LCM Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
Saturday 7 October Junior College Open Day Individual, Group Classes and Ensemble Taster sessions. Ages 5 – 19 Time: 8.30am – 3pm Location: Ealing Site For info and to book visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmjuniorcollege
Wednesday 4 October Lunchtime Concert Musical Theatre Students Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
LCM Sessions
Live Performances
Wednesday 20 September Lunchtime Concert Alice Auer & Guests LCM alumnus performing original material from her upcoming debut EP. Combining a mixture of jazz, pop and soul music Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
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Wednesday 11 October Lunchtime Concert Anna Serret (piano) Programme to include works by Bach, Scarlatti and Granados in celebration of his 150th anniversary Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road Wednesday 11 October Master Class Anna Serret Piano Master class LCM are happy to welcome Anna Serret, concert pianist & professor from Barcelona Conservatory of Music Time: 3pm – 5pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site
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Anna Serret
Saturday 14 October Open Day University of West London welcomes all prospective students Time: 10am – 3pm Location: Ealing Site Book at uwl.ac.uk/openday Wednesday 18 October Lunchtime Concert Her Majesty’s Guards Band Wind Quintet Programme to include arrangements of Scarlatti and Haydn Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
Tuesday 31 October Evening Concert LCM Voice In Performance Students A spooky Halloween cabaret Time: 6pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site Wednesday 1 November Lunchtime Concert LCM Singers Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
Thursday 2 November Lunchtime Concert LCM Singers Leatherhead Concert & Arts Society www.musiconthursdays.org Time: 12.30pm – 1.10pm Location: Leatherhead Methodist Church
Live Performances
Wednesday 25 October Lunchtime Concert Ashley Westmacott (flute) Ashley is an alumnus of LCM and a former Bernard and Haley prize winner. Programme to include works by Bozza Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
Thursday 2 November Evening Concert LCM Sessions An opportunity for UWL students, friends and family to come and witness the amazing talent that LCM has to offer Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site Wednesday 8 November Lunchtime Concert LCM Pianists Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road 7
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Wednesday 8 November First World War Centenary Production Women at War This project is a collaboration between LCM students and SpiralArts Dance Theatre Company, exploring the role of the women in the First World War, their role at home and abroad, the work they undertook and their writing and poetry. Initial research and workshops were carried out in 2014 and now the ideas have been revisited and developed as a movement piece. Incorporated into this will be the inclusion of Patricia Evans (LCM Alumnus Composer) choral work, ‘Trilogy’, or ‘Reflections of War,’ using text from World War One poets Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
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Thursday 9 November Lunchtime Concert LCM Pianists Leatherhead Concert & Arts Society www.musiconthursdays.org Time: 12:30-1.10pm Location: Leatherhead Methodist Church Thursday 9 November First World War Centenary Production Women at War Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Saturday 11 November Open Day University of West London welcomes all prospective students Time: 10am – 3pm Location: Ealing Site Book at uwl.ac.uk/openday
Live Performances
Friday 10 November First World War Centenary Production A World at War Actors Performance A dramatic realisation in words, song and poetry of voices from the Great War. Compiled, written and directed by Judith Paris, the play includes material by Siegfried Sassoon, Vera Brittain, Flora Sandes, Edith Cavell, Vesta Tilley, Bert Brocklesbury, Wilfred Owen, Jessie Pope, Rupert Brooke, the Barnbow Lasses and many others. The true voices of World War 1 Time: 3pm and 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Saturday 11 November First World War Centenary Production A World at War Actors Performance Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
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Live Performances
Wednesday 15 November Lunchtime Concert LCM Jazz Students Time: 1.10pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site Saturday 18 November Junior College Open Day Individual, Group Classes and Ensemble Taster sessions. Ages 5 – 19 Time: 8.30am – 3pm Location: Ealing Site For info and to book visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmjuniorcollege
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Evening of Jazz
Wednesday 22 November Lunchtime Concert Monteverdi Anniversary Concert On St Cecilia’s Day, LCM Chorus and Soloists present music of Claudio Monteverdi to celebrate his 450th anniversary Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road Wednesday 22 November Evening Concert Evening of Jazz Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site
Wednesday 29 November Lunchtime Concert LCM Student Performances Time: 1.10pm Location: St Marys Church, St Mary’s Road Wednesday 29 November Evening Concert LCM Glee and Voxes with a wintry celebration Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site
Thursday 30 November Evening Concert LCM Sessions An opportunity for UWL students, friends and family to come and witness the amazing talent that LCM has to offer Time: 7pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site
Live Performances
Saturday 25 November Evening Concert LCM Chorus perform Beethoven Symphony No. 9 with Windsor and Maidenhead Symphony Orchestra Time: 7.30pm Location: Eton College Chapel For info and to book visit www.thelittleboxoffice.com/wmso
Wednesday 6 December Lunchtime Concert LCM Camerata Programme to include Haydn’s ‘Clock’ Symphony Time: 1.10pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
Glee Choir at UWL Summer Showcase
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Wednesday 6 December Production BA Musical Theatre Fiddler On The Roof Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Friday 8 December Production BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Thursday 7 December Evening Concert Konvalia Quartet A concert including music by Martin Jones and LCM alumnus composer, Bartosz Szafranski Time: 6.30pm Location: St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road
Saturday 9 December Junior College Open Day Individual, Group Classes and Ensemble Taster sessions. Ages 5 – 19 Time: 8.30am – 3pm Location: Ealing Site For info and to book visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmjuniorcollege
Thursday 7 December Production BA Musical Theatre Fiddler On The Roof Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Monday 11 December Production BA Musical Theatre Fiddler On The Roof Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Saturday 9 December Production BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Tuesday 12 December Production BA Musical Theatre Fiddler On The Roof Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
West Side Story
Live Performances
Saturday 9 December Concert Junior LCM and Ealing Music Service Cadenza Ensembles Time: 3pm Location: Lawrence Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
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Live Performances
Wednesday 13 December Lunchtime Concert LCM Student Performances Time: 1.10pm Location: Vestry Hall, Ranelagh Road Wednesday 13 December Production BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
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Thursday 14 December Production Exclusive School & College Performance BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 11am – 3pm (including lunch break and Q&A session) Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book free places for your School/FE College please email
[email protected] Thursday 14 December Production BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Saturday 16 December Production BA Musical Theatre Fiddler On The Roof Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
Live Performances
Friday 15 December Production BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 2pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive Friday 15 December Production BA Musical Theatre Fiddler On The Roof Time: 7pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive Saturday 16 December Production BA Musical Theatre Rags Time: 2pm Location: Weston Hall, Ealing Site To book please visit uwlsu.com/lcmlive
LCM Summer Showcase
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London College of Music – 130 years of fostering talent London College of Music was founded by G Augustus Holmes in 1887 at 54 Great Marlborough Street, with a mission to improve musical standards across the UK and to offer a range of qualifications to all ages, sexes and backgrounds. Its emphasis on accessibility was pioneering and unique in comparison with the other music colleges of the time.
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The College began as an examining body, but a teaching element was created quite early in its history which provided facilities for part-time education. Many popular classes were established including Orchestra, Operatic Classes and Ladies’ Choir. Its
courses grew so much in popularity that within 7 years of its founding, the College had moved twice in search of more space, finally settling at 47 Great Marlborough Street where it remained until 1991. By 1891 the College had 4,000 exam candidates. By 1894 it had 340 centres in America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brasil, Chile and West Indies.
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LONDON COLLEGE OF MUSIC
years 1887-2017
“....they (LCM) had popularised music in many places which otherwise it would never have reached. They had not only helped those who sought to enter the profession, but had raised the standard amongst those who did not seek the profession, but wished to study music for its own sake. They all knew the immense refining power of music, and the London College of Music was doing a great and good work in spreading a love of it, thus bringing ‘the greatest happiness to the greatest number.’”
With the advent of Dr William Lloyd Webber, LCM began to enjoy a ’Golden Age’, during which time it became widely recognised in the music world as one of ‘the five’ London Music Colleges. The examinations department was re-organised and Dr Lloyd Webber pioneered the introduction of exams for electronic organ. Improvements were made to the building and a new organ was installed thanks to the generosity of the Rank Trust.
Sir Vincent Kennett-Barrington, Patron 1894 The College continued to prosper with the support of notable examiners such as Dr W J Westbrook in the late Victorian period, also of Dr W H Longhurst, an organist of Canterbury Cathedral and H WhartonWells in the 1930s and 1940s. Philip Dore, an organist renowned particularly for his performance of the music of J S Bach, was also an examiner and in the 1950s gave a series of lectures and recitals at the College.
William Lloyd Webber
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On Dr Lloyd Webber’s untimely death in 1982, John McCabe became Director and further improved the status of LCM. His tenure saw the centenary of LCM and a concert at the Barbican with the distinguished pianist John Lill and cellist Julian Lloyd Webber as soloists. Some major building works to enlarge the space took place, as well as the establishment of Music Technology and Film Music courses. Owing to lack of investment, the merger with the Polytechnic of West London in 1991 was inevitable, but at the same time it ensured that LCM was able to prosper and acquire what it lacked at Great Marlborough Street – increased space and facilities.
130 years on, LCM is the largest specialist music and performing arts institution in the UK. It offers an impressive range of innovative courses, respected worldwide and delivered with creativity and passion in state-of-theart facilities. Its teaching staff still work as successful and prominent performers, creators and composers within the wider music industry, bringing career-relevant and cuttingedge experience to their courses. Through London College of Music Examinations, LCM offers graded and diploma qualifications in music, drama and communication in 51 countries and 898 exam centres across the globe. LCM boasts a thriving Junior College, a performing arts school for children and young people at all stages of musical learning.
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LCM Junior College
“We have a great challenge before us. We have a new future to build. Its direction may not be clear in all particulars, but the LCM is still alive and in its new setting has perhaps a greater, if different, potential than ever before.” So said John Chapman, a former Warden of LCM, on the move to Ealing in 1991. And so the LCM has successfully reached its 130th birthday in a robust state, with much to be proud of in its history and ready to meet new challenges.
John McCabe
London College of Music at Great Marlborough Street
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Composers Workshops
Composers Workshops All located in the William Barry Theatre (BY.01.001) from 4-6pm
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Wednesday 20 September Composers Workshop Nick Williams The new head of undergraduate composition introduces his music and influences, ranging from punk to postminimalism, early music to improvisation.
Wednesday 4 October Composers Workshop PCAM A representative from the Society for Producers and Composers of Applied Music presents on the nuts and bolts of the industry - pitching, fees, royalties.
Wednesday 27th September Composers Workshop Francis Pott Chair of Composition at LCM, introduces his forthcoming CD
Wednesday 11 October Composers Workshop Student Composers Three student composers introduce their own work.
Wednesday 25 October Composers Workshop Stephanie Taylor A young composer making a name for herself on the film, t.v, advertising and games music scene.
Wednesday 8 November Composers Workshop Student Composers Three student composers introduce their own work.
Composers Workshops
Wednesday 18 October Composers Workshop Anna Meredith One of the most exciting young composers on the scene, Anna Meredith’s music ranges from orchestral and chamber music to pop/ electronica. Her album Varmints was released in 2016 to great acclaim.
Wednesday 15 November Composers Workshop Lisa Busby Electronica composer and performer, Lisa Busby is a distinctive and original voice on the cutting edge of the electronica scene
Wednesday 1 November Composers Workshop Steve Montague A highly respected and versatile composer and conductor, American born but living in London, his output includes concert music, music for dance and installations. Anna Meredith
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Composers Workshops
Wednesday 22 November Composers Workshop Errollyn Wallen Errollyn Wallen is a respected singer-songwriter of pop-influenced songs with her own band Ensemble X as well as a composer of orchestral and chamber music. Wednesday 29 November Composers Workshop Ian Duguid Ian Duguid recently joined out staff and brings his extensive experience of the world of musical theatre as a composer, arranger, orchestrator and performer.
Wednesday 13 December Composers Workshop Leigh Phillips LCM’s Head of Film Music Composition talks about his recent Ben Hur project. Wednesday 20 December Composers Workshop Joe Phibbs A widely performed composer, his output covers orchestral, chamber and choral music.
Wednesday 6 December Composers Workshop Student Composers Three student composers introduce their own work. 22
Leigh Phillips
Junior College Come and join us for a free open day at LCM Junior College on 7th October, 18th November and the morning of 9th December We offer courses and free tasters in; one-to-one instrumental and theory teaching, small ensembles, samba, jazz workshop, rock and pop bands, GCSE and Pre-U. Please see our website for full details: www.uwl.ac.uk/LCMJuniorCollege or email
[email protected]
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• JOHN IRELAND PRIZE for singers
COMPETITIONS AND PRIZES 2018
• MICHAEL JAMES PRIZE for singers
Spring 2018 will be a busy time for students as they compete for a variety of prizes and awards. We look forward to celebrating the achievements of the winners at the LCM Prizewinners’ concert on Monday 14 May 2018.
• BERNARD AND HALEY MUSIC PRIZES for classical instrumentalists (not piano)
Prizes and awards this year include:
Competitions and Prizes
London College of Music
• ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER MUSICAL THEATRE PRIZE • MONA BLACKMAN PRIZE for classical pianists
• GRIFFITHS AWARD for Musical Theatre Students • ALBERT THOMAS HOWARD COMPOSITION PRIZE • LCM VERSE PRIZE
• LUTENOR PRIZE FOR OUTSTANDING JAZZ VOCALIST In memory of Denise Lutenor who was a staunch supporter of jazz
• LCM JAZZ INSTRUMENTALIST PRIZE
• MONA BLACKMAN PRIZE for jazz pianists
• PATRICIA EVANS AWARD FOR COMPOSITION
• LCM MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AWARD • LCM POP PERFORMANCE AWARD
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Partnerships
London College of Music Partnerships The London College of Music is always pleased to be able to work with a wide range of cultural partners. In 2017 these include:
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Join in
Join in There are a number of ways to get involved: London College of Music Camerata London College of Music Chorus London College of Music Big Band London College of Music Glee LCM New Ground Ensemble LCM Pop Choir
Register your interest online by visiting uwl.ac.uk/lcmjoinin or email
[email protected] LCM Expo
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Junior Chefs Academy The Junior Chefs Academy is sponsored by Harrison Catering, and is supported by the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts and the Craft Guild of Chefs. The courses are aimed at Year 10 and 11 students, and provide a great start for those interested in a career in food and culinary arts. The courses last for 10 weeks, and are delivered on Saturday mornings from 9.30am to 12.30pm (Cake and Bake – Thursdays 5 – 8pm). All classes cost £10 per session. Courses include: • Basic culinary skills, including garnishing and presentation skills
£10 per week
• Food Hygiene and basic nutrition • Teamwork and organisation
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For further information, please contact: Sadie Higham 020 8231 2660
[email protected]
uwl.ac.uk/ juniorchefs
PILLARS RESTAURANT Opening Days
Lunch – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Dinner – Thursday and Friday Please note we are only open during academic term times and this may change each semester so please contact us to check for updates.
Opening Times
Lunch – 12.00pm until 2.30pm Dinner – 6.30pm until 9.00pm To book, please call 020 8231 2200
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Musical Theatre
London College of Music
MUSICAL THEATRE AND ACTING
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UWL Summer Showcase
Equus
Wednesday 6 December, 7pm Thursday 7 December, 7pm Monday 11 December , 7pm Tuesday 12 December, 7pm Friday 15 December, 7pm Saturday 16, December, 7pm Weston Hall, Ealing Site Tickets from uwlsu.com/lcmlive Fiddler on the Roof tells the story of Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters in the little village of Anatevka in Russia at the beginning of the 20th Century. While the world changes around him, Tevye tries to hold tight to his Jewish faith and culture in the face of modernity and anti-Semitism. This Musical Theatre classic ran for over 3000 performances when it debuted in 1964 and went on to win nine Tony awards
Musical Theatre
Fiddler On The Roof for music writers Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, book writer Joseph Stein, Producer Harold Prince and Director/Choreographer Jerome Robbins. With a score filled with musical treasures, and themes that are still relevant today, Fiddler on the Roof is rightly one of the best loved musicals.
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Musical Theatre
Rags Friday 8 December, 7pm Saturday 9 December, 7pm Wednesday 13 December, 7pm Thursday 14 December, 7pm Friday 15 December, 2pm Saturday 16 December, 2pm Weston Hall, Ealing Site Tickets from uwlsu.com/lcmlive
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Rags shares many themes with Fiddler on the Roof, which is not surprising since they both come from the pen of the same book writer, Joseph Stein; even though they were written 20 years apart. With lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Wicked) and music by Charles Strouse (Bye Bye Birdie and Annie), Rags has a score packed with fantastic melodies and a book which pulls no punches and was nominated for five Tony
awards in 1987. It tells the story of Rebecca Hershkowitz, who has fled Russia with her young son, and arrives in New York City to look for her husband Nathan and build a new life in America. The examination of the role of the immigrant and the contrast between old world and new world are themes that resonate with audiences today.
Musical Theatre
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Musical Theatre
An Insight Into Musical Theatre Programming
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This year marks the 130th Anniversary of the London College of Music. In order to celebrate this landmark, I went looking for musical theatre pieces that would address this period of history. While not set in 1887, both Fiddler on the Roof (set 1905) and Rags (set 1910) explore the great diaspora of Jewish people as a result of the pogroms of Russia (1881-84 and 1903-1906) which were a major global phenomenon during the early years of the London College of Music. In many ways, the migration of people (whether by choice or necessity) is still a global phenomenon today, as is the tension between old world and new world which seems a relevant topic as Britain navigates a new pathway away from Europe.
and so it seemed appropriate to celebrate women and women’s point of view in musical theatre. In their own way, each of these pieces are about women navigating their way in worlds that are dominated by men. The struggle of daughters against fathers (Fiddler) and wives against husbands (Rags) is a painful one still being fought today by too many women. While these two musicals have many resonances for a modern audience, they are also fantastic pieces of sung theatre with exciting tuneful scores and stories that will capture your imagination. I hope you enjoy our Autumn productions and they inspire you to both tap your toe and ponder how the struggles of 130 years ago are still being fought today.
In addition, this year’s graduating Musical Theatre class is made up of 70% women
Steven Sparling Course Leader Musical Theatre
1984 BA Actors By George Orwell, adapted by Matthew Dunster Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th February Nell Gywnn BA Actors By Jessica Swale Thursday 15th – Saturday 17th February 9-5 BA Musical Theatre By Patricia Resnick Thursday 12th – Sunday 15th April
Coming Soon
Coming Soon Urinetown BA Musical Theatre By Greg Kotis Thursday 26th – Sunday 29th April UWL Graduate Showcase Week Starting Monday 14th May The Gondoliers BMus (Hons) and MMus Performance Wednesday 31st January – February 2nd February
Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland
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LCM Junior College
London College of Music
LCM JUNIOR COLLEGE For more information please visit uwl.ac.uk/juniormusic 020 8231 2168 Email Lara Currie, LCM Junior College co-ordinator
[email protected] @LCMjuniors LCMJuniorCollege
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With its foundations rooted in the formal conservatoire tradition, LCM Junior College has a history of 60 years, and has since grown into a diverse, versatile and forward thinking musical community. Every Saturday during term time over 100 students come through our doors and enter a thriving, inspirational learning environment whilst receiving tuition by some of the very best teachers and professional musicians in the world. Weekend learning means that our students avoid the disturbance of their school studies, and has the added benefit that brings likeminded young people together to enrich themselves in an area of study that they enjoy. For fun or serious intentions, from beginner to advanced, LCM is a music college that believes in music for all, and will endeavour to support parents find the most suitable musical route for their child.
LCM Junior College
LCM Junior College Performance is at the heart of the London College of Music community and particularly so for Junior College students, who perform in a number of concerts throughout the year. These performances provide our students with the opportunity to build their confidence and showcase their talents. Students at LCM Junior College are encouraged to take graded examinations with our graded examination board – LCM Examinations, which delivers over 60,000 exams per year worldwide. LCM graded examinations are part of the National Qualification Network, which means that students gain valuable UCAS points along their musical pathway. Those who achieve an LCM grade 8 in their chosen instrument, will receive an automatic practical offer when applying for BMus (Hons) Performance or BMus (Hons) Performance and Recording at undergraduate level.
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LCM Junior College
How we teach Teaching is across all genres and is tailored to suit the needs of individual students, whether in instrumental, singing, one-to-one or ensemble activities. What we offer • One-to-one and group instrument tuition • Theory tuition • General musicianship • Cambridge fast track IGCSE and Pre-U • Discovering music • Music Technology • DJ Academy • Rhythm Time for babies and toddlers • Ensembles • Jazz workshop • Samba drumming • Rock and pop • Workshops • Music for younger children • Termly concerts and trips
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Facilities London College of Music has an impressive number of individual studios in which students may practise. There is also a wide range of teaching rooms and lecture theatres, as well as performance spaces including a dance studio. Lawrence Hall and Vestry Hall house the music technology facilities including our state-of-theart digital recording studios. Bursaries available • E aling Music and Film Festival have very kindly supported Junior College with funding for places in our samba group. There are some places still available. • B ursaries are available for instrument and sheet music purchases through the Grocers’ Access Fund for those wishing to pursue lessons at Junior College. The award will be made on the basis of academic merit, potential to achieve, and financial need.
LCM Junior College
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We invite you to TA K E Y O U R S E AT
in the heart of LCM At the heart of London College of Music is Lawrence Hall. Refurbished in 2015, this dedicated performance and rehearsal space offers students a platform to develop and showcase their talents. We are delighted to offer you an exceptional opportunity
to name a seat* in Lawrence “It gives me a great sense of Hall and have a personalised satisfaction to know that the message inscribed on the chair’s funds raised support and plaque. It’s the perfect way to encourage students, as well celebrate your connection to as a real sense of pride to LCM and support its students. see all of the other seats so Your donation will make a real generously donated to LCM difference by providing the and our students.” very best facilities for future Sara Raybould, Director of generations of young artists. LCM & Take a Seat Donor
Visit alumni.uwl.ac.uk/takeaseat to name your seat or contact
[email protected] to make a Class Gift** or to take advantage of the Give As You Earn scheme.*** * Naming a seat does not include admission to individual performances or events or guarantee allocation of that seat for a particular performance. ** Why not give a Class Gift to share the cost of a seat and have a group plaque as a permanent reminder of your time together.
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*** The Give As You Earn Scheme is one of the most tax-effective ways for you to donate to a special cause. The scheme allows your donation to be taken from your pre-tax salary, meaning that part of your donation comes from money that would have otherwise gone to HMRC. For example if you donate £10, only £8 will be deducted from your salary.
W5 Productions Looking for a creative talent for your next project or event? W5 Productions is a new and independent production company showcasing and promoting UWL’s talents and skills. Tap into the freshest talents from London College of Music and London School of Film Media and Design and benefit from cutting edge, creative and professional output. Roster of talents available include: • Film crews • Instrumentalists – jazz and classical • Photographers • Vocalists – jazz, classical and pop. Contact us today to find out more about our talented creatives. Email:
[email protected] Telephone: 020 8231 2656 Twitter: W5Productions W5 Productions is the trading name of University of West London.
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Join our community Find us at facebook.com/LondonCollegeofMusic Follow us at twitter.com/LCMLive Follow us on Snapchat at LCMLive Follow us on Instagram at LCMLive For more events please visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmlive or email
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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION If you studied at the University of West London, or one of our predecessor institutions, then you are a member of the UWL Alumni Association. Membership is automatic after graduating, completely free, and gives you access to a range of great benefits: • Quarterly e-newsletter • Careers and employment support • Alumni focused events • Discounts on a range of services and products • Alumni Card – giving discounts on many LCM Live events and access to the Library* • Annual magazine For more information on the UWL Alumni Association, including how to make sure you remain in touch by updating your details, visit uwl.ac.uk/alumni * Alumni Cards are supplied by an external provider who charge an administrative fee for each card
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London College of Music Examinations
London College of Music Examinations London College of Music Examinations offers qualifications in music, drama and communication, through a worldwide network of exam centres. Exams cover a wide range of classical, jazz, pop/rock and traditional music subjects. They are available for candidates of all levels: from beginner Steps through 8 grades to professional diplomas in performance and teaching. LCM Exams are regulated by Ofqual, and higher grades are awarded UCAS tariff points. Visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmexams to find out more.
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Here are just four examples of what’s available: Musical Theatre Our fastest growing subject area: assessments at all levels combining the musical and dramatic skills required by the musical theatre performer. Ensemble A flexible syllabus, offering assessments to groups of all sizes and instrumental/ vocal combinations: from duets and trios to orchestras, bands and choirs.
London College of Music Examinations
Have you looked at the innovative range of qualifications offered by LCM Exams? Recital Grades A new alternative to standard graded exams, focusing entirely on performance of pieces if the candidate chooses. Performance Awards An opportunity to gain an assessment of your performance by DVD submission, rather than attendance at an exam centre. Visit uwl.ac.uk/lcmexams to find out more.
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