Centre for Music

The Big Hello – UWE Bristol Orchestra

Key Information:

Date and time
Tue 21 January 2025
19:00 - 21:00
Location
Centre for Music, Big Room, Frenchay Campus, Further info
Contact
Centre for Music cfm@uwe.ac.uk +44 (0)117 32 82067
Cost
Free for CfM students and staff members
Attendance
Booking not required

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Description

We welcome players of all orchestral instruments at Grade 6 or equivalent, including UWE Bristol staff and students, alumni and community members aged 16+, with a strong commitment to the rehearsal and concert diary.

Find out more about the UWE Bristol Orchestra

Registration

This event is free for Centre for Music student and staff members. Members of the public and alumni are welcome to come along to try any of our Big Hello events.

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  • Cost: Free for CfM students and staff members
  • Attendance: Booking not required

Location

Centre for Music, Big Room
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
UK

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Accessibility

  • Disabled parking: Yes
  • Step-free access: Yes
  • Automatic doors: Yes
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Induction loop: No
  • Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
  • Quiet spaces available: Yes 

 

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