Information for Members
Separate rehearsals are underway for a string ensemble and a woodwind/brass/percussion ensemble at the Nepean Creative Arts Centre.
Proof of vaccination and a valid photo ID must be provided to participate. In addition, the City of Ottawa's online self-assessment must be completed on the day of each rehearsal with results emailed to either President@kanatasymphony.ca (for strings) or VicePresident@kanatasymphony.ca (for woodwind/brass/percussion). Use "KSO" for program and 35 Stafford Rd. for location.
A concert is being planned for December 18 featuring the string ensemble as well as a brass group - more details to come.
information on the woodwind/brass/percussion rehearsals
The woodwind/brass/percussion group is currently scheduled for Nov. 12, Nov. 26 and Dec. 3 at the Nepean Creative Arts Centre, 35 Stafford Rd. from 7 to 9 pm. Chairs supplied, bring a stand. Original parts for Shostakovich's Festive Overture and Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition are provided; please download Holst's First Suite in Eb from IMSLP. One each of clarinet, euphonium, tuba and percussion are still needed - please let us know if interested!
information on the string ensemble rehearsals
MUSIC FOR THE REHEARSAL
Bach - Aria from Orchestral Suite #3 BWV 1068
Bach - Concerto for 2 Violins BWV 1043 *FIRST MOVEMENT ONLY*
Vivaldi - Concerto “Summer” for Violin *THIRD MOVEMENT ONLY*
Grieg - Holberg Suite *GAVOTTE AND RIGAUDON ONLY*
Mozart - Divertimento K 136 *FIRST MOVEMENT ONLY*
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Concert on Saturday, 18 December 2021 - Evening
Evening concert (tentatively 19:00-21:30 - one hour concert) with Ad hoc Brass
Dress Rehearsal on R15 - 15 December 2021
New video posted, see Mozart - Divertimento K 136 Presto (21 Nov 2021 - Nepean Creative Arts Centre/Rehearsal Studio)
COST
Cost is $40/month ($10/week) to cover some expenses (salaries and rental) - please send electronic payment to "Treasurer@kanatasymphony.ca"
Donations are welcome since the $40 cost doesn't cover all the costs.
REHEARSALS
Confirm your attendance (empty seats will be offered to back-up players) by email to "President@kanatasymphony.ca"
REHEARSAL #12 - 24 NOVEMBER 2021 - 35 Stafford Road, Bells Corners
19:00 - 21:00 Rehearsal Studio
REHEARSAL #13 - 1 DECEMBER 2021 - 35 Stafford Road, Bells Corners
19:00 - 21:00 Rehearsal Studio
REHEARSAL #14 - 8 DECEMBER 2021 - 35 Stafford Road, Bells Corners
19:00 - 21:00 Rehearsal Studio
REHEARSAL #15 - 15 DECEMBER 2021 - Our Lady of Fatima, 153 Woodroffe Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K2A 3T8
19:00 - 21:00 Dress Rehearsal
CONCERT - 18 DECEMBER 2021 - Our Lady of Fatima, 153 Woodroffe Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K2A 3T8
19:00-22:00 Concert