Sunday, February 9, 2025
12:45 – 3:45 pm
One Conservatory Drive, Hingham

Register by January 5, 2025, for priority participation!

Have you ever wanted to experience playing in a small ensemble like a piano trio, string quartet, or woodwind quintet? Whether you are an old hand at chamber music or just looking to get started, this “Play-In” is for you.

The South Shore is home to many enthusiastic and talented amateur musicians. While numerous organizations in the area provide amateur musicians with a chance to play in a large ensemble such as a band or orchestra, opportunities to play in a small ensemble are more difficult to come by. To fill this void, several area musicians are teaming with the South Shore Conservatory (SSC) to create regular opportunities for playing in small groups by building a community of amateur players who are eager to delve into the chamber music repertoire.

SSC will host a series of Play-In events, where amateur musicians can meet each other and make music. This Play-In event is open to musicians who play a string or woodwind instrument (including French horn), or piano. Based on each participant's indication of chamber music experience, musicians will be organized into groups with selected repertoire, with each participant having a single part within the group. Individual parts for each musician group will be sent out a couple of weeks prior to the event. We have found that many participants appreciate this format, as they can read through the music for their individual part before playing with fellow musicians.

This Play-In event is open to amateur musicians who play a string or woodwind instrument (including French horn), or piano. To the extent possible, participants will be organized into groups and repertoire for each group will be sent out prior to the event.

Questions? Please contact Todd Swavey.

Cost: $20 (upon confirmation of your registration*)

* Please be aware that, due to space constraints, we are limited to approximately 40 musicians for this event. While registration will be first come, first served to the extent possible, some consideration may be given to instrumental balance. Once your registration form is received, you will be sent a link to complete your payment online.