Triggshire String Orchestra is based in Camelford with young people from North Cornwall: from Bude to Wadebridge and Bodmin. Every Wednesday a bunch of very enthusiastic string players aged 8 to 16 and some parents come together to have fun playing music and preparing for performances. Under the direction Kate Tidball the members experience all the benefits of the social and musical aspects of ensemble playing. It boosts confidence and gives a sense of purpose for the weekly instrumental lessons.

The rehearsals are from 5-6 on Wednesdays during term time. In the past, activities included a trip to Birmingham Symphony Hall as part of Music for Youth festival. Once a term we get together with other string ensembles from Cornwall as the SuperStrings group, rehearse together and play for friends and family. This is quite a spectacle with well over 50 young players!

Joining the Orchestra

New players are always welcome. The minimum level to join is from around grade 1 onwards for any bowed instrument. As it can be a scary idea to come to a new group of people, we offer taster sessions. Just come and give it a go, nobody needs to play all the “right” notes, we love them all. ??