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Manchester's famous 'Curry Mile' a bus ride from the college, been there many times as my eldest son lives in Manchester, not too far away.

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That's the place!

I'm still hoping to go

Would be great to see you there Appassionata

Less than a month to get the forms in now, forum!

Form currently waiting in the hallway - I will post in when I go out in a mo!

Bring on the poppadoms! But hold the lime pickle

Taking that as a 'yes'

Not that keen on curry but might manage a vegetable biryani.

OK.

We don't have to go for curry if there are people who don't really go for it, I'm sure we can find an alternative

Not a problem for me, honestly, I will be perfectly happy with something mild and anyway most places can rustle up some fish and chips!

As post-playing curry seems to have struck a chord for the Manchester outing, how many people who are going to the London playday would be up for a group meal? Or do you all feel that just going home, kicking shoes off and relaxing on respective sofas with beer and takeaway is a better idea?

Would love to, but I can't commit at the moment, as it's possible I'll have to head straight back afterwards. Will let people know.



OK, thanks Clarimoo!

This might require a rethink of travel arrangements.....

I suspect that I will need to get back so won't be able to join you for dinner, unfortunately!

*gulp*



I'm sure there'll be bags of time to socialise during the day. They usually allow a good hour for lunch break

I wander into this thread expecting to see some discussion on the Playday, and what do I find? A bunch of morons talking about curry I couldn't see the relation until I read back over the posts a little

Would you like to socialise afterwards Stéphie?

Perhaps - I'll have to ask Shan if she'd want to, though, because she'll be going too We're both very excited, as this'll be our first music event since April!

OK, fair enough Stéphie

I might be up for a group meal. I'll have a parent with me, but they both like eating so that is ok!
Last time we went to a concert in the evening, but that is a bit late when then travelling back on the train now I have to be back and competent on Sunday mornings! A meal would be good though, depending on who else is available!

It's confirmed - I'm going Received email confirmation. Next decision is which instruments to take!

Ooh, good! Will we see you on the 7am train?

No - my train leaves at 7.30am

that's good news! - see you there!

Just had an email from Shea Lolin, saying that the numbers going to the Manchester event are still quite low at the moment. If you are free on 30th January, it'll be an event well worth visiting. Applications are open 'til the 8th January.

Perhaps he needs to advertise it around the local Music Services. A stress that it's all woodwind instruments might help. I suppose holding it on a day when the Juniors are not tied in to the conservatoire might have got some more takers.

Hopefully a few more last minute forms will come in before the closing date : apparently the London version gets several last-minute forms.

The application form can be found by clicking here

Only about a week to go before applications close (closing date : January 8th) Come and play lots of great music, and meet lots of forum people

Hi Barry

Could I join in you for meal on that day? (London one 23 Jan)
Just 2 weeks away, so looking forward to see you all.

By the way, I have not received any music yet. Is it normal? They are waiting for all applicants until closing day then decide which music they go...?

I may have to leave immediately afterwards, but if I don't have to, then I'll certainly join forum people for drinks at least.



The first time you'll see the music will be on the day. Shea usually sends an information email out a week or so before the event, with extra details.

After floating the idea of a group meal afterwards, I have to make a getaway instead Don't let this stop anyone organising something, or just a spontaneous takeover of a nearby eating establishment.

Should still be time for a swift beverage though

Yes, we shall see on that day. Quick drink is always easy and nice.

Thank you Barry, basically..... Sight-seeing practice then!

Indeed : it's really fun sight reading, though

Once I know what I'm doing afterwards, I'll let you know

Let's say "no obligation".
I am little bit nervous but so excited at the same time. I wonder how many double reeds are...?

I very much doubt you'll be the only one oboe d'amore

I believe & hope - Some are coming from Shean's wood wind group....
We shall see it on that day! we shall all meet at the venue and eat lunch together then.

Oh yes, definitely! We'll need a big table!

Application deadline day has passed...looks like lots of forumites coming to both events!

Hoping to be able to stay afterwards for a little while after London at least , and also after Manchester.

That's nice.
I noticed many names in Forum and FB - really looking forward to see all.
I hope it will not be heavy snow next weekend. (it should be ok)

I have not heard any from them. (they said they will e-mail before event) but I think it is ok to bring Cor as well..?

Long range weather forecast is OK at the moment



I'd bring it along. If you're at all worried, I can always email and ask

I now know I'm going to be able to stay after the London event 'til at least 7pm, so if anyone wants a drink/bite to eat afterwards, I'll find a decent watering hole.

Fantastic! There are many bars and pubs around Oxford circus, so easily find a place.
Thank you for advice, I will bring both in double case though.

See you next week.

Yes, we will. If people have preferences, let me know (this thread/PM/email/text)



Will do oboe d'amore!

That sounds good. Me + accompanying parent (as yet, undecided which one it will be!) will stay for something to eat/drink! As long as it has a veggie option, we are happy with most places/types of food!

Cool I'll let you know pcf

Am happy to book a Cafe Rouge or similar for after the London event (there's one in James Street, about 5 min from the venue).

If interested, leave a message here, in my email inbox, in my PM box or in my mobile!

Yes, please count me for post-work shop event

Hmm...slightly confused as I've been emailed asking me to play flute at the weekend!!!!!

I'm bringing my clarinet anyway, just in case, though I guess it's good flute sightreading practice

If you put flute as an option on your form, there's a good chance Shea will ask you to play it, as these events tend to be clarinet-heavy. If you didn't, drop Shea an email, and he should be able to put an extra clari pad together. Failing that, we can always share a stand if you'd rather play clari.

2 please!



I need to locate my flute stand, I have a weird feeling it might be in my sock drawer! I know where the rest of the things on my "list of things to take" are, just not the flute stand immediately!

Thanks pcf!