with Groovemama
(Donna Hébert, Jane Rothfield, George Wilson, Max Cohen & Stuart Kenney)

Open to school-aged players of stringed instruments - violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo, piano, plus flute and percussion players.  Arrangements are written in alto or bass clef for viola or cello. The 2011 Great Groove Band will meet and rehearse at the Festival late Friday afternoon, and at first thing in the morning on both Saturday and Sunday. Groovemama's coaches will prepare three pieces with the large group, with room for several smaller ensembles as well, culminating in a main-stage performance early Sunday afternoon. To register in advance and receive a music packet, . Those without email may write to Old Songs Festival, PO Box 466, Voorheesville, NY 12186-0466. Give us your name, address and instrument.

Practice Sessions

3 Sessions will be scheduled for rehearsals on the festival grounds:

Friday, June 24
3:00 pm to 5:00pm
Location: TBA

Saturday, June 25
morning session
9:00 - 11:00 am

Sunday, June 26
morning session
9:00 - 10:30 am

Performance

Sunday, June 26
Midday on the Main Stage.

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For complete information visit:
the official Great Groove Band website