Who can join a DASP ensemble?
Anyone under the age of 19 can join a DASP ensemble. You do not have to attend a DASP school.
When do the DASP ensembles run?
The DASP ensembles operate for approximately ten weeks every term. The dates of the sessions are published in advance of the start of each term.
Here is the timetable for the DASP ensembles from Sept 2021:
Tuesday
4pm - 5pm Guitar Ensemble (Years 5+) @ THS
Wednesday
Music Night @ THS
4pm - 4.50pm Stringalings (Training Strings) (Grade 0-2)
4pm - 4.50pm Woodpeckers (Training Windband) (Grade 0-2)
4pm - 4.50pm Beginner Brass (Grade 0-2)
4pm - 4.45pm Senior Brass Ensemble (Grade 3+)
4pm - 4.45pm Senior Flute Choir (Grade 3+)
4pm - 4.45pm Stringendos (Senior Strings) (Grade 3+)
5pm - 6.00pm DASP Youth Orchestra
6.15pm - 7pm Jazz Band (Grade 2+)
Friday
4pm - 5pm Nightingales Choir (Years 5-8) @ THS
Here is the timetable for the DASP ensembles from Sept 2021:
Tuesday
4pm - 5pm Guitar Ensemble (Years 5+) @ THS
Wednesday
Music Night @ THS
4pm - 4.50pm Stringalings (Training Strings) (Grade 0-2)
4pm - 4.50pm Woodpeckers (Training Windband) (Grade 0-2)
4pm - 4.50pm Beginner Brass (Grade 0-2)
4pm - 4.45pm Senior Brass Ensemble (Grade 3+)
4pm - 4.45pm Senior Flute Choir (Grade 3+)
4pm - 4.45pm Stringendos (Senior Strings) (Grade 3+)
5pm - 6.00pm DASP Youth Orchestra
6.15pm - 7pm Jazz Band (Grade 2+)
Friday
4pm - 5pm Nightingales Choir (Years 5-8) @ THS
| Ensembles T&Cs 2021-22 |
To find out more about our ensembles, click on the 'DASP Vocal Ensembles' and 'DASP Instrumental Ensembles' tabs under the 'Ensembles' drop-down menu above.
How much does it cost?
Fees are charged termly per student by DASP Music. There is one set price for each session that you attend irrespective of the length of each session.
The fees for 2021-22 are as follows:
£35 per term
Students from THS who attend senior Flute choir, Senior Brass Ensemble or Guitar Ensemble may attend these sessions free of charge as THS subsidise these groups.
If a student joins at a half term point, they will be charged a proportion of the fees.
Students in receipt of 'Pupil Premium Funding' (means tested Free school meals) may attend any number or our ensembles free of charge. Please tick the relevant box on the application form.
Our aim is that all children can access our ensembles, without being inhibited by financial constrictions. If your son/daughter does not receive pupil premium funding, but you will struggle to pay the full amount to join an ensemble, then DASP Music does have funding options which we can consider. Please contact us directly if this is the case to confidentially explain your situation. Each application will be considered independently.
The fees for 2021-22 are as follows:
£35 per term
Students from THS who attend senior Flute choir, Senior Brass Ensemble or Guitar Ensemble may attend these sessions free of charge as THS subsidise these groups.
If a student joins at a half term point, they will be charged a proportion of the fees.
Students in receipt of 'Pupil Premium Funding' (means tested Free school meals) may attend any number or our ensembles free of charge. Please tick the relevant box on the application form.
Our aim is that all children can access our ensembles, without being inhibited by financial constrictions. If your son/daughter does not receive pupil premium funding, but you will struggle to pay the full amount to join an ensemble, then DASP Music does have funding options which we can consider. Please contact us directly if this is the case to confidentially explain your situation. Each application will be considered independently.
Will I get to perform?
Yes! DASP Music organises two big concerts per year for the DASP ensembles to perform in. One at Christmas and one in the summer. You will also have other opportunities to perform at smaller events and festivals throughout the year.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'apply for ensembles' tab above. You will then be able to complete our online application form. You will be contacted within two weeks (except for during school holiday periods) to confirm that your application has been received.
Transport options from the middle schools
St Osmunds to Thomas Hardye School:
There is a public bus service (X11 South West Coaches) which leaves St Osmunds at 3.35pm and arrive at THS as 3.50pm every weekday. It costs about £1.70 for single child journey.
St Mary's Middle to Thomas Hardye School:
There are currently no transport options available from St Mary's to THS, however, if you would like us to put you in touch with other parents to discuss lift shares, please let us know.
There is a public bus service (X11 South West Coaches) which leaves St Osmunds at 3.35pm and arrive at THS as 3.50pm every weekday. It costs about £1.70 for single child journey.
St Mary's Middle to Thomas Hardye School:
There are currently no transport options available from St Mary's to THS, however, if you would like us to put you in touch with other parents to discuss lift shares, please let us know.
