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New Partnership with In Harmony Liverpool

We are delighted to announce a new partnership between the British Double Reed Society and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s flagship learning and engagement programme, In Harmony Liverpool.

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BDRS appoints Events Producer

The BDRS is delighted to have appointed Krista Gallagher as our new Events Producer, and we’re hugely looking forward to working with her!

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Submit News

We welcome news from the double reed community! If you have any updates, events, achievements, or announcements you'd like to share with the British Double Reed Society, we encourage you to submit them for publication in Double Reed News or for our website and social media channels. Please send your news to website@bdrs.org.uk, and help us keep our members informed and connected!

News Guidelines

    • Events and Concerts: Announcements of upcoming performances, recitals, and concerts featuring oboe and bassoon players. This includes solo performances, chamber music, and orchestral events.

    • Workshops and Masterclasses: Details of educational events aimed at double reed players, including workshops, masterclasses, and clinics.

    • Competitions and Auditions: Information about competitions, auditions for professional or amateur ensembles, and opportunities for double reed players to showcase their talents.

    • Member Achievements: We welcome news about awards, appointments, recordings, or other notable accomplishments.

    • New Publications and Resources: Announce new music publications, educational materials, or resources that would be of interest to double reed musicians.

    • Oboe and Bassoon News: Industry updates, innovations in double reed instruments, or any general news relevant to the oboe and bassoon community.

    • Relevance: Content should be directly related to oboe and bassoon players or of significant interest to the double reed community in the UK.

    • Clarity: Please ensure your submission is clear, concise, and includes all relevant details (dates, locations, links, etc.).

    • Images: If you’d like to include images with your news item, make sure they are high-quality and have proper permission for use.

    • Appropriate Tone: Submissions should be professional and respectful. We reserve the right to edit for clarity and appropriateness.

    • Lead Time: To ensure your news is published in a timely manner, please submit your item at least 14 days before the event or desired publication date.

  • To share your news, email us with all relevant details. We will review your submission and confirm when it will be published on the website and/or social media.