We ask all applicants to state their ability level on their application form so we can ensure that you are of the necessary standard to participate. However we also want to stretch participants so there may well be occasions, especially over the first couple of days where the music will appear challenging. We encourage all
You will receive information by 31 December if you have been successful or not.
We are very strict about the cut-off date and time. Applicants who have previously applied a day late have not necessarily made the final selection. However any instruments that we still have spaces available for will stay open until we have sufficient instruments. Applications received after the closing date will be considered in date order.
Yes you can. You will be asked if you want to apply for either one or both ensembles when you complete the application form. Some instruments are only accepted in one ensemble, so in that case you only apply for that one, but otherwise you can apply to both or just one. If you apply
You do not need to have necessarily taken the exams but you need to be the ability level you indicate in your application form; if not you may not keep up and will struggle during the course. As a reminder you need to be a minimum of grade 5 standard on your instrument.
There are no auditions for either NSGSO or NSGCB. We base selection on the comprehensive application form which must be completed by all applicants.
The NSGSO & NSGCB works under the governance of Birmingham Scouts. All information regarding this can be found at the following link: https://www.birminghamscouts.org.uk/data-privacy-notice/
Please contact [email protected] or [email protected] with any queries
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