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The Scottish branch of the Society was formed following two inaugural meetings, held in May
1997 in Edinburgh and Glasgow. A steering committee was appointed and first met in August
1997. The first full meeting took place on 4 October 1997 at Newbattle Abbey near Edinburgh,
followed by a second meeting at 23 November 1997 at Jurys Glasgow Hotel. The branch is now
firmly established with 84 members and is still attracting new members regularly. Most meetings
comprise a talk by a guest speaker concluding with live music. It is a very friendly branch
and we welcome guests to all our meetings.
Programme for 2009
Meeting time and venue :All meetings will be held at St. Mark’s Unitarian
Church and is just behind the Usher Hall in Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, very near to the multi-story car park, so
parking is no problem. The meetings normally run from 2pm to 5pn on Saturday or Sunday
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Saturday 17 January
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by Iain Farrington
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A performance of Iain Farrington's transcription of the First Symphony. The meeting will start with the Branch AGM
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Saturday 7 March
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“The Life and Work of Hans Richter”
by Christopher Fifield
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"... followed by live music.
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Saturday 9 May
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“Elgar at Birchwood Lodge”
by Mike Vockins
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Mike Vockins in the present owner of Birchwood Lodge. The afternoon will end with live music from Alastair Savage and
friends from the BBC SSO.
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Saturday 7 June
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“Orchestral transcriptions”
by David Owen Norris
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On playing orchestral trranscriptions, with reference to Falstaff and the six Pomp and Circumstance Marches.
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Saturday 27 September
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“A medical enigma”
by John Harcup
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Medical clues and evidence surrounding Elgar's various infirmities. The meeting will end with live music from
branch members.
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Sunday 15 November
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“Elgar and Strauss”
by Michael Kennedy
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Musical and other connections between Elgar and Strauss. The meeting will end with live
music from branch members.
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All visitors welcome to attend any of the above events. For details of membership, venue, or general queries
about the branch, or even to just have a chat about Elgar or the Society, please contact the
Branch Chairman at the above address or number.
For further information, contact :
The chairman or secretary at the address and telephone number given above.
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