“Follow your art” gallery invites you to the opening of the first of its summer exhibitions. “Reflections on Kythera” presents a wide range of work created by 12 members of the Allcomers String Orchestra.
The Allcomers Orchestra is a multinational ensemble with players from the UK, Germany and Norway. For the past 21 years it has organised a week of rehearsals in Kythera, in preparation for a public concert at the end of their stay. Rehearsals are held morning and evening throughout the week in the Zeidoros amphitheatre.
The final concert this year will be in Syndesmos in Chora, on Saturday 30th May, starting at 8:00 pm. For several pieces the Allcomers Orchestra will be joined by members of the Kythera Community String Ensemble, established by Allcomers Music in 2019.
Also not to be missed is a concert given by the tutors of the Allcomers Orchestra: Florence Cooke and Danai Loukidi (violins), Ruth Gibson (viola) and Adi Tal (cello). Commencing at 8:00pm on Wednesday, 27th May in the Potamos Cultural Centre, this event promises a stunning programme of chamber music presented by some of the finest musicians in Europe.
The Allcomers Orchestra initiative arose out of Chris Shurety’s involvement in the East London Late Starters Orchestra, which he set up in 1983. Recognising music-making as a fundamental human need, the aim was - and remains - to enable anyone to participate in music as an active musician, an aim achieved by providing structured teaching of string instruments and opportunities to play in an ensemble from the outset.
The Kythera Community String Ensemble has been established with precisely the same aims and, accordingly is open to all those living and working on Kythera. If you wish to become involved, contact Leah Dallas, the Ensemble’s organiser at leah.mad@hotmail.com.
