# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Following on from the huge success of 2024’s inaugural event, the Festival’s Come and Play day is an opportunity for aspiring amateur musicians of all ages to experience the joys and challenges of Elgar’s symphonic writing in an enjoyable and relaxed environment.

A number of English Symphony Orchestra musicians will be on hand to give valuable support and encouragement during the day of rehearsals. Directed by the ESO’s associate conductor Joe Davies, the day culminates in a showcase concert for family and friends at 4pm.

Previous experience of these works is not essential, and there’s no need to audition, but we recommend that applicants are Grade 7+ or equivalent standard. Please tell us a little bit about your orchestral experience as well on the application form so we can assign you to the most appropriate seats in your section. All applications will be processed on a first come first served basis.

HOW TO APPLY
Please complete the application form here: forms.gle/prE1BCFaEfZKtkaj8 

You’ll receive payment details along with confirmation that your application has been successful. Your place is only guaranteed once payment has been made
£25 (adults) including tea/coffee/cakes throughout the day

Under 18’s are free but places still need to be booked and participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (also free, unless performing).
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/worcester/elgar-festival-2026-come-and-play-elgar’s-‘in-the-south’-and-‘froissart’/200029652559352
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, concerts, performances, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 8

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Worcester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Malvern College
- **lat**: 52.104828446946
- **long**: -2.3212922031199
- **full address**: Malvern College, Malvern College, College Road,Malvern, Worcestershire, Worcester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’ being held?
  - **A:** Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’ takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am at Malvern College, Malvern College, College Road,Malvern, Worcestershire, Worcester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’?
  - **A:** Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’ is organized by English Symphony Orchestra.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’ is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Worcester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Elgar Festival 2026: COME & PLAY Elgar’s ‘In The South’ and ‘Froissart’ sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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