Derby & Derbyshire Schools' Orchestra: Course info
Important information about attending a Derby & Derbyshire Schools' Orchestra course
We're looking forward to seeing you at the next DDSO course! We've listed everything we think you need to know before coming, but if you have any questions, scroll down to the bottom to see how to get in touch with us.
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Important details
- Where and when
Sunday 15 - Tuesday 17 February 2026 at Whitemoor Lakes Centre, Barley Green Ln, Lichfield WS13 8QT
- How to get there and where to check in
Enter the site via the main car park (open Google Maps) and head for the reception to check in.
- When to arrive
Registration will open at 3.00pm, with the first rehearsal starting at 3.30pm – These times may change a little before the course.
- What to bring
Your instrument, a pencil for rehearsals, enough clothes for three days, something to sleep in, toiletries (including soap), towel, concert clothes and any personal items or medications that are needed.
- Concert clothes
White shirt/bliuse, black trousers/skirt and shoes (note: no bow ties are needed anymore)
- Concert
Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 7.30pm at Whitemoor Lakes Centre.
- Conert tickets
Tickets will be available closer to the event.
- Contacting us during the course
If you need to contact us during the course or in an emergency, you can call us on
07812 473069.
Answers to common questions
- Can parents stay and watch some of the course?
Unfortunately, we cannot host parents at the course other than during check in.
- Are there any refreshments outside of meals?
There will be basic refreshments available to buy. Water and hot drinks will be provided.
- Does anything need to be prepared in advance?
Unless you are sent repertoire in advance specifically, participants do not need to prepare anything before attending.
- Can over 18s drink alcohol / smoke?
Smoking and drinking is not allowed on the residential site at all.
- Can my child bring a friend?
Yes, but only if they apply for a place first and are accepted. We will not be accepting new players in the week before the course starting.
Payments
- How do I make an online payment?
Please do this using Derbyshire County Council's payment service. This link is in your confirmation email too.
- Can I pay on arrival for the course?
Unfortunately, we cannot accept cash or card payments when the course starts.
- I think something has gone wrong with my payment, what do I do?
Please contact us using our Derby & Derbyshire Schools' Orchestra enquiries form for participants (below).
Do you need to get in touch with us?
If you need to get in touch with us about something before the course, please contact us using our enquiries form for participants.
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