Derby & Derbyshire Schools' Orchestra: Essential info
Important information about attending a Derby & Derbyshire Schools' Orchestra (DDSO) 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.
Important details
- Where and when
Sunday 14 - Tuesday 16 February 2027 at Whitemoor Lakes Centre, nr. Lichfield WS13 8QT – Open in Google Maps
- Arrival time
Please aim to arrive from 3.30pm, ready to start rehearsals at 4.00pm.
- How to get there and where to check in
Drive into the main car park and drop off in reception for check in. Look out for a table for Derby & Derbyshire Music Partnership.
- What to bring
Your instrument, a pencil for rehearsals, enough clothes to last the course, pyjamas, toiletries, towel, concert clothes and any personal items or medications that are needed.
- Concert clothes
White shirt/blouse, black trousers/skirt and shoes (note: no bow ties are needed anymore)
- Concert
Tuesday 16 February, 7.30pm at Whitemoor Lakes Centre. More details will be made available closer to the date including how to buy tickets and where to park.
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 may 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 up to a month before a 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 (below).
Getting in touch
Our preferred method for families to get in touch with us is to reply to one of our emails about attending a course, you can start a new one by emailing music.partnership@derbyshire.gov.uk directly.
- If you need to contact us during the course or in an emergency, you can call us on
07812 473069, however, this number is not usually available outside of course/event time.