XY Strings

XY Strings, so-called because it used to be run by Guildford YMCA, is supported by Guildford United Reformed Church, and particularly by the church’s Music Society, which has a special interest in promoting music-making by young people. We are very grateful to the church for the use of its premises, in which we meet on Tuesday evenings in term-time from 5.45 – 7.15.

XY is essentially a teaching group for junior string players (of all ages!) from Grade 2 level onwards, with some very welcome help from a number of more experienced players.

We present a Carol Evening at Christmas, play in local music festivals, and give Summer Concerts. 

New members are always welcome - just contact Gillian on gillian.lloyd@hotmail.com.

Latest News:  Regular rehearsals have resumed at Guildford URC on Tuesdays and we are now preparing our program for the next round of festival performances, along with some more relaxed pieces and new repertoire.  

Christmas is almost upon us, which means that XY Strings' Christmas concert will be held on Tuesday, 10 December, at 6.30pm at Guildford United Reform Church.  A great program is being prepared as we speak, and will include pieces that draw inspiration from some well known Christmas tunes as well as carols to sing or clap along to.  The concert is free and will include a retiring collection for local charities Street Angels and Cherry Trees.  

A typical rehearsal session...

...includes time for chat and refreshments...