County Music Ensembles

County Music Ensembles rehearse weekly, during term time, at NMPAT, Kettering Road, Northampton.

This PDF contains information about regular rehearsal days and times, where each ensemble rehearses, and the conductors and coaches who lead them.

County Ensemble rehearsal details 2026-2027

Thursday 3rd September – new members’ orientation evening, arrive anytime between 4pm and 6pm.

Autumn Term Dates:

  • Friday 4th September – Saturday 24th October
  • Monday 2nd November – Monday 13th December

Spring Term dates:

  • Monday 4th January – Saturday 13th February
  • Monday 22nd February – Thursday 24th March

Summer Term dates:

  • Monday 12th April – Saturday 29th May
  • Monday 7th June – Saturday 3rd July

Brass Bands

Jazz Bands

Wind Bands

Choirs

Symphony Orchestras

String Orchestras

Chamber Ensembles

Other Ensembles

NMPAT Drama

In addition to County Music Groups, NMPAT also run a Young Actors Company and non-auditioned Youth Theatre for those interested in acting, musical theatre, technical stagecraft and playwriting.

Financial Support

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