Anna Downes Email & Phone Number

Freelance violinist, fixer, celebrant, teacher, fundraiser at www.annadownes.com

Uk Wide

Anna has been invited to perform with the following orchestras and ensembles:Royal Philharmonic OrchestraCity of Birmingham Symphony OrchestraCity of London Sinfonia Armonico ConsortBrandenburg SinfoniaThe Welsh SinfoniaEnglish Symphony Orchestra : Leader - June 2012 English String Orchestra English Concert OrchestraOrchestra da Camera National Symphony Orchestra National Concert Orchestra of Great Britain : Co-Leader - August 2011Elgar SinfoniaMidlands Festival Orchestra Beauchamp Sinfonietta : Leader - June 2011Kennilworth Festival Orchestra : Co-Leader - June 2010FONO Philharmonic Orchestra Elgar Camerata : Leader - 2010Vivaldi Camerata : Leader 2009-10National Musicians Symphony Orchestra English Mozart PlayersQueen's Park SinfoniaHeart of England Orchestra : Leader - June 2008Central England Ensemble : Leader 2001-12

Central England Ensemble

Established for almost a decade, Central England Ensemble has become one the region's finest non-professional orchestras. Founded in 2001 by Anna Downes, shortly after she graduated with a music degree from Exeter University, the orchestra has given over 60 concerts in leading venues in the Midlands, further afield in the UK and abroad. CEE has distinct objectives which makes it stand apart from other similar orchestras. Firstly, to support the work of contemporary composers living in Birmingham and its surrounding areas. By doing so, it hopes to raise the profile of composers in the region and showcase their music throughout the wider community. Secondly, to give music graduates, music students and other talented performers the opportunity to study new and exciting repertoire to a very high standard.