Portsmouth 2021

International Rudimental Drummers’ Symposium

The Society of International Rudimental Drummers (SIRD) is organising the 3rd global symposium for rudimental drummers, which this year will be in Portsmouth, United Kingdom between Friday the 18th & Sunday the 20th June 2021. 

Objectives

  • International exchange of drummers from across the world, with an emphasis on “rudimental drumming” with rope-tensioned and traditional marching drums
  • Better understanding of the different forms of notations, their interpretation and country-specific techniques
  • Discussions for the development and innovation of drumming
  • Youth development forum to discuss possible strategies moving forward
  • Presentation of education concepts from different countries
  • Plan future SIRD events
  • Establishment of an international network

Costs

To motivate as many people as possible to attend the event, the entry fee has been fixed at the lowest possible price of £200 (USD 240 or EUR 220) The fee buys you two nights in the hotel, all meals and refreshments during the symposium as well as various other expenses. The drinks which you consume during meals are billed separately.

A rough break-down of costs are as follow:

  • £100​​ Accommodation (2 x nights B&B)
  • £70​ ​All food (Friday pm – Sunday am)
  • £5​​ Registration / Administration
  • £25​​ Gifts / Merchandise 
  • £200​​ TOTAL

Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a dynamic and vibrant waterfront city with a proud naval and maritime heritage. Offering magnificent world-class visitor attractions, museums and galleries, unique shopping destinations, great places to eat and miles of beautiful waterfront, Portsmouth has something for absolutely everyone. Ideally situated on the south coast of England, the UK’s only island city is ideal for a short break by the sea. For further information about the City of Portsmouth go to: visitportsmouth.co.uk