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July 2020
WIND SERENADES SUMMER SCHOOL 2020
Wind Chamber course for high-advanced amateur players (diploma-standard level 1 minimum) to work in-depth on substantial original repertoire with the highest level of tuition. All works studied will be performed complete in informal concerts on the last day. The course includes a mid-week tutors' concert. Tutors: TBC and Laurence Perkins (bassoon - www.highamhall.com/laurence-perkins) Residential: £676 Non-residential: £497 (deposit £300) We can pick up at 5pm from Penrith Rail Station (+£20) BY PRIOR ARRANGEMENT ON BOOKING. All applications to be made…
Find out more »A VERY SPECIAL WOODWIND RECITAL
20:15 - 21:30 Wed 8 Jul 2020 TBC Led by Laurence Perkins. An hour of memorable musical performances, held in our wonderful oak-floored Lecture Room. (One hour, no interval). ADMISSION £10 Proceeds to Stroke Association with Bar available beforehand and afterwards.
Find out more »AN INFORMAL (& FREE) WOODWIND CONCERT – IN TWO HALVES
11:00 - 15:30 Fri 10 Jul 2020 All are invited to share two 45 minute concerts at 11am and 2pm, spanning lunchtime given by diploma-standard players, completing a masterclass here at Higham with Laurence Perkins. A little audience will be appreciated! ADMISSION FREE, but please do let us know if you intend to come so we can put out enough chairs! You are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in our grounds in-between, with donations welcome for tea and…
Find out more »BLOW! INTERMEDIATE WOODWIND WEEKEND
18:30 Fri 10 Jul - 13:30 Sun 12 Jul 2020 Grades 3 to 5 FLUTE, OBOE, CLARINET and BASSOON. Small and larger group playing under patient, enjoyable professional instruction. A great way to develop your playing! Notify us of instrument when booking. Patricia and Catriona Melville-Mason (Perthshire www.highamhall.com/tricia-tronamelville-mason) Residential: £268 Non-residential: £199
Find out more »CIRCLE DANCE
18:30 Sun 12 Jul - 13:30 Thu 16 Jul 2020 *NEW* An extended retreat for Circle Dancers. Newcomers as well as experienced are welcome to join this inclusive form of community dancing where no partners are required. Music and dances drawn from worldwide cultures and countries and pace varies from lively to meditative. A tonic for body and mind! Anne-Lise Kryger (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/anne-lise-kryger) Residential: £431 Non-residential: £299
Find out more »August 2020
JAZZ PLAYERS’ SUMMER SCHOOL
18:30 Sun 2 Aug - 9:00 Sun 9 Aug 2020 A serious, yet relaxed week for jazz players who are able to play and read music to rehearsal band standard. Play from Swing to Bebop in small groups under the superb guidance of two of England's best Jazz musicians. All prospective players must contact David 07951 903230 daveblackmusic@hotmail.com before enrolling to ascertain level, instrument(s) and suitability. David Black (Course leader www.highamhall.com/david-black) with Alan Barnes and Martin Shaw Residential: £585 Non-residential:…
Find out more »JAZZ CONCERT
20:00 - 23:00 Sat 8 Aug 2020 Our lively and diverting intimate evening of mainstream jazz with David Black and players from our residential Jazz course joined by special guests saxophonist Alan Barnes and trumpeter Martin Shaw. Tickets £7 (Bar available)
Find out more »7th ANNUAL EARLY MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL
16:00 Sun 16 Aug - 9:00 Sat 22 Aug 2020 A very friendly course of music c1450-c1650 for competent singers and players of viol, recorder and lute. Small group repertoire sessions; plus optional activities (including dance, one and two to a part vocal groups, 'try an instrument', mixed string and wind consorts, vocal workshops, musical facsimile and more); and various sessions for all. A marvellously rich musical cocktail! Deborah Catterall (Head Tutor, Vocal) with: Elizabeth Dodd (Viol, Renaissance Dance), Philip…
Find out more »CHAMBER MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL
18:30 Mon 24 Aug - 13:30 Fri 28 Aug 2020 For pre-formed trios, quartets and quintets. Groups work together in the mornings on self-selected repertoire. Afternoons free to explore the beautiful surroundings. Remaining sessions for mixed ensembles. Large library of music to explore. Co-ordinator: Louise Latham (Gr. Manchester www.highamhall.com/louise-latham) Residential: £451 Non-residential: £319
Find out more »STARTERS’ MINI-ORCHESTRA FOR WOODWIND & STRINGS (C INSTRUMENTS)
18:30 Fri 28 Aug - 13:30 Sun 30 Aug 2020 Easy-level weekend for instruments in the key of C (i.e. flute, oboe, bassoon and bowed strings - sorry, no clarinets or saxophones). With relatively straightforward instrumental parts, in terms of key and note range, enjoy making music in our miniorchestra. Little or no experience of playing with others? Not had the instrument out for years? Lack confidence? This is for you! Primarily for Grades 1-4. String players should be capable…
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