EARLY MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL 2022
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaFor competent singers, viol and recorder players, covering music c1450–c1650. Instruction in choral/solo singing, viol and recorder playing, lute, plus vocal technique and various consorts. Plenary music-making sessions, lectures and
CHAMBER MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaFor pre-formed trios, quartets and quintets. Groups work together in the mornings at self-selected repertoire. Afternoons free to explore the beautiful surroundings. Remaining sessions for mixed ensembles. Large library of
STARTERS’ MINI-ORCHESTRA FOR WOODWIND & STRINGS (C INSTRUMENTS)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaEasy-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
THREE HOLLYWOOD GIANTS: CAPRA, FORD AND HAWKS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaThree great directors, all born within three years of each other. Their names are synonymous with the Golden Years of Hollywood. They were all affected by the same world events.
SING WITH OTHERS: YES YOU CAN! (SUMMER)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaIf you have minimal experience in singing with others, or believe you can't sing. This is a discovery course, to find a voice and use it in the very first
PIANO WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaFor up to ten players* of Grade 7 and above. Prepare a 20-minute programme to be played and discussed; if possible, bring along spare copies of pieces for others. Suggestions
STRING ORCHESTRA WEEKEND
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaBaroque meets twentieth century: A chance for experienced string players to explore more of the wonderful string orchestra repertoire. We will play Corelli Concerti Grossi op.6 nos 1, 2, and
FILM STUDIES: DICKENS ON FILM (3 NIGHT)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaThe first Dickens film was made only thirty years after his death and adapting his popular classics has had an enduring appeal for film makers. We will look at a
INFORMAL (& FREE) JAZZ CONCERT: MARK BASSEY & FRIENDS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaEminent trombonist Mark and members of his course will perform from the Alston Curve in our grounds. Mark Bassey (East Sussex www.highamhall.com/mark-bassey) FREE but dress for weather!
INTERMEDIATE AND ELEMENTARY WOODWIND DIRECTED BY LAURENCE PERKINS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, CumbriaAll applications to be made initially through Laurence to ascertain ensemble line-up. www.laurenceperkins.com/wind-serenades There will be a free informal concert with participants on Sunday 11:15am Laurence Perkins (Manchester www.highamhall.com/laurence-perkins) with