• studied at the Royal Northern College of Music
• bassoon tutor at the RNCM Manchester, York and Nottingham Universities and many summer schools
• principal bassoonist with Manchester Camerata 1974-2017,  including concerts worldwide and at the BBC Proms
• solo concert performances Wigmore Hall, Purcell Room in London, concertos
• performed with the English Chamber Orchestra
• member of ‘Cuillin Sound’ ensemble
• solo CDs include a disc of concertos (5 stars in the BBC Music Magazine)

Laurence brings true masterclass-level wind tuition to Higham.

 Note: All applications to be made initially through Laurence (see his website at the link above) to ascertain ensemble line-up.

FEEDBACK FOLLOWING LAURENCE'S COURSES: (scroll this box for more)General course comments: “A fantastic course in a perfect setting” “An excellent course, would highly recommend it” “Nice to have the social events too so that we could get to know each other better” “Thoroughly enjoyable, very well organised” “Plenty of opportunity to learn from professional experience” “A most enjoyable course musically and socially” “It is so nice to be with people with a genuine interest in music” “A lovely supportive group of people” An inspirational, challenging but thoroughly enjoyable course which brought out the best in me” “Perfect setting, perfect programme”Higham Hall as a course venue: “Warm, welcoming, perfect setting - a very special place” “Outstanding” ”Lovely location in which to make music. A haven of peace and tranquility with ever-changing views” “Spacious, clean, welcoming, relaxing, in beautiful surroundings and attended by friendly staff” “Beautiful situation” “Excellent location and ambience” “Higham Hall is a perfect venue with its many practice rooms, comfortable facilities and inspirational setting”Food: “Generous, delicious, and made for good company” “Superb” “Very tasty and varied” “Great (optional) vegetarian menu choices” “Loved the large variety of salads at lunchtime - difficult to resist the puddings!”