FULLY BOOKED: BIRD SONGS AND CALLS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, CockermouthThe vocalisations of birds are invaluable aids to help us in their identification but the process of learning them all may seem daunting and never-ending. Fortunately, most species have a
FULLY BOOKED: THE WORLD OF SAMUEL PEPYS AND JOHN EVELYN
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, CockermouthThe diaries of Samuel Pepys (1633-1703) and John Evelyn (1620-1706) provide a unique window onto the social life and turbulent history of 17th century England. We will spend some time
OVERTURES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, CockermouthTraditionally, concerts always began with an overture featuring colourful orchestration and memorable melodies. Starting with Mozart and Beethoven we will examine overtures by Rossini, Mendelssohn and Weber, Verdi and Wagner,
FULLY BOOKED: INTRODUCTION TO MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, CockermouthLearn ancient skills involved in the embellishment of a manuscript with rich colours and pure gold leaf. Working with both traditional and modern materials and techniques (all materials provided) you