MUSIC
JAZZ CONCERT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA lively and engaging evening of mainstream jazz with David Black and players from our residential jazz course joined by very special guests saxophonist Alan Barnes and trumpeter Mark Armstrong.
THE LANGUAGE OF RENAISSANCE AND BAROQUE MUSIC FOR RECORDER PLAYERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis is a practical course examining the relationship between language and music in the renaissance and baroque. There will be a focus on approaching scores from a historical /contextual point
EARLY MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL 2024
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor 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
FULLY BOOKED: CIRCLE DANCE RETREAT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn extended circle dancing retreat where we will explore music and dances from cultures and communities around the world and the pace will vary from lively to meditative. Circle dancing
STARTERS’ MINI-ORCHESTRA FOR WOODWIND & STRINGS (C INSTRUMENTS)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomNot played with others much? Instrument been languishing in its case? Lacking confidence? This easy beginnerslevel weekend is for you! Primarily designed for musicians between Grades 1-4. For instruments in
CHAMBER MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor 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
SING WITH OTHERS: YES YOU CAN!
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIf you have little experience of singing with others, believe you can’t sing or just feel a bit rusty, then this course will be a journey of discovery to find
NOW’S THE TIME FOR BRUCKNER
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomGetting to know Bruckner’s music is a challenge many have shied away from. But as we celebrate 200 years since the Austrian composer’s birth this very week, there can be
DVOŘÁK AND JANÁČEK: 2 CZECH MASTERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAntonín Dvořák (1841-1904) and Leoš Janáček (1854- 1928) are 2 of the greatest composers to emerge from the Czech lands; from Bohemia and Moravia respectively. We will explore their contribution
FULLY BOOKED: PIANO WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor up to ten players* at Grade 7 and above. In advance of this intensive, non-competitive workshop, you will prepare a 20-minute programme to be played and discussed; if possible,