JAZZ PLAYERS’ SUMMER SCHOOL
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA 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
JAZZ CONCERT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomOur lively and diverting intimate evening of mainstream jazz with David Black and players from our residential Jazz course joined by very Special Guests saxophonist Alan Barnes and trumpeter Martin
FULLY BOOKED: CIRCLE DANCE RETREAT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn extended Circle Dance retreat. 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
FULLY BOOKED: SEMI-ABSTRACT MIXED MEDIA EXPRESSIVE LANDSCAPES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomExplore contemporary mixed media techniques using watercolour, gouache, acrylic inks and soft pastel. We may venture outdoors (weather permitting) painting and drawing in a dramatic Lakeland landscape setting but this
FULLY BOOKED: BOTANICAL COLOURED PENCIL: SUMMER SESSION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIdeal for those keen to spend a longer stay, maybe getting on with existing projects in our usual relaxed atmosphere, rotating individual attention so you may work at your own
SINGING & CIRCLE DANCE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA real cultural experience as we explore songs and dances from other countries and cultures, giving you a chance to dip into singing, or dancing, if you are not sure
ESSENTIAL DRAWING SKILLS: DRAWING WITH COLOUR
Get to grips with using colour in your Drawings. With inspiration from great artists, we will explore, pastel, ink, coloured pencil and other coloured media. This course is aimed at
FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: BEGINNERS
An introduction to the basics of hand bookbinding using techniques, hardly changed in centuries. See how paper is prepared, then hand sewn into a single-section pamphlet and a multi-section book.
EARLY MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL 2023
For 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
A SUMMER BREAK WITH THE HARP (2 NIGHT)
All ability levels except absolute beginner. Emphasis will be on having fun, but attention will be paid to technique, tone, accuracy and musicality. Written music supplied and specially written parts