A WEEKEND WITH THE HARP

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

All ability levels except absolute beginners. Emphasis will be on having fun, but attention will be paid to technique, tone, accuracy and musicality. Written music supplied and specially written parts will cater for all levels. All styles - something for everyone! Guest Tutors: Eira Lynn Jones (Welsh harpist) and Luke Webb (Irish harpist) Organised by 

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BEADS, BOXES AND BUTTONS (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Discover many of the creative applications of Polymer Clay on this hands-on workshop for all abilities. Enjoy the freedom to develop your own design ideas, creating unique and distinctive objects through the use of this versatile coloured medium. What you create could go on to adorn special clothes, cards, book bindings and even artwork - 

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CEILIDH BAND FOLK ENSEMBLE FOR ALL

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

For musicians of any standard with a concert pitch instrument such as violin (fiddle), viola, cello, mandolin, mandola, banjo, ukulele, guitar, flute whistle, piano accordion, melodeon, concertina etc. Parts for transposing instruments in Bb, Eb and bass clef will be available. Play a wide range of traditional and contemporary folk music from the British Isles, 

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CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame, or your own project. Angie Burt (Lancashire highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £365 Non-residential: £255 First of two successive courses with Angie.

CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame, or your own project. Angie Burt (Lancashire highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 Second of two successive courses with Angie.

RECORDER ENSEMBLES: GRADES IV-VI

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

For intermediate players (roughly Grades 4-6). An opportunity to play together over a pleasant weekend with others, with expert guidance as appropriate. Annemarie Klein (Edinburgh highamhall.com/annemarie-klein) Residential: £275 Non-residential: £195

MAKING SENSE OF HUMAN ENERGIES PART 2: LIVING YOUR GOOD LIFE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Humans are complex creative capable beings. In this workshop we will explore how the human energy system (and Chakra system), offers insight and access to creative energy and good health. We will look at how energy operates, how it becomes strengthened or depleted as we explore the concepts of energy protection. Through a process of 

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EXPLORING GARDENS FROM THE ARMCHAIR

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

A series of encapsulating talks exploring the art and meaning of gardens, gardening and flowers. (These talks may appeal to those that are fascinated by gardening but not in the mood for hard, physical graft!). Danny Wells (Derbyshire highamhall.com/danny-wells) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190

ADVANCED LINO-CUT PRINT MAKING

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

This course will be of interest to experienced lino cut students wanting to make a multi-colour print using two or three separate lino blocks. A slightly technical course for more advanced students. We will be making a simple jig that you can also use at home, to improve your printmaking skills. You will still have 

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JEWELLERY MAKING: TORCH-FIRED ENAMEL BEADS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Every bead is unique! Experiment with different effects and colours for exciting necklace and earrings, or an unusual pendant. Thread your beads professionally, using a variety of findings. Inspirational and fun for both existing beaders and newbies. Sharon Ford (Cambridge highamhall.com/sharon-ford) Residential: £485 Non-residential: £350 (incl.first bottle of MAPgas. Materials c£50 depending on project.)