RECORDER: BEGINNERS GRADES I-III

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

Do not be scared to make mistakes, have fun and make music! A chance for those developing a liking for recorder playing to progress their musicality in a gentle way with like-minded people under professional guidance. Annemarie Klein (Edinburgh highamhall.com/annemarie-klein) Residential: £275 Non-residential: £195

FULLY BOOKED: RUSKIN LACE

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

A Lake District speciality since 1884, using Needlepoint Lace techniques for drawn thread and cut linen work with geometric designs. Suitable for both beginner and experienced. If required, a starter pack (£15) is purchasable from Karen. Karen Quickfall (Lancashire highamhall.com/karen-quickfall) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190

ESSENTIAL ART SKILLS: ACRYLIC FOR BEGINNERS

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

A starter or refresher to get to grips with the basics in painting with acrylics. Projects will be set to explore the subject and develop your skills. Ceri Allen (Carlisle highamhall.com/ceri-allen) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190

PIANO WORKSHOP

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

For up to ten players* of Grade 7 and above. Prepare a 20-minute programme to be played and discussed; if possible, bring along spare copies of pieces for others. Suggestions for improvement, style, technique and presentation will be offered. Non-competitive with a joint recital on the last morning. *Non-performing Listeners also welcome. John Gough (Chester 

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THE INTENSITY OF STILL LIFE: LIGHT, COLOUR AND COMPOSITION

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

The practice of still life has been foundational for great painters from Vermeer to Hockney: this course will show you why! Develop your creative sensitivities in observational and expressive drawing and painting, colour composition and mark making to bring illuminated objects and materials to life. Suitable for intermediate level and for more experienced painters alike. 

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FULLY BOOKED: CAPTURE SCOTTISH SCAPES: EXPLORE EXPRESSIVE MIXED MEDIA

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

Work with (don’t fight against) the fast-drying nature of acrylics and use mixed-media to create vibrant, atmospheric paintings (from excellent reference images provided by your Tutor), layer by layer. For all levels to loosen up with a willingness to get paint on hands, possibly clothes! Marion Boddy-Evans (Aberdeenshire highamhall.com/marion-boddy-evans) Residential: £520 Non-residential: £350

CREATIVE STITCHING – FOR THE TERRIFIED!

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

A fun way to get serious with stitching little creative projects using a stash of bits and pieces. Basic materials provided, but feel free to bring some of your own if you wish. Ann will guide you with professional tips to see what you can end up with. Relaxed and absorbing, a course to inspire 

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EASTER CREATIONS (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

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

Arrangements will include an Easter wreath, a decorated tree, a Spring bowl, a candlelit Easter pot and a caged Easter egg. Just bring scissors and/or secateurs – all materials provided. Come and enjoy creating at Higham in the Spring! Karen Neville (N Yorks highamhall.com/karen-neville) Residential: £302 Non-residential: £222 (incl. materials)

WATERLOO ASSOCIATION WEEKEND

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

The French Revolution and the worldwide conflict that ensued, which was only brought to an end by The Battle of Waterloo, retains a continuing fascination to this day. It was arguably the first modern global war, involving huge armies, and fought on land and sea. During this weekend we will cover a range of subjects 

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HIGHAM HALL CHOIR – EXPERIENCED

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

A Taste of Ancient and Modern: a hop through the centuries! Explore pieces from as early as the 7th century (by the Byzantine nun Kasia), moving through the 12th century (Hildegard von Bingen) and following on to the 15th century (Pycard and Dufay). Tallis’ Mass for Four Voices will feature and then we will jump 

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