Music
From rock 'n' roll to opera, discover some amazing music and the often complex relationship between music, society and ideas. Whether you want to delve into music appreciation and learn from the masters, or make music for yourself, you will find a beautiful music class that is just right for you.
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Songwriting Workshop (Intermediate)
<p>This course offers practical tips to write songs and push further into the songwriting craft. We will review basic music theory including chords and keys in order to provide new ideas for
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Music and Art for Eastertide: its context from the Renaissance to Romanticism
<p>Eastertide, one of the major festivals of the year, always gives rise to superb music & art, both sacred & secular throughout Europe. Come & enjoy this varied selection of great
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Demystifying 20th Century Classical Music
<p>Twentieth-century classical music often sounds unfamiliar, yet it reflects a period of extraordinary creativity and social change. This course offers an accessible introduction to the music, ideas
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The Beat Goes On - Continuing Ukulele
<p>We will build on the basic chords you will already know and progressively add more to enable you to play a wider range of songs. Styles will include: Blues, Blue Grass, Ragtime and Ska as well as
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Unfinished and Incomplete Musical Masterpieces
<p>Savour some of the delights of the most beautiful and interesting unfinished and incomplete musical masterpieces from the Renaissance to Fauré. Learn the reasons why these works were left or have
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A Beginner's Guide to the Concerto
<p>The concerto is one of classical music’s most engaging forms - a conversation between soloist and orchestra. This course introduces what defines a concerto, how it developed and what to listen for.
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60s & 70s Pop Culture Quiz Night: Music and Movies
<p>Test your knowledge of the music, films and cultural moments that defined the 1960s and 1970s. This lively quiz night celebrates popular culture through friendly competition, shared memories and
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Buddy Guy at 90: Last of the Blues Legends
<p>Buddy Guy stands as one of the last living giants of the blues, with a career that helped shape modern rock, soul and popular music. This course explores his life, music and influence, placing his
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A Morning with Liszt
<p>Franz Liszt is often remembered for dazzling piano virtuosity, yet his music also ranges from the intimate and lyrical to the spiritual and profound. This course explores Liszt’s life, personality
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Enhance Your Voice: Singing for the Intermediate Beginner
<p>For those who have completed an introductory singing course or equivalent. Develop and extend your voice skills and music theory practice further. More time will be spent on singing in harmony and
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