Music AUTUMN
Learn an instrument in a group, join a Baroque ensemble or modern Jazz group, refresh your theory or enjoy the fulfilment of singing
Individual Tuition also available
“Playing in a group is so rewarding. The Tutors are all musically brilliant, and also dedicated and full of enthusiasm.”
Advanced Piano Masterclass: Beethoven Sonatas (18+yrs, Grades 8+)
Mondays 18.30 - 21.00
20th January, 24th February, 17th March (£51 for all three or £20 drop in) Do you love to play the piano? Then this course might be perfect for you! We hold these 2.5 hour long workshop once a month, and is a great opportunity for students to play in an informal setting and receive some feedback from our expert tutor. This term we are focusing on Beethoven's Sonatas - prepare these at home or in your piano lessons, and then come along to try out your interpretation of these pieces on others! This course is designed for those who are at an advanced level on the piano, approximately grade 8 and above. Gather some feedback and increase your confidence! Participants should bring a maximum of two pieces per student to each workshop. Please feel free to bring pieces that aren’t necessarily fully learnt e.g. one or two pages.
Tutor: Phillip Leslie
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Group Violin (18+ yrs, Grades 4+)
Tuesdays, 18.45 - 19.30
7th January - 1st April (12 weeks, £198) Come and learn to play in a relaxed, friendly and supportive atmosphere. You will receive outstanding tuition in a small group in a supportive and relaxed environment – an opportunity to explore the violin and have fun at the same time. Many members follow their Group Violin session with group playing in the String Ensemble, and you receive a 10% discount on your fees if you attend both courses. If you would like to learn violin but are not yet Grade 4 level, please contact our tuition team to arrange individual tuition.
Tutor: Elena Sanchez
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String Ensemble (Grade 4+)
Tuesday 19.40 - 20.40
7th January - 1st April (12 weeks, £204) Come along to join the Conservatoire’s String Ensemble! Whether you are a seasoned ensemble player or just starting out on playing in a group, you are welcome. The group is made up of all of the string family instruments, and we play music of all kinds, sharing music together and learning some chamber music, as well as iconic works from classical to jazz. This group is a perfect supplement to your individual learning or Group Violin tuition, which runs directly before it. (You receive a 10% discount on your fees if you attend both courses!)
Tutor: Elena Sanchez
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Flute Choir (18+ yrs, Grades 2+)
Tuesdays 19.45 - 20.45
7th January - 1st April (12 weeks, £174) A group for flautists of all ages of Grade 2 or above. An opportunity to meet fellow flautists and play together as an ensemble in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. If you would like to refresh your flute playing and are not yet at Grade 2 level, please contact tuition@conservatoire.org.uk.
Tutor: Victoria Heath
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Women's Choir (18+)
Wednesdays 11.00- 12.00
8th January - 2nd April (12 weeks, £114 or drop in £12) Come along to join Blackheath Conservatoire’s Women’s Choir, which has been running for over 30 years! Did you know it has been scientifically proven that singing is good for your health? Come and test the theory and join our choir in singing a wide range of musical styles. All ages and all levels of experience are welcome, as expert tutor Elspeth Wyllie will guide you through classical and contemporary choir music. All you need to get involved is enthusiasm!
Tutor: Elspeth Wyllie
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Singers Unlimited
Wednesdays 12.30 - 13.30
8th January - 2nd April (12 weeks, £84 or £10 drop in) A masterclass for solo singers providing a wonderful opportunity to build confidence and improve your performance in front of a group. Anything goes repertoire-wise, just bring along your song and sheet music if you wish to be accompanied. All are welcome but this group has a strong history of mature singers.
Tutor: Elspeth Wyllie
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Blackheath Baroque Ensemble (16+ yrs)
Wednesdays 20.00 - 21.00
8th January - 2nd April (12 weeks, £264) Our Baroque ensembles are an exceptional training ground for music from the Middle Ages to early 19th century. Players of recorders, flutes, oboes, strings, piano/harpsichord, viola da gamba, theorbo, lute and archlute are welcome to join our thriving community of instrumentalists who share a love for making Early Music. The Conservatoire also has its own harpsichord, a French-style five-octave single manual. These ensembles offer students of Grade 6 and above the opportunity to play with a wide range of instruments in a chamber setting. We explore the orchestral repertoire written before 1800 in a historically informed way with mostly one or two instruments per part. The classes are friendly and welcoming, and music is played and enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere. Students generally have access to our music room to warm up for half an hour beforehand.
Tutor: Frantisek Brikcius
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Discovering Opera (18+)
Wednesdays 13.45 - 15.45
15th January - 2nd April (11 weeks, £236.50) Join Dr Bruno Bower for 11 weeks at the opera! This course offers a tour through the different social and cultural issues that run through operas and their performances. We will discuss topics such as politics, escapism, religion, class, and gender, as well as exploring the riotous world of anti-opera and the practices of filming opera. The aim is to give you new ways of listening to opera, whether you are getting to know the form for the first time or you already familiar with it and are looking for something unusual. No prior knowledge is required, and there is no need to have attended Part 1 from the Autumn term.
Tutor: Bruno Bower
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Ukrainian Choir (All ages)
Saturdays 16.15 - 18.00
Come along to the Conservatoire's Studio to take part in this Ukrainian Choir for all ages. Under the guidance of choir leader Tetiana and accompanist Oleksandr, you will sing Ukrainian songs as well as music from other repertoires and genres. This is a group class open to Ukrainian participants of all ages - bring your friends and meet new people! Refugees and asylum seekers will need to book in person and provide proof of status - ARC (asylum registration card) or BRP (residence permit).
Tutor: Veronika Kryzhanivska & Oleksandr Filiak
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