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WIMBLEDON 16th to 20th July 2007 King's College School, Wimbledon Juniors age 5/6 Intermediates age 7 to 10 Seniors age 8 to 18 |
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FORDINGBRIDGE Week 1: July 30th to August 3rd 2007 Forres Sandle Manor School, Juniors age 5/6 Intermediates age 7 to 10 Seniors age 8 to 18: |
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Music Makers has been running courses for over 10 years now and many, many students (and most of the staff!) have returned year after year which reassures us that the courses are working as an enjoyable and rewarding musical and social venture for all concerned. Young musicians from the age of 5 to 18 work alongside, and are guided by, a team of experienced and dedicated music staff. Their aim is to share their enthusiasm for making and performing music, in a stimulating and friendly environment, whilst ensuring that each student fulfils their potential in the time available. The courses are run on a three-tier system: Seniors age 8 - 18 (Grades 2 to 8+)
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This course is suitable for children with no previous musical experience as well as those who are learning to play an instrument. A mixture of singing, recorder playing, group instrumental work and percussion combined with listening, composing and performing helps to develop aural and rhythmic awareness. Each day a different family of instruments will visit from the Senior course, giving the children a chance to learn about and hear the instruments of the orchestra. The emphasis is on fun, with music related games and activities helping to stimulate an interest in instrumental music making. There will be a concert featuring some of the week's work at 3pm on the final day. |
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This course is suitable for young instrumentalists in their first years of playing as well as children who have not yet started an orchestral instrument. A variety of musical activities will include instrumental work in groups, singing, recorder playing and percussion featuring a wide range of styles from classical to jazz. The reading of musical notation, aural and rhythmic awareness and performing arts skills will all be developed in an enjoyable way during the week. There will also be demonstrations of orchestral and band instruments for those who have not yet chosen their future instrument. The Intermediates will perform a selection of the week's work in a concert at 3pm on the final day. |
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This course is suitable for players of orchestral and band instruments (Grades 2 to 8+), who will be placed in groups according to ability. The daily programme will vary but rehearsals will involve a variety of groups including:
The least experienced will receive any extra help required and the more advanced players will be given the opportunity to try more demanding music. The music rehearsed will be presented in a concert at 7pm on the final day. There will also be a chance for course members to perform a solo in front of a friendly audience during the week. The Senior course is NOT suitable for beginners, harpists, pianists, guitarists or recorder players. A minimum standard of Grade 2 is necessary to benefit from this course. On the Fordingbridge course the Seniors are split into two weeks according to ability: |
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Residents arrive on the evening before the course begins and will stay in dormitory style accommodation with all meals provided. There is a packed programme of social, musical and sporting activities available during the evenings as well as a heated outdoor swimming pool. Activities include: Choir rehearsals, rounders, swimming, unihoc, wide games, informal concerts, a talent show, football, a karaoke evening, water polo, discos, waterbomb volleyball, film nights and tennis. The courses take place at Forres Sandle Manor school in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, set in 35 spacious acres of grounds and playing fields in a naturally beautiful area on the edge of the New Forest. |
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'Excellent tuition, high performance standards and the kids have an absolute ball! The ideal combination. I highly recommend this course.'
Jon Parkinson, John Packer Ltd (Brass and Woodwind Specialists)
Some comments from parents:
'We had a wonderful evening at the Music Makers concert. My daughter's clarinet teacher noticed a significant improvement in her playing after her week with you.'
'An excellent mix of music-making and socialising for all the different age groups. My son has spoken with great enthusiasm about the variety and good standard of musical ensembles he was involved in and can't wait to come next year.'
'My son had a fantastic time last week, the concert was superb and I am lost in admiration for the way the excitement and interest was sustained all week.'
'My daughter enjoyed every minute of the course and her self confidence and self-esteem at the end of it was remarkable.'
'Hats off to you for a truly memorable course and concert. The enthusiasm of the staff was infectious.'
'My daughter says that Music Makers is the best antidote to all the plodding orchestra practices she has to put up with at school!'
'My daughter has just been on her first Music Makers course. She was a little apprehensive at first but all of you worked so hard to make her feel at home and the musical challenges were just right for her. She can't wait to come again next year.'
'My son had a wonderful time on your course, surrounded by friends, music and fun and the final concert was incredible, his music teacher can't believe what you managed to fit into it!'
'Music was never that much fun when I was young!'
Some comments from young musicians:
'Many thanks for a brilliant Music Makers week. I thoroughly enjoyed it and had a great time. My playing and confidence improved dramatically during the course. I liked the range of music and the staff were all helpful and so friendly.'
'Thank you for the most wonderful course. It was the best time in my life. I really didn't want to go home afterwards.'
'Thank you so much for last week - I enjoyed it immensely. It was the first time I had been on a music course and I loved it. I can't wait until next year.'
'No-one told me music could be so much fun. Every day I got really excited because I knew I was going to Music Makers. I have discovered that I really like playing in an orchestra and I made so many new friends. I am going to practise like mad so that I am a much better player when I come next year.'
'Thank you for a very funny and fabulous time. I loved the jazz group and I think I am a much better musician for attending your course.'
'I had an amazing week at Music Makers and can't wait for the next one. Playing in all the groups has really helped my confidence and I have learned so much. Most of all it was such fun and I am so glad that I had the chance to attend.'
'Coming to Music Makers made me realise what playing an instrument was all about - being with friends, working as a team and really enjoying what I could do. I loved the orchestra music and wish I could do the whole week again from start to finish.'
'I really enjoyed the week and made lots of new friends. The music is still going round in my head two weeks later.'