2008 Wind Chamber Music Courses
Saturday 11th October 2008
for Elementary and Intermediate players (flutes, oboes, clarinets, bassoons, horns)
HAYDN: Serenade No. 2 in F
Some of the most imaginative music of the 18th century came from the pen of Joseph Haydn, and this delightful Serenade makes a satisfying and enjoyable musical focus for this day.
Sunday 12th October 2008
for advanced players (2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns)
- Judith Bailey Overture for Whethoryon, Op.80
- Brahms Sextet in B flat, Op.18 (arranged for 10 winds by Mark Popkin)
A great 19th century classic of the chamber repertoire, this wonderful music by Brahms is now accessible to wind players through Mark Popkin’s excellent performing version for 10-part wind ensemble. The other piece for this day is an original work for 10 winds, a colourful 5-minute overture by Cornish composer Judith Bailey - “Whethoryon” is the Cornish word for ‘blowers of wind instruments’.
Caldbeck Village Hall is a spacious venue, conveniently placed for access to the attractive, quiet village of Caldbeck where there is a pub and a coffee shop for lunch. There is also accommodation in or very near the village - early booking is recommended.
COURSE FEE per day: £50 per player
(See application form- CLICK HERE for payment details).
Exploring the area . . .
Situated at the northern end of the Lake District National Park, Caldbeck is an oasis of peaceful beauty nestling amongst the rolling Cumbrian fells. Take a river walk, or ascend High Pike where the views of the surrounding area are spectacular. A short drive away are Bassenthwaite Lake, the attractive Lakeland town of Keswick (on the banks of Derwentwater) or the historic city of Carlisle. The Solway Firth is another impressive local feature, and if you enjoy good ‘real ale’, the Old Crown in the neighbouring village of Hesket Newmarket brews its own (mostly named after local landmarks) and has won national awards for it!
Accommodation and local information:
- www.caldbeckvillage.co.uk
- Keswick Tourist Information Centre, Moot Hall, Market Square, Keswick, CA12 5JR. Tel.: 017687 72645