Holiday courses

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Holiday courses

The courses we run during the school holidays for children and adults

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Continue learning in the holidays

As well as providing activities during term times, both adults and children can book workshops and holiday courses during the school holidays.  These are the holiday courses that we have on offer for 2026.

The Big String

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Our annual two-day orchestral course for string players. Taking place 16- 17 February 2026.

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The Big Blast

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Our annual two-day orchestral course for wind, percussion and brass players. Taking place 18 - 19 February 2026.

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Grade 5 Theory 

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An intensive theory course to help students prepare for Grade 5. We also run weekly theory groups in Cheltenham and Gloucester on Saturdays. Visit our Junior department to find out more.

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Piano Course

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Piano playing, by its very nature, is often a solitary activity. This innovative course aims to introduce young pianists to piano ensemble playing and the social element of music making.

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Summer Residentials

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Join us for music tuition and outdoor activities at the Deanfield Outdoor Centre in the Forest of Dean. We are offering two courses, Senior and Junior, both held on 26 July - 31 July 2026.

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Adult Early Music

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Early Music Course, formerly known as Beauchamp Early Music Week. This residential or non-residential course for singers and players of Renaissance instruments has been running for many years. Booking for our Malvern 2026 course will open soon.

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