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Musical Summer

C O U R S E S A N D M A S T E R C L A S S E SF O R E V E R Y O N E

B E R K S H I R E M A E S T R O S P R E S E N T S

Socially distantSmall numbersHigh quality learning experiencesEnriching and engagingIdeal for children aged eight and overSomething for everyoneFantastic value for money

Our Summer Courses this year will all be held face to face at our ReadingMusic Centre, in small group bubbles. These courses have been speciallydesigned to be:

Browse through the courses on offer, and to book your spaces simplyclick on the BOOK HERE link at the bottom of the page. Please note thatas spaces are very limited you are strongly advised to book early.

Tasmin Little (Violin)Glyn and Helen Williams (Brass Band)Helen Sanderson (Guitar)

We are also offering a number of EXCLUSIVE online Masterclasses, with world class musicians:

These will be held virtually via Zoom. They are open to all ages andabilities and offer a unique opportunity to learn from some of themost influential and important musicians in the world. You canjoin as a performer or an observer - simply click on the BOOK HERElink to secure your place

Berkshire Maestros is delighted to present a Musical Summer

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What's On

DATEWed 22 July - Fri 24 JulyWed 22 July - Fri 24 JulyThu 23 JulyMon 27 July - Tue 28 JulyMon 27 July - Tue 28 JulyThu 30 July - Fri 31 JulyThu 30 July - Fri 31 JulyMon 3 AugMon 3 AugTue 4 AugTue 4 AugMon 10 AugMon 10 AugTue 11 AugTue 11 AugWed 12 AugThu 13 Aug - Fri 14 AugMon 17 Aug - Tue 18 AugMon 17 AugTue 18 AugThu 20 Aug - Fri 21 AugThu 20 Aug - Fri 21 AugTue 25 Aug - Thu 27 AugThu 27 Aug

COURSE (face to face) or MASTERCLASS (Zoom)Music Production for Video GamesMusicians Wanted - Live Band WorkshopBrass Band Masterclass - Glyn and Helen WilliamsThe Delectable World of Disney - Junior StringsBeautiful Baroque and Characterful Classical - Senior StringsThe Delectable World of Disney - Junior StringsBeautiful Baroque and Characterful Classical - Senior StringsIntroduction to Music TheorySummer SambaIntroduction to Music TheoryThe Drum Kit Experience - Beginner BeatsCreative Composers Folk It UpCreative Composers Piano Course - At The MoviesGuitar Masterclass - Helen SandersonMake Some Noise! - Junior Percussion Guitar Groove - JuniorsDouble Bass Day Piano Course - JazztasticGuitar Groove - SeniorsBuild your own UkuleleGrade 5 Music TheoryViolin Masterclass - Tasmin Little

Music Production for Video GamesWednesday 22 - Friday 24 July, 9.30am - 3.30pm

Age 11 to 18No experience needed

£120Three day course

LaptopHeadphonesUSB memory stickPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

All courses held at Reading Music Centre, Stoneham Court, 100 Cockney Hill, Reading, RG30 4EZFor more information email [email protected]

A three day music technology course focusing on writing music forvideo games!Students will use Cubase software to write their own compositionsinspired by their favourite video games, learning how to createcomplex soundscapes with virtual instruments The course will delve into how video game music is created and howmuch of an impact it has on the feel of a game Each student will have the opportunity to have their work showcasedon a showreel to be shared on the Berkshire Maestros Facebook page

Course Details

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What you will learnStudents will leave the course with an excellent understanding ofusing a professional digital audio workstation to create originalmusic using MIDI and virtual instruments. These skills are easilytransferrable to GCSE and A Level and serve as an excellent leadon to Berkshire Maestros Music Production Lessons withRockschool Grades.

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Age 11 to 18, Grade 6 plusWorking towards live stream concert

Instrument (voice, drums,keyboard, piano, bass guitar,electric guitar)Guitar picks, drum sticks etc. Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

A three day live band workshop focusing on preparing the students for a livestream concert on Friday afternoonStudents will be led by an established Soundstage tutor for the duration of thecourse, helping to conduct and mould them into a fully functioning band,performing a variety of songs in a range of musical styles We are looking to select students at a Grade 6 plus level for this very special

Students will be offered sheet music and song charts to help aid their journeythrough the course.

Course Details

one-off course that will specifically require a balanced combination of singers,and guitarists, plus one each of keyboards, bass and drums (maximum of eight)

Musicians Wanted - Live Band WorkshopWednesday 22 - Friday 24 July, 9.30am - 3.30pm



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What you will learnStudents will leave this course with a great understanding ofworking with fellow musicians in a high pressured bandenvironment, with a deadlined performance. The level ofmusicianship will be high and students will learn valuable tips foron stage techniques. Members of this band may form a regularensemble in September, with the possibility of participating inour largest events.




Pick up your instrument for this Zoommasterclass suitable for all brass playersThrough a mixture of performances,group exercises and Q&A sessions youwill learn about the challenges ofbeing a brass band musician, as well astips and tricks on how to improve yourplayingCourse tutors Helen & Glyn Williamsfrom the world famous Cory Band willshare their experience as top brassmusicians to help you improve yourplaying and ensemble skillsBe inspired to hone your skills withthese great musicians from the world’snumber one ranked brass bandOpen to all brass players. All you willneed is an instrument, a laptop ortablet and an internet connection!

Masterclass Details

BOOK HERE

All ages andabilities welcome

Brass Band Masterclass Glyn and Helen Williams

£10Zoom Masterclass

All masterclasses held online via ZoomFor more information email [email protected]

Thursday 23 July, 6.00pm - 8.00pm




Grade 1 to 4Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

InstrumentPencilMusic (printed if possible)Packed lunch, snacks, waterLots of energy and creativity!

What to bring

Course Details

Do you know your Incredibles from your Avengers? In need of a bit of Disneymagic? Then this is the course for you!

We will start with some warm up activities, moving onto basic music andtechnical skills, plus plenty of fun and games in group musical activities.

Students are encouraged to work hard but also be free to explore newtechniques which they will be introduced to on the course.

There will be an opportunity to share music in a safe environment at the end ofthe course.

The Delectable World of DisneyJunior Strings

Monday 27 - Tuesday 28 July or Thursday 30 - Friday 31 July, 9.30am - 3.30pm

£95Two day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnBy the end of the course students will have learnt anumber of musical skills which they can continue towork on throughout the summer and with theirrespective teachers in their instrument lessons.




Grade 5 to 8Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

InstrumentPencilMusic (printed if possible)Packed lunch, snacks, waterLots of energy and creativity!

What to bring

Course Details

The course will work on some baroque and classical chamber music for strings,to include Telemann Canonic Sonatas, Vivaldi Concertos and duets by Mazas.

The course will encompass advanced chamber music skills, develop listening,watching, leading and presenting and how to react and work within a team forthe best result of the music.

There will hopefully be a short presentation of work which has taken place onthe course.

Beautiful Baroque and Characterful Classical Senior Strings

£95Two day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnBy the end of the course students will have learnt anumber of musical skills which they can continue towork on throughout the summer and with theirrespective teachers in their instrument lessons.

Monday 27 - Tuesday 28 July or Thursday 30 - Friday 31 July, 9.30am - 3.30pm




Age 8 to 12Grade 1 plus on any instrument

PencilNotebookPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

The ideal course for anyone at Grade 1 standard upwards on any instrument orin singing, this will be a fun day that starts to explore the wonderful world ofmusic theory.

A mixture of games, fun activities and learning, this course will help your childto develop a good level of confidence in basic music theory that will help toaccelerate their learning on any instrument.

Introduction to Music Theory

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

Understanding music notationKey and time signaturesThe stave, including treble and bass clefs

What you will learn

Monday 3 August or Tuesday 4 August, 9.30am - 3.30pm





EnthusiasmBright/carnival shirt/t shirtPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Experience the exciting world of Brazilian SambaExperiment with Samba Instruments Explore new sounds and rhythms Build confidence and concentration skillsWork together as a team, make friends and have a great day!

Course Details

Summer Samba

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learn

This course will leave you with a real sense ofachievement as you all perform a thrilling Sambapiece as a group by the end of the day!

Monday 3 August, 9.30am - 3.30pm





EnthusiasmOwn sticks if preferred (otherwisewe can supply sticks and pads)Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Learn different rhythms with both hands and feet that make upeverything we play on drumsLearn to play rock grooves - impress your friends with some excellentbeats!Experience different styles of drumming - Pop, Rock, Latin, Jazz andFunky… and your favourite songsLearn about Set-Up, Grip and Introduction to Rudiments and Theoryof Drum Music - understanding the building blocks of Drumming

Course Details

The Drum Kit Experience Beginner Beats

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnFulfil your ambition to be able to play some greatdrum kit rhythms and fills. Have a much greaterunderstanding of timing, tempo and rhythms -whatever instrument you play!

Tuesday 4 August, 9.30am - 3.30pm




Age 11 to 16Basic understanding from school

music curriculum required

Your own instrument (guitar,strings, percussion )Enthusiasm for creating newmusicNotepad and pencilPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Explore different styles of composition including orchestral, pop andmusic for film and video gamesLearn how to generate original musical ideas and motifs Build knowledge of harmony to create different moods within a pieceLearn how to develop and extend musical ideas Develop skills in structuring a piece of music

Course DetailsAn inspiring, practical and immersive one day course helping Key Stage 3students prepare for the composition coursework element of GCSE music.During the day we will:

Creative Composers

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

Perform and record their new piece as a groupBe confident using a variety of musical strategiesfor developing their own composition ideas Take home a ‘Composers' Toolkit’ of musicaldevices which they can use at home and at school

What you will learnBy the end of the day participants will...

Monday 10 August or Tuesday 11 August, 9.30am - 3.30pm




Age 12 and overGood understanding of

your instrument needed

Your own instrument (strings,guitar, percussion, keyboard,ukulele, mandolin )Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

Folk music is all about communication, energy and fun.

From learning tunes by ear, to layering up riffs to create uniquearrangements, this course is all about getting creative with folkmelodies from the British Isles and further afield.

Folk It Up

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learn

This course will teach you how to work aurallywith folk music, to communicate with anensemble and how to develop creativearrangements of folk tunes.





Age 8 to 12Up to Grade 2

Your own keyboard, powersupply and music stand (theremay be a limited number ofkeyboards available for use)Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

Come and improve your piano and keyboard skills! This course is idealfor pianists up to Grade 2 who are able to play and read bass clef C tohigh C confidently.

We will be warming up, learning some fantastic pieces all together,and having a go at some improvisation.

There will be plenty of parts so there will always be something you canplay easily.

Piano Course - At The Movies

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

Playing as part of a groupImprovisingImproving your sight reading

What you will learn





Calling all guitarists! Join in thisonline masterclass with Head ofGuitar Performance at the RoyalWelsh College of Music andDrama, Helen SandersonLearn through group sessionshow to improve your techniqueand get important advice on youdaily warm up routine There will be an opportunity forsome students to present a solopiece to Helen and gain tips andtricks on how to improve theirperformanceHelen will share her experiencesas a prestigious performer,composer and educator. Askquestions on how to improveyour guitar playing andmusicianshipOpen to all guitarists. All you willneed is an instrument, a laptopor tablet and an internetconnection!

Masterclass Details

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Guitar Masterclass Helen Sanderson



Wednesday 12 August, 6.00pm - 8.00pm






Age 9 to 14Grade 1 to Grade 4

Own sticks (if preferred,otherwise we can supply)Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

The aim of this course is to introduce percussionists and kit players tothe opportunities of playing tuned percussion.

Students will learn how simple it is to pick up the basics and howexciting the results can be.

No tuned percussion experience is necessary, just an understanding ofstick technique and bags of enthusiasm!

Make Some Noise!Junior Percussion

£95Two day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnStudents will work on one or two pieces during theday, and will learn confidence and skills on tunedpercussion instruments.

They will work towards a performance at the end ofthe second day.

Thursday 13 - Friday 14 August, 9.30am - 3.30pm




Age 8 and overBeginner to Grade 1

GuitarFootstoolClip on guitar tunerPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

A chance to spend two days playing guitar in an ensemble at Berkshire Maestros’ Reading HQ.

We will learn and practise a diverse range of repertoire andperformance skills.

There will also be warm up and technique sessions on both days.

Guitar Groove - Juniors

£95Two day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnAt the end of the course, the students will feel moreconfident about playing in an ensemble and beready to join one of our music centre guitar groups.They will also have a warm up routine they can useto help their practice sessions at home. The coursewill conclude with a short performance.

Monday 17 - Tuesday 18 August, 9.30am - 3.30pm




Age 12 and overGrade 3 plus

Your instrumentPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

A great opportunity to develop your skills working together with otherDouble Bass players.

We will be working with chamber music written specifically forDouble Bass ensembles, and with excerpts from the orchestralrepertoire.

Double Bass Day

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnA greater understanding of musical communicationin a chamber music setting, how to improve yourtuning, sound production and abilities to playtogether in a section of Double Basses.





Age 8 to 12Up to Grade 2

Your own keyboard, powersupply and music stand (theremay be a limited number ofkeyboards available for use)Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Piano Course - Jazztastic

£50One day course


BOOKHERE

Playing as part of a groupImprovisingImproving your sight reading

What you will learn


Course Details

Come and improve your piano and keyboard skills! This course is idealfor pianists up to Grade 2 who are able to play and read bass clef C tohigh C confidently.

We will be warming up, learning some fantastic pieces all together,and having a go at some improvisation.

There will be plenty of parts so there will always be something you canplay easily.




Age 11 to 16Grade 2 to 5

GuitarFootstoolClip on guitar tunerPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Course Details

A chance to spend two days playing guitar in an ensemble at Berkshire Maestros’ Reading HQ.

We will learn and practise a diverse range of repertoire andperformance skills.

There will also be warm up and technique sessions on both days.

Guitar Groove - Seniors

£95Two day course


BOOKHERE

What you will learnAt the end of the course, the students will feel moreconfident about playing in an ensemble and beready to join one of our music centre guitar groups.They will also have a warm up routine they can useto help their practice sessions at home. The coursewill conclude with a short performance.





Age 8 to 13Beginner to intermediate

Old clothes or apron

Packed lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

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a newcomer to the ukulele and need guidance and inspirationlooking for a smaller, more manageable instrument as a first step towardsplaying guitaralready learning guitar and want to widen their musical palette andenhance their skills

Course DetailsA chance to build your own ukulele!The course is aimed at those aged 8 upwards and would suit those who are:

Whatever your motivation, you will benefit from our expert tuition, makefriends with like-minded individuals, make great music and have lots of fun! Itis not necessary to be able to read music or play any instruments before signingup to this course – all experience levels are welcome.

Build Your Own Ukulele

£95Two day course


BOOKHEREBuild and design your own ukulele

Learn the ukulele basicsMaster some popular tunes

What you will learn

During this course, you will learn to:





Course DetailsBerkshire Maestros is delighted to be offering another intensive three-daymusic theory course to prepare students for the ABRSM Grade 5 MusicTheory exam. The course is aimed at young people of secondary school agewho need to pass Grade 5 Music Theory ahead of their Grade 6+ practical, orstudents wanting to enhance their theoretical knowledge in preparation forGCSE Music. The course is open to all students, including those who are notstudents of Berkshire Maestros. Students enrolling for this course must beat least Grade 3 standard on their chosen instrument/voice.

Please see our website for more details:www.berkshiremaestros.org.uk/Music_Theory_Course.html

Age 11 and overGrade 3 plus

PencilsA rubberA sharpenerA rulerPacked lunch, snacks, water

What to bring

Grade 5 Theory Course



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What you will learnStudents need to commit to working through all thehomework set, including seven past papers(provided). There will be a refresher session between5.00pm and 8.00pm on Tuesday 3 November 2020.The ABRSM Music Theory exam will take placeon Tuesday 10 November 2020.

Tuesday 25 - Thursday 27 August, 9.30am - 4.30pm

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Join us for this exciting violinmasterclass from one of the world’sleading violin solo performers.Tasmin will share with you herexperiences from a multi awardwinning and varied solo career thatincludes performances in some of themost prestigious venues in the worldThere will be an opportunity for somestudents to present solo pieces toTasmin. Others may prefer to observebut will still gain a lot of knowledge onhow to improve their violin playingDon’t miss out on this rareopportunity to meet and learn from aworld class musicianOpen to all violinists. All you will needis an instrument, a laptop or tabletand an internet connection!

Masterclass Details

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Violin Masterclass Tasmin Little



Thursday 27 August, 6.00pm - 7.30pm

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Are you interested in learning a musical instrument?

Berkshire Maestros offers the highest quality musical educationdelivering instrumental and singing lessons.Tuition covers allinstrumental families; brass, guitar, keyboard, percussion,strings, woodwind and voice, across a wide range of styles and genres.

We offer small group and one-to-one instrumental and singinglessons at all levels, usually in schools and in our music centresacross the county.

Our lessons are currently delivered online via Zoom, however weare following government guidance and are hoping to return toface to face teaching for the Autumn term.

For more information about the lessons and activities we offer,please visit our website at www.berkshiremaestros.org.uk

Berkshire Maestros, Stoneham Court100 Cockney Hill, Reading, RG30 4EZ

0118 901 2370

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