WEA music courses - music to your ears!

If you’ve ever wondered about the origins of music, how it came to be, where it came from and how it's shaped different cultures, then why not immerse yourself in one of our music courses.  

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Depending on the music course you choose, you could be learning a new set of skills, uncovering a new genre that you never knew about before, or simply gaining a greater appreciation for the work and the artist who created it. The possibilities are endless with a WEA course.

You'll travel through different musical eras, discovering the different genres, composers and historic backgrounds that helped shape music as we know it today. By broadening your musical horizons you’ll learn how to interpret music, improving your critical thinking and analytical skills.  

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Whether you prefer online learning from the comfort of your own home, or you want to attend an in-person class in your local community, we have a huge amount of flexibility to suit how you learn best. This means that you can pick the environment that’s right for you, giving you that piece of mind that you can learn in a place that you feel comfortable with. 

The support you’ll receive on our music courses 

Our online and in-person courses are taught by talented tutors who are experienced in all things music and will help support you to learn about all aspects of music history. They'll help you develop an understanding that goes beyond just what's on the surface. Whether you want to learn to sing, play an instrument or be immersed in the music of different cultures, we've got the course for you. 

Our learning experience is one of the things that sets us apart, with many of our learners going on to achieve incredible things. You’ll learn at a pace that’s comfortable for you too, with a friendly supportive tutor on hand to answer any questions you might have. 

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History: Oh yes it is! A short history of Panto

It's behind you. Oh no it isn't! Oh yes it is! Do you love Panto and wonder where it all began? Why are there traditions that only appear in panto and not other plays? As part of the Christmas festival of courses, we present this one-off session where we will take a look at a brief history of the pantomime, from its original roots to the present day - with some bad panto jokes thrown in along the way.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 08/12/2023 -
Fri 08/12/2023
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Tutor:
Alison Warren
Course code:
Q00012379
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Music Making: Improve your Piano/Keyboard skills - Intermediate

Develop your piano/keyboard skills in a supportive online group! Students will play along with the tutor from home with muted microphones. You will follow a range of different scales and exercises, as well as playing from sheet music. The course also involves in depth music theory discussions related to timing, key signature and performance directions. Please note: This is an intermediate level course and requires existing skills in order to take part.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 05/01/2024 -
Fri 22/03/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Tutor:
Lorna Poole
Course code:
Q00012401
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £81.40

Music Making: Choral Singing- Intermediate

Come together with other women to develop your choral singing skills! You'll work as a team to prepare empowering public performances for local events in Nottingham. The course will also cover techniques for maximising the potential of your own unique voice and exploring what it can add to the group. Please note: This is an intermediate level course and requires existing skills in order to take part.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 08/01/2024 -
Mon 25/03/2024
Times:
5:45pm - 7:45pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Nottingham Womens Centre (NOTTINGHAM)
30 Chaucer Street
NOTTINGHAM
NG1 5LP
Tutor:
Lorna Poole
Course code:
Q00012396
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Music Appreciation: Anniversaries and Events on the System

The course aims to encourage learners to attend art exhibitions and/or musical events with a greater background knowledge in order to enhance appreciation. If actual attendance is not possible, to undertake independent research and hence, enjoy a more active and cultural lifestyle. The class also offers an opportunity for learners to interact socially with like- minded people in intellectual pursuits. It also encourages learners to acquire critical and analytical skills through debate and discussion. Each week we will examine the life and work of a composer who is either celebrating a major anniversary or featuring in London concerts. Located in a safe and friendly environment, this course is ideal for those particularly interested in the historical context of certain composers. Come along and learn something new whilst socialising with other like-minded individuals.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 08/01/2024 -
Mon 18/03/2024
Times:
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Ripley Arts Centre (Bromley)
24 Sundridge Avenue
Bromley
BR1 2PX
Tutor:
Andrew Rothwell
Course code:
Q00009935
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.00

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12 months
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Music Making: Monday Music

Monday Music is a hands on music course for adults in Worksop. A fun, educational and suitably challenging course in music, which develops the skills of the learners and helps them reflect on what it is like to work with others in the group. Some of the activities will be recorded, provided the learners give consent, which will help them understand what they are doing right and how they can improve. Beginners and more advanced students are welcome.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 08/01/2024 -
Mon 25/03/2024
Times:
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Bassetlaw Day Services (Worksop)
Albion Close
Worksop
S80 1RA
Tutor:
Richard Palmer
Course code:
Q00012603
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £151.20

Music Appreciation: The Music of Russia - From the Tsars to Stalin

The sparkling ballets of Tchaikovsky, the fantasy world of Rimsky Korsakov, the romance of Rachmaninov and the quirky humour of Prokofiev. Over eight weeks, you will meet these and many more glorious examples of Russian music from the early 19TH century to the recent past. As we chart how the national music developed from folk beginnings to internationally recognised trail-blazers, you will be able to develop your listening skills and learn about the challenges with which the composers had to struggle in making their voices heard. Our course is for everyone. No previous knowledge is required; just a willingness to listen, learn and enjoy.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 09/01/2024 -
Tue 27/02/2024
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Storton Lodge (Goring)
Icknield Road
Goring-on-Thames
Goring
RG8 0DL
Tutor:
Christopher Carter
Course code:
Q00012182
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £80.00

Music Appreciation: Anniversaries and Exhibitions

The course aims to encourage learners to attend art exhibitions and/or musical events with a greater background knowledge in order to enhance appreciation. If actual attendance is not possible, to undertake independent research and hence, enjoy a more active and cultural lifestyle. The class also offers an opportunity for learners to interact socially with like- minded people in intellectual pursuits. It also encourages learners to acquire critical and analytical skills through debate and discussion.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 09/01/2024 -
Tue 19/03/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Fairkytes Art Centre (Hornchurch)
51 Billet Lane
Hornchurch
RM11 1AX
Tutor:
Andrew Rothwell
Course code:
Q00012142
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Music Appreciation: Beginners

An opportunity to explore creative and stimulating musical activities. This course is a great way to enhance health and wellbeing through music making.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 09/01/2024 -
Tue 13/02/2024
Course code:
Q00009479
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Music Making: Intermediate

Come and explore music theory in a friendly supportive online group. This course will cover reading sheet music, as well as wider music theory relating to key signature, time signature, intervals and clefs. This is an intermediate level course and requires existing skills in order to take part.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 09/01/2024 -
Tue 26/03/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Tutor:
Lorna Poole
Course code:
Q00012747
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £81.40

Music Making: Improve your singing skills - Intermediate

Develop your singing skills in a supportive online group! Over the course, you will work on at least one contemporary song of your choice, as you learn a range of vocal techniques and exercises which you'll try out at home with a muted microphone. You will also share private song recordings with your tutor for personalised tips and feedback, as well as having the option to share your singing with the group. This course also includes singing from sheet music.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 10/01/2024 -
Wed 27/03/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Tutor:
Lorna Poole
Course code:
Q00012397
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £81.40