j The Dorset Cello Classes

Adult Learners' Event

April 9th/10th and June 5th/6th

Led by Rebecca Gilliver, founder of the Dorset Cello Classes and the honestly not-scary-at-all principal cellist of the London Symphony Orchestra, these events will be a repeat of last year's successful and fun adult learning experience.

Last year we had so much fun there were two weekends available for the Adult Learners. Dates have just been fixed for this year - there are currently 5 spaces left in April and 1 in June, so apply fast! PLEASE NOTE - the course can only run with a minumum of 4 players. Therefore June is confirmed as going ahead, April we still need another player to make it financially viable. Another big cello chamber ensemble piece will be picked for us to study - any suggestions gratefully received. Lessons, exercises, lots of chamber music and sight reading - and of course, cake eating - will take place as usual. We usually arrange lunch next door at The Old Inn, Holt (not provided as part of the course), or you can bring your own.

Usual schedule

Friday evening, 6.30pm

  • Gathering, cello chamber music

Saturday 10am

  • Morning - Group warmup; Masterclasses (open lessons) Chamber music.
  • Afternoon - Chamber music, possible private lessons; finish 5.30pm.

Location - Holt Village Hall (on the green, just down from the Old Inn next to the church!) here.

Adult Learners

How To Apply

Please do contact me via the email below if you're interested in applying. Include your musical biography, what standard you play to and if there is anything specific you are interested in addressing over the weekend. Standard - anything from a confident grade 4 upwards! Ensembles pieces are adapted to embrace all standards but the course is not suitable for beginners. Places are limited to 8.

The email address for enquiries is info@thedorsetcelloclasses.co.uk or if you prefer, just give me a ring on 07971440850. The cost of the weekend is £125. If you would like to attend but financial constraints make it difficult, please get in touch anyway, as I feel very strongly that music should be accessible to all.