Holiday courses and activities for all
26 July - 15 August 2009
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Week Three - afternoon courses
Be Your Own Music Critic (NEW) "I love this record, but I can't tell you why". Sound familiar? We will listen to performances of a variety of classical music - instrumental and vocal, old and recent - and decide whether you (yes "you") like them or dislike them, and try to explore why. A really good performance isn't a matter of technical ability - but if not, then what is it all about? Come and find out! Tim is a concert organist, broadcaster, author and lecturer. Tutor: Dr Tim Rishton Code: 09SP100 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
An opportunity to give that rusty French a polish! Whether you are planning a trip and would like to talk to local people or just want to improve your speaking skills, this is the course for you. We will cover communication in everyday situations such as getting to know people, shopping or ordering in a restaurant, making enquiries and expressing your feelings. À bientôt! Tutor: Angela Bolton Code: 09SP101 Fee: £89 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Understanding Latin can give new insights into language, science, literature, politics, history and more. In the past few years classical Latin has experienced a revival in popularity for recreational study by people of all ages. Latin can be appreciated for its precision, economy, elegance and logic. This course offers a light-hearted introduction to the basic features of the language and explores the literature and culture of the Romans. No previous knowledge is required . Tutor: Mary Candler Code: 09SP102 Fee: £89 This course is now full - please contact us if you would like to be put on the waiting list. Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Discovering Churches in Lancaster & the Lune Valley Discover 1,200 years and more of church architecture and history in Lancaster and the picturesque Lune Valley. During the week you will see St. Patrick's Chapel, Heysham, one of the oldest buildings in Lancashire, parish churches dating from the medieval period, and Quaker, Nonconformist, Church of England and Catholic places of worship with their distinctive architecture, fixtures and fittings built in the Georgian and Victorian eras. Also some interesting 20th-century designs of new churches and changes in the use of old ones. Tutor: Janet Nelson Code: 09SP103 Includes transport Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Families are fascinating... and family history even more so. If you watched the BBC's Who do you think you are? and are keen to research your own family history, this new computer-based course will get you started. You will find out about the different sources of information that are available to you and how to use them, and how to work with old documents and handwriting. No previous experience is necessary but you should be comfortable using a computer and have some experience of working within Windows and with the internet. The tutor is not able to provide instruction in using a computer and the internet. Tutor: John Cowell Code: 09SP104 Fee: £89 This course is now full - please contact us if you would like to be put on the waiting list. Information sheet in PDF and Word:
The Hedgehog and the Fox: What's the Point of History? (NEW) Francis Bacon thought “histories make men wise” while Hegel claimed that “people and governments never have learned anything from history”. Is either statement true? Certainly mass market history is an entertainment that most of us enjoy. We generally believe that we share a common national heritage but is that heritage what we have been taught rather than what actually happened? Do we know what “actually happened”? Some believe that there should be a historical adviser in each Whitehall department but Khrushchev considered historians to be dangerous people, upsetting things with their questions and challenges. We shall debate the historian's craft and try to conclude whether it is possible to define history. We shall explode some persistent myths, consider academic and populist historical writing and the influence of film and drama. Tutor: Adrian Braddon Code: 09SP105 Fee: £89 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Improve your English conversation (NEW) Is it some years since you studied English? Do you understand and read the language but want to improve your conversation? In a relaxed and supportive environment this lively and interactive course will help you to develop both your conversational skills and fluency. The friendly, social aspect of the Summer Programme will give you lots of opportunities to practise your conversation and make friends. This is not a beginners' course and your English should be at an intermediate level. Tutor: Anne-Marie Styles Code: 09SP106 Fee: £89 This course is no longer available. Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Meditation is a means of transforming the mind that has been a component of almost all religions for over 5,000 years. In today's world it can be a useful tool to help you through the stresses of modern life whilst increasing energy and creativity. This course will introduce you to a variety of practices from different schools of meditation, including Buddhism and Yoga, that will encourage and develop awareness, clarity and emotional positivity. Suitable for beginners or those who have a little experience but would like further guidance. Code: 09SP107 Fee: £89 Book online:
Psychology of Human Attachment Almost everyone would say that they've been in a loving relationship at some time. In the modern West we often assume that love is something that we 'fall into' but that is not the view of all societies. On this course we will look at customs of dating, courting and loving. Research shows that attachment relationships formed during the earliest years of life are crucial to the way we form relationships later in life. But is this link inevitable? Could there be room for creativity and initiative? Explore these questions and more. Tutor: Pat Roche Code: 09SP108 Fee: £89 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
The 19th century has provided us with most of the popular classics heard in the concert hall today. This course will try to get into the Romantic mind and examine the place of music in 19th-century culture. Symphonies, operas and chamber works by Beethoven, Chopin, Berlioz, Verdi, Brahms and Tchaikovsky will be heard, enjoyed and discussed. The course is non-technical and an ability to read music is not necessary. It will cater for all tastes - whether you are a performer, a frequent concert-goer and listener or someone seeking an introduction to some of the greatest music ever written. Tutor: Ben Crick Code: 09SP109 Fee: £89 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Singing is a healthy, relaxing and expressive experience and something we can all do. You will learn techniques and exercises to bring out your voice, how to hold your body and project sound, but the focus is on the pure pleasure and joy that singing can bring. Don't worry if you've never sung with others, lack confidence or don't think you have a ‘voice'. This is about singing in a group of friends. Jude firmly believes everyone can sing. Tutor: Jude Glendinning Code: 09SP110 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
Whether you see writing non-fiction as a hobby, career or vocation, this course will give you ideas on how to produce publishable material for a variety of markets, including magazines, newspapers and the internet. Aspects of the craft will be explored including research methods and sources, rewriting for clarity and presenting original manuscripts. Jo is a writer and lecturer with a background in journalism and law. She has published both fiction and non-fiction. Tutor: Dr Jo Powell Code: 09SP111 Fee: £89 Book online: Information sheet in PDF and Word:
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