Holiday courses
The courses we run during the school holidays for children and adults
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
Our annual two-day orchestral course for string players. Taking place 16- 17 February 2026.
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The Big Blast
Our annual two-day orchestral course for wind, percussion and brass players. Taking place 18 - 19 February 2026.
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Easter Course
For string, brass, wind and percussion players aged 5-18, playing at Grades 1-5. Taking place 30 March - 1 April 2026.
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Adult Chamber Weekend
Designed for adult strings, wind and brass players of Grade 5 and above. This course will take place 10-12 April.
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Adult Early Music
Early Music Course, formerly known as Beauchamp Early Music Week. This is a residential or non-residential course for singers and players of Renaissance instruments. Taking place 19-24 July.
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Summer Residential
Join us for music tuition and outdoor activities at the Deanfield Outdoor Centre in the Forest of Dean. For students aged 8-14 playing from Grade 1 up to Grade 8 standard. The Course is running from 26 July - 31 July 2026.
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Grade 5 Theory
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
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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