The Joy of Music - a festive celebration

Focus on the fun and spirit of a vast range of very special music with our engaging leader, who will ensure that your enjoyment will be enhanced by lively discussions and musical sessions:

What a song and dance – the thrilling history of dance in the music of Broadway and Hollywood, from 19^th century hoofers to Ginger Rogers to the ballet of West Side Story

Conversations in music – from jazz improvisation to Mozart and Elgar 

Way down upon the Swanee River – the sentimental myth of Stephen Foster’s ‘plantation songs’ and the defiant reality of slave song 

A whirlwind history of orchestral music for the cinema – from the silent film era to Murder on the Orient Express

Holiday Highlights: 

• Talks and informal discussions with your leader
• Enhance your understanding by listening to selected pieces of music
• Free time to explore the local area
• Musical performance by your expert leader
• New Year’s Eve festivities

What’s included:

• Music appreciation sessions run by your expert leader
• Comfortable en-suite bedrooms at our 4-star Country House
• Full Board accommodation with all meals included