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1 2 3 4 Count yourself into the third National Electronic Keyboard Summer School 2011!

Summer School 2011

...take your keyboard on HOLIDAY!
When: Tuesday 16th to Saturday 20th August 2011
Where: New Hall School, Chelmsford, Essex Fully Residential and open to all aged 9 - 16

What can I expect at Summer School 2011?

  • help with Trinity Guildhall exams
  • small and large bands
  • composing and improvising
  • talent contest with prizes
  • sports and games
  • concert Sat 20 August

Who are the Tutors?

The tutors are highly experienced teachers and professional players from all over the country. A resident team of supervisory staff will also be present throughout, including pool lifeguards and first aiders.

Comments from previous NEKC Summer School

  • "Amazing" "Brilliant" "I had lots of fun"
  • "The course was put together well. You never got bored, there was always something to do"
  • "It helped with keyboard skills and was fun at the same time"
  • "It really helped with composition and improvisation for GCSE music"
  • "It made me practise my keyboard and improve my music reading"
  • "The music staff and supervisors were great"
  • "I made lots of new friends who like music like me"
  • "The best week of my life!"

How do I book my place?

Download the Summer School 2011 booking form here. Complete and return by Friday 6th May. All levels of ability are welcome, with places being filled on a first come, first served basis. A deposit of £100 (non-returnable) is required to secure a place, and the balance is due by 16 July 2011.

For more information call NEKC on 01622 679481 or email info@keyboardcourses.com

What is the accommodation like?

Set in magnificent grounds on the edge of the county toen of Essex, New Hall School is conveniently located for access by road, rail or air. Founded in 1642, it is steeped in history, with the main building originally part of Henry VIII's great palace of Beaulieu. The beautifully landscaped 160 acre campus boasts excellent modern facilities, including tennis courts and a superb heated indoor swimming pool.

Address: New Hall School, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 3HS
Website: www.newhallschool.co.uk

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Trinity Guildhall

Allegro Music

Alfred Music Publishing

Yamaha


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