Guildhall Young Artists King's Cross Music Course

Our hands-on music course for ages 11-18, will offer a full programme of music making and creativity. Students will be given an individually tailored morning of activities and will play in three ensembles, which will cover multiple genres and styles at an appropriate level.

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Key information:

Course dates:: Saturday term time
Course times:: 10am–1pm
Age:: 11–18
Fees:: £369 per term (£36.90 per week)
Level of study:: Short Courses & Summer Schools, Workshops & Saturday Centres (under 18)
Mode of study:: Saturday Courses
Venue:: Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School
When:: Saturdays
Contact details:: gyakingscross@gsmd.ac.uk

About the Music Course

Our hands-on Music Course for ages 11-18, offers a technical and creative programme to develop musicianship and artistry. Students will be given an individually tailored timetable of activities and will play in three ensembles, including the GYA Kings Cross Orchestra, smaller ensembles and Arts Lab. Each will work at an appropriate level, exploring a wide range of musical styles and genres, while developing student’s musicality, technical skills, individuality and musical expression. Classes are also be offered in music technology and production.

Perfect for beginners, those who simply want to spend a few hours making music with newfound friends or are thinking about taking their passion for music a step further. You will be offered a tailor-made timetable, based on your interests and experience stated on your enrolment form. This will be updated as you progress and develop your technique and creative interests.

All students from the Music and Drama Course for ages 11–18, will come together each week and take part in Arts Lab. Creativity and collaboration are central to GYA Kings Cross training approach, and Arts Lab is designed to nurture student’s creativity, artistry and identity. Collaborating with other students and tutors these sessions will focus on innovation, exploring new contemporary styles and approaches to music making and performance. Starting at 10am and finishing at 1pm, students on the Music Course will have two hours, 45 minutes of lesson time (with a 15 minute break).

An optional 45-minute Music Production class is available from 12–12.45pm. This is a great way to explore electronic music-making in a fun and supportive environment. No extra cost is involved for music course students to participate in this class.

Throughout the year Music students will come together with drama and production arts students to create innovative performances. These will be staged at the centre and other arts venues. Visits from Guildhall School music students and tutors will give students the opportunity to further develop their skills and ask any questions they might have.