Junior Course
Course Intro
The Junior Course welcomes talented string players, pianists and some wind players from ages 12-14 years. It builds on all the elements that have been introduced on the Prep and Primary Course but brings in new projects to challenge this age group. More advanced chamber music repertoire will be studied, alongside daily orchestral sessions, instrumental masterclasses, and workshops on improving individual practice so that each student begins to take more responsibility for their personal musical goals.
The Junior Course is led by Matthew Jones. A stellar chamber musician, performer and teacher, Matthew also has special interests in Alexander Technique, yoga, and empowering musicians of all levels – an inspiring approach for our Junior course students this year.
You can see examples of projects the course includes below.
- Daily Chamber music coaching in at least two chamber works
- Daily musicianship
- Instrumental masterclasses
- Dalcroze Eurhythmics
- Workshops on “How to practise”
- Introduction to Jazz
- Introduction to Indian music
- Film Composition
- Improvisation
- Song-writing techniques
Course Requirements
Age: 12-14yrs, school years 8-9
Entry requirement: Minimum standard Grade 6+
Audition: Yes. Held throughout the year
Application deadline: See event details
Cost: £1,444
Pro Corda tries to ensure that no student is turned away because of financial barriers so please get in touch if you are facing difficulties. You can also find out more information on our Bursary page.
The next course will take place:
All Pro Corda courses have excellent pastoral care, and this comes partly from the relatively small numbers on the course due to the emphasis on chamber music and partly from the expertise and experience of the pastoral staff. All staff are chosen for their experience and empathy with this age group, and students and parents alike will find us warm and welcoming.
Course Director: Matthew Jones
Matthew is Head of Chamber Music and one of the most sought after worldwide professors of viola at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. Matthew is also a composer, mathematics graduate and teacher of the Alexander Technique and Kundalini Yoga/Meditation.
He is described by Strings Magazine as the finest Violist since William Primrose following his critically acclaimed Carnegie Hall debut in 2008.
Course Location: Leiston Abbey
We are delighted to announce that Pro Corda’s courses are returning home to our magical Leiston Abbey site.
In the heart of the Suffolk countryside with easy access to the Heritage Coast, participants on the course will be able to enjoy a vast array of social and fun activities – organised to complement and warmly welcome every individual.
Please note that places are currently limited to a maximum of 27 students per course, so we recommend booking early to secure your place.
