Dartington International Summer School Main Brochure 2010

DartingtonInternationalSummerSchool24July>28August 2010

www.dartington.org/summer-school

DartingtonInternationalSummerSchool2010

Summer School 2010 will be somethingof a poignant turning point.This willbe the last year in which the College ofArts occupies the premises at Dartington,before moving to Falmouth. It will alsobe my twenty-sixth and final yearas Artistic Director. I hope that manyold friends will be with us for whatpromises to be a quite momentous year!

The past quarter century has seenmany changes, as indeed Dartingtonis a constantly evolving place. WhenI arrived, the Summer School was aseparate and independent company–now it is a fully integrated partof the Dartington Hall Trust. Despiteinevitable changes, the Trusteeshave given absolute assurance thatthe Summer School will remaina key element of the ongoing artsprovision on the estate.

Many of the artists featured in thepages which follow have been crucialto the development of the SummerSchool – and indeed tomusical lifein the UK and beyond. They formpart of a unique community. Theycome for a fraction of their usualfees – teaching and performingwithan intensitymade possible by theconvivial atmosphere that is sospecial to Dartington.

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Pictured above (Clockwise from left)Witold HarrisonBirtwistle and Gavin Hendersonin the Courtyard, 1985Diego Masson, Gavin Henderson andHarrison Birtwistle in the Courtyard,2000Alan Hacker, Gavin Henderson andHarrison Birtwistle in the Courtyard,2006Thomas Adès and JohnWoolrich, 1994Lou Harrison and Diego Masson in theGreat Hall, 1996 Dame Emma Kirkby in the Courtyard,1985Joanna MacGregor teaching, 1994Karine Georgian cello masterclass, 1998Kate and Helen Ashby singingmadrigalsin the gardens, 1996Alphorns in the Tiltyard, 2006David Miller and the Baroque Orchestra,2004

Photos: Kate Mount and Charles DavisGavin Henderson CBE Artistic Director

Many are committed to the futureof this ‘pocket paradise’, but sadlyDiegoMasson has decided torelinquish his role at the SummerSchool. His work, over some twenty-eight years, in building up theFestival Orchestra and nurturing aremarkable stream of conductingtalent, is exceptional by anystandards. His concerts in 2010 willbe a truly valedictory experience.

It has been a privilege to work withsomany extraordinary people –both the artists who come to lead,and those who come to participatein this quite intoxicating gathering.I hope that youwill findmuch toengage with in this Summer Schoolprogramme.We look forwardto welcoming you at Dartingtonfor the 2010 Summer School.

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Thankyou...Wewould like to extend our thanks to all thebusinesses, organisations, trusts and individualsthat supported Dartington International SummerSchool in 2009. These included:Ann BarberArts Council EnglandCentral School of Speechand DramaColin Booth Early KeyboardInstrumentsDaphne PearceDartington College of ArtsDartington InternationalSummer School FoundationDartington TradingCompanyEleanor Barton TrustEtain ToddsFriends of the SummerSchool at DartingtonGreat Britain SasakawaFoundationIngpen &Williams LtdJapan FoundationKenneth CounterKing Edward VI CommunityCollege, Totnes

Lord and Lady Lurgan TrustMalcolm ScobleMark LoweMirhane McLaren-HowardMrs W Godfrey-Payton TrustPennon Group plcPeter GellRichard CreedRodney DavidsonRoyal Opera HouseRVW TrustSteinway & SonsThe Behrens FoundationThe Bernarr Rainbow TrustThe Brenda Ryan FundThe John S CohenFoundationThe Dartington Hall TrustThe Elmgrant TrustThe Esther SalamanMemorial Fund for Singers

The Eversley CharitableTrustThe Harold HyamWingateFoundationThe Heathcoat TrustThe Helen Roll CharityThe KET Charitable TrustThe Leverhulme TrustThe London String QuartetFoundationThe Millichope FoundationThe Nicholas BoasCharitable TrustThe Samuel SebbaCharitable TrustThe TL TrustThe Transatlantic ArtsConsortiumThe Wakefield TrustTrinity College of MusicTrinity Laban

and the many who wishto remain anonymous.

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AweekatSummer School 04Adayat Summer School 06Course diary 08Weekone 24-31July 10Week two 31July-07August 14Week three 07-14August 18Week four 14-21August 22Week five 21-28August 26Advanced courses 30Fees&accommodation 32How to book 36Financial assistance 37Volunteering at Summer School 38Whoweare 40AboutDartington 42Do join us 44

Booking form&Chambermusic form

Dartington InternationalSummer School StaffGavin Henderson CBE Artistic DirectorEmily Hoare Creative [email protected]ê Morse-Privett [email protected] Patrick Ozzard-Low P/t [email protected] Sheridan Bookings [email protected]

The Dartington Hall TrustVaughan Lindsay Chief Executive OfficerSir David Green Chairman of the Board of Trustees

Dartington InternationalSummer School FoundationChairman David SigallRichard CreedMarcus DaveyJudith JacksonGareth KeeneSir Nicholas Kenyon CBEVal MarriottSir Humphrey MaudAnthony Steen MPPaul StrangCompany SecretaryMichael JohnsonTreasurerJohn MaddoxArtistic AdvisorGavin Henderson CBEArchivistJeremyWilson

Dartington InternationalSummer School is amember of:British Arts Festivals Association (BAFA)European Festivals Association (EFA)European Centre for the Promotion of New Music (ECPNM)Transatlantic Arts Consortium (TAC)Incorporated Society of Musicians (ISM)

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Aweek atSummerSchool

Dartington International Summer School offers a widerange of courses, embracing a huge range of instruments,genres and periods. We also present a rich and variedprogramme of performances, with concerts given byinspirational musicians of international standing.Dartington welcomes everyone who wants to enjoymusic,from conservatoire students and professionals who wishto work at their craft intensively, to those taking theirfirst tentative steps to becomingmusicians, whatevertheir age. Leading professional artists, up-and-comingtalent, enthusiastic amateurs, late-starters and completebeginners all convene in one place to experienceDartington’s particular blend of musical alchemy.

Is it forme?If you love music, then the chances are there will besomething on offer in which to immerse yourself. Mostcourses require at least a basic knowledge of music, butnot all. Some are suitable for families with children or thosewith no previous musical experience – these are markedwith a + in the brochure. Others are more specialised, andare aimed at music students and emerging professionals –marked with * or ** in the brochure (see page 30 for details).Everything is open to observers, and everyone, howeverexperienced, learns from others. Dartington welcomesmusicians of all ages, although people under 18 must beaccompanied by an adult or be part of an accredited group.

How long can I stay for?Attendance at Summer School is for a week at a time –arriving on Saturday afternoon and departing the followingSaturday morning. Prices are quoted per week, and youcan stay for as many weeks as you want.

Dartington International Summer School takesplace at the heart of the idyllic Dartington Hallestate, just outside Totnes in South Devon. Forfive weeks every summer, the estate welcomesa vibrant community ofmusicians andmusic-lovers drawn from all corners of the globe.

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What’s included in the cost?More or less everything. Please see pages 32-35 foraccommodation options and rates. Prices listed areper person, per week and include:> Full board accommodation (excluding camping and non-residential bookings: these options do not include food)

> Courses and tuition> Performances and lectures.

How do the courses work?Participants choose their courses when they book, andtake part in up to three courses each week. You can workintensively at your specialism, or you can try a few differentthings and perhaps discover a passion for something entirelynew. Some courses are described as ‘FULL TIME’ whichmeansthat participants must commit to the course for at least twobut often three ‘teaching sessions’ (see overleaf) per day. Theprecise timetable of courses is confirmed at the start of eachweek, and although we try our very best, course clashes areinevitable. We cannot guarantee that the timetable will allowyou to do all your chosen courses, but it is usually possibleto change courses when you arrive if necessary. Please seeoverleaf to get an impression of a day at Summer School.

What about performances?There are usually three performances a day, given by theartists and tutors resident at Summer School. They are atthe top of their profession and come from all over the world.Some performances involve participants as well – notablythat of the Summer School choir, which joins with theresident orchestra to give the final concert of each week.Many courses offer the opportunity to perform informallyat the end of the week. There are also a host of furtheractivities to participate in such as balls, tea-dances,processions, jam sessions, showcases and lectures.

Observers’ ticketsYou do not have to book onto the Summer School to be ableto sit in, watch and listen. Observers’ tickets are sold in themain Summer School office and cost £8.00 for a morningor afternoon session.

FacilitiesThere are various facilities available including practicerooms, computer rooms, laundry areas, a bar, a cinemaand an outdoor swimming pool.> Roundhouse CaféThe Roundhouse Café is located to the rear of the mediaevalCourtyard. The Café is open every day between 10am-8pmand provides a cheerful and relaxing space in which topurchase local and organic produce including homemadecakes, Luscombe Farm juices, Sharpham wines, organic teas,coffees and ice-creams.> Alexander TechniqueThere will be an open introductory talk at the beginning ofeach week, and private lessons are available from our on-sitepractitioners, Danny McGowan and Sarah Paice. Lessons canbe arranged with Danny and Sarah, but please be aware thatthe cost of these is not included in the Summer School fee.

Sheetmusic and scoresFor some courses, music is provided. For others, you willneed to obtain the music in advance, or when you arrive.Music lists for each course are sent to participants in June.If your course is not on the list, you will not need to getmusic in advance.> Music ShopDuring Summer School, Brian Jordan Music, Books andFacsimiles is based in the main Courtyard, and sells a widerange of sheet music, including the repertoire for each week’scourses. Music can be purchased on arrival, or you can ordermusic in advance by contacting:Brian Jordan Music, Books and Facsimiles10 Green Street, Cambridge, CB23JUTel: +44 [0]1223 322368 Email: [email protected]> LibraryDartington library stocks a wide range of solo, chamberand ensemble repertoire. It’s a useful resource for findingmusic at short notice. The library is run by Marina van EKummer and opens Monday to Friday 10.30-11.30, 1.15-2.00and 3.30-4.30 during Summer School. The library is shut onThursday mornings.

‘ The Summer School is a battery-charging, spirit-lifting tonic to brainand senses; a time for discovering new skills or honing old ones; formaking friends with like-minded souls; for putting aside the dailygrind of commuting and mortgage-paying and revelling instead ina universe in which life is devoted to the pursuit of art.’Richard Morrison The Times, August 26 2009

Pictured oppositeChoir rehearsalin the Great HallPictured above

Quartet rehearsalin the Great Hall



AdayatSummerSchool

The first session of the day featurestwo of Dartington’s great institutions:

>Main ChoirThe Choir is the perfect morning wake-up call for those whowant to raise their voices in song and learn a major workfrom scratch in less than a week. The choir is un-auditionedand open to all, and the course culminates in a publicperformance with orchestra in Dartington’s historic GreatHall. Long-standing tradition has it that the Summer SchoolChoir is directed by distinguished conductors – Sir ColinDavis, Sir Mark Elder, Sir John Eliot Gardiner, Jane Glover,Richard Hickox, Sir Charles Mackerras, Sir Roger Norrington,Andrew Parrott and Sir Simon Rattle, have all wielded thebaton of the Summer School choir in the past.

> Orchestral WorkshopLike the choir, the Orchestral Workshop is un-auditionedand is open to all instruments and abilities; similarly,it also tackles a new work each week. The OrchestralWorkshop extends a warm welcome to everyone, andis perfect for those who fancy anything from Biberto Bruckner for breakfast.

Summer School participants spendtheir days studying, and attendperformances in the evening.

Sessionone9.15am-10.45am

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Choose up to two options from a variety of courses:

> Instrumental & Vocal ClassesProfessional tuition is offered not only in a wide rangeof the usual vocal and instrumental disciplines – voice,wind, brass, string and keyboard – but also for moreunusual instruments, mandolin, accordion, lute andbaroque flute amongst others. However, not everyinstrument is represented each week, so please chooseyour week(s) carefully.Some instrumental classes aim at high technical standardssuitable for students and emerging professionals (see page30 for details). Many instrumental classes are open to allabilities, and the exact time allocated to each participantvaries. Other classes tend to be workshop in style, engagingseveral people at one time. You can generally expect toreceive at least 30 minutes of individual tuition each week,plus the invaluable experience of observing others. Wealways leave the exact class structure to the discretionof the tutor.

> General CoursesThese include vocal ensembles, balinese gamelan, mediaevaland renaissance music, baroque dance, jive, jazz andimprovised music, singer songwriting, and intermediateand beginners composition – to name but a few! Whilst mostcourses are open to everyone, there are also opportunitiesfor students and emerging professionals to undertake morespecialised courses (see page 30 for details).

> Chamber MusicWe run a variety of chamber music courses, some structured,somemore flexible. Most of the courses are open to pre-formed groups, as well as individuals looking to play withnew people. All groups will have some opportunities forprofessional coaching. Please see individual coursedescriptions for further details. All participants intendingto participate in chamber music MUST complete a chambermusic form (found on the back of the centre-spread bookingsheet) when booking.

Evening performances are given by the artists teachingat Summer School – inspirational musicians ofinternational standing. A brochure of performancesis sent to all Summer School participants in June.Access to all performances is included in the SummerSchool fee for each week; you can attend as manyevents as you like.

Sessionstwo&three

Eveningperformances5.00pm/8.15pm/10.30pm

Session2: latemorningSession3:mid afternoon

‘ I truly enjoyed singing in the choir.It was a pleasure making musicunder such a great conductor,singing with such a wide rangeof people, and of course, learningsuch amazing music! I met themost wonderful people from allover the world, and I think we shallbe friends for a long time to come.I can’t wait to return next year!’Claire Hazelton Participant 2009

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rehearsalsPictured above

Madama Butterfly,Advanced Opera

Coursediary

+ These courses are suitable for those with littleor no musical experience.

* These courses are open to advanced participantsonly. Please see page 30 for details.

ONEWEEK COURSESChoirRobert HollingworthOrchestralWorkshopRhiannon EvansVocalEnsemblesI FagioliniChamberMusicRhiannon EvansBarbirolli QuartetInstrumentaland Vocal ClassesDame Emma Kirkby*VoiceNicholas Clapton*VoiceMartino Tirimo*PianoDavid Miller*Lute, Theorbo &Baroque GuitarGail HennessyBaroque OboeJill KempRecorderHarpsichordMasterclass*Colin TilneyContinuofrom ScratchColin BoothBaroqueDance+Sarah Cremer

Viol ConsortsThe Rose Consortof ViolsMediaeval &Renaissance MusicThe Dufay CollectiveNewWinein Old BottlesJohnWoolrichBalineseGamelan+Saj Heming

TWOWEEK COURSESBaroqueOrchestra*Nicolette Moonen &JennyWard-ClarkeEarly BrassDavid Staff& Emily WhiteJazz &Improvised MusicKeith Tippett& Lewis Riley

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ONEWEEK COURSESChoirJamesWeeksOrchestralWorkshopLeigh O’HaraVocalEnsemblesStile AnticoChamberChoirJohn HancornOrdo VirtutumChorusMichael FieldsChamberMusicRhiannon EvansBrook Street BandInstrumentaland Vocal ClassesEvelyn Tubb*VoiceStephen VarcoeVoiceStephen Gutman*PianoLeigh O’HaraPianoPeter SheppardSkærvedViolinMichael FieldsLute and LutesongStephen PrestonBaroque FluteBenny AghassiBaroque Bassoon

HarpsichordMasterclass*Colin TilneyOrganMasterclass*David TitteringtonTry the HarpsichordColin BoothEcosonics+Stephen PrestonWriting for Piano:Aubades, Serenadesand NocturnesStephen Gutman&Martin ButlerModern JiveDance+Alina HancornSinger SongwritingJulian MarshallWrite an OperaRoyal Opera House

TWOWEEK COURSESBaroqueOrchestra*Walter Reiter &Caroline BrownEarlyBrassDavid Staff& Emily WhiteJazz &Improvised MusicKeith Tippett& Lewis Riley

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‘ I feel overwhelmedby the fantasticexperience ofspending weeksamong the mosttalented musicianswith such warmhearts.’Pedro Lopez Advanced Conductingbursary student 2009


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ONEWEEK COURSESChoirHilary DavanWettonOrchestralWorkshopStephen DummerChamberChoirJeremyWalkerVocalEnsemblesEXAUDIChamberMusicBecka RickardSolstice QuartetInstrumentaland Vocal ClassesJessica CashVoiceIan PartridgeVoiceJoanna MacGregor*PianoHelen ReidPianoMatthew TruslerViolinPeter SulskiViolaKarine Georgian*CelloDavid KenedyCelloPeter BuckokeDouble BassAlison StephensMandolinCraig OgdenGuitar

Anna NoakesFluteMelinda MaxwellOboeStephen DummerClarinetLaurence PerkinsBassoonStephen StirlingHornJohnWallaceTrumpetDavid PurserTromboneIanWatsonAccordionOrganMasterclass*David TitteringtonWind-and-StringsCombined ChamberMusic*Laurence Perkins &David KenedyChoralCompositionJamesWeeksNew RhythmsTunde JegedeTango Music& Dance+Laura Hansen& Carlos Morera

THREEWEEK COURSEAdvancedConducting*Diego Masson

ONEWEEK COURSESChoirBob ChilcottOrchestralWorkshopRichard HeasonChamberChoirBob ChilcottChamberMusicBarbara SueWhiteDuke QuartetIsrael Piano TrioInstrumentaland Vocal ClassesRichard Edgar Wilson*VoiceDella JonesVoiceKatharina WolpePianoDavid Owen NorrisPianoMiriam KramerViolinRivka Golani*ViolaKarine Georgian*CelloPeter BuckokeDouble BassLynda CoffinFluteSarah FrancisOboeAlan Hacker*Clarinet

Laurence PerkinsBassoonGerard McChrystalSaxophoneJulian BakerHornPaul ArchibaldTrumpetJohn KennyTromboneWind ChamberMusicLaurence PerkinsSongs fromthe ShowsRobert PurvisTheatreOrchestraRobert PurvisAdvancedPercussion Course*Joby BurgessDancing Voice/Singing BodyMeredith Monk andVocal EnsembleThe Elysian Quartet

TWOWEEK COURSESAdvancedComposition*Julian AndersonAdvancedOpera*Alexander Oliver


ONEWEEK COURSESChoirGraeme JenkinsChamberMusicBarbara SueWhiteStanford QuartetInstrumentaland Vocal classesLinda HirstVoiceAdrian ThompsonVoiceRolf Hind*PianoAndrew ZolinskyPianoJack LiebeckViolinPeter ReitHornGraham Ashton& Rich ClymerTrumpetTim AlbrightTromboneKyle TurnerTubaAdvanced BrassChamber Music*New YorkChamber Brass(Ensemble-in-Residence, PurchaseCollege, StateUniversity of New York)Compositionfor BeginnersPeter Copley

IntermediateCompositionPeter CopleyPierrot Lunaire*Linda HirstMercury QuintetDartington FestivalLight OrchestraAlan GoutAndy BakerPeter PooleSalsa BandBosco de OliveiraGospel ChoirCarol Pemberton

TWOWEEK COURSESAdvancedComposition*Julian AndersonAdvanced Opera*Alexander Oliver


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Week oneStriggio in sixty parts! Lost for 400 years,recently discovered and premiered at theProms, this remarkable work will be thecentrepiece of the choral repertoire forweek1. This vast polychoral programme,accompanied by other split-choir piecesby Scheidt and the Gabrielis using earlybrass, viols and recorders, will be led byRobert Hollingworth and I Fagiolini. ColinTilney returns for Bach’s ‘48’ on clavichord,and wewelcome back the Dufay Collective.

It’s not all early music – JohnWoolrichleads a composition course in new workfor ‘period instruments’, while MartinoTirimo will be giving us part of his Chopincycle. Keith Tippett and Lewis Riley, asever, lead the Jazz. There will be gamelanfor all, and we also hope to include anew work by Orlando Gough, for all to joinin, and a programme of Indian Music –watch the web for updates.

ONEWEEK COURSES

ChoirDirector Robert HollingworthAlessandro Striggio Missa sopra ‘Ecco sì beato giorno’(c.1566), for five choirs in 40 and 60 parts.Please see our website and music lists for further details.The choir will also explore polychoral works by the Gabrielisand Samuel Scheidt.

Orchestral WorkshopDirector Rhiannon EvansThe all-comers orchestra will study instrumental music fromthe 17th Century, including antiphonal works by Gabrieliand Biber. Instruments need to be at modern pitch (A 440).Players of all levels are welcome.

Vocal EnsemblesDirectors I FagioliniGroups will explore a wide selection of Renaissance repertoire,both secular and sacred. Sight-reading skills are obviouslyimportant, but the core repertoire will be available in advanceto learn. We generally have too many sopranos and notenough tenors and basses. A way around this is to comein a pre-formed group and to prepare some works yourself(your own choice or from the course list) so you can receivecoaching and not just help in reading. But individuals arewelcome too, of course!

Chamber MusicCoordinator Rhiannon Evanswith the Barbirolli QuartetThe chamber music course will offer one formally organisedsession each day. Each participant will be assigned to agroup in advance, and suitable repertoire chosen dependingon numbers and standards. Any pre-formed groups arewelcome to bring their own repertoire. Groups can gettogether informally at other times (when some coachingmay also be available).If you wish to take part in this course, please complete the

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Pictured oppositeBaroque Orchestra

Pictured aboveKeith Tippett,Jazz tutor

Choir rehearsalin the Great Hall

Chamber Music booking form with your application before1st June 2010, as places are limited. If you have any specificrequests for pieces you would like to work on please mentionthese on the form and we will do our best to include them.You will be contacted with details of your group andsuggested repertoire before the start of Summer School.

Instrumental and Vocal ClassesDame Emma Kirkby Voice**Nicholas Clapton Voice*Martino Tirimo Piano*David Miller Lute, Theorbo and Baroque Guitar*Gail Hennessy Baroque OboeJill Kemp Recorder

HarpsichordMasterclass*Director Colin TilneyEnglish Virginalists: Byrd, Bull, Gibbons, Tomkins.Choose a prelude, a pavan-and-galliard pair, a variation-setand a dance (or character piece) – one from each composer(four pieces in all, not sixteen!).

Continuo from ScratchDirector Colin BoothAn introduction to the art of playing from the bass, a methodof accompaniment by improvisation. Those finding playingcontinuo from realisations unrewarding will be amazed asColin reveals the simplicity and attractiveness of the method,having participants playing from the bass within five days!During weeks 1 and 2, Colin will also offer some hands-onintroductory sessions for pianists interested in trying thatexotic beast: the Harpsichord!

Baroque Dance+Director Sarah CremerThis course is open to all ages and abilities, and explores thedances of Rameau’s opera Dardanus. In close collaborationwith the Baroque Orchestra, all instrumentalists will beinvited to dance.

Viol ConsortsSongs without WordsDirectors The Rose Consort of ViolsThis course for viol consort players will explore the musicof some of the greatest English composers of the Elizabethanand Jacobean periods, including Tallis, Byrd and Gibbons:all were skilled singers as well as composers, and imbuedtheir instrumental music with their profound understandingof word-setting. Their fantasias, dance music and InNomines provide a wealth of wonderful music to investigate,as does their vocal music when performed on viols.Competent sight-reading is essential: numbers are limitedand it may be necessary to select participants to formbalanced groups. There may be opportunities for viol playersto work with singers or lutenists, and there will be twosessions during the week when complete beginners can‘try the viol’.

Mediaeval & RenaissanceMusicDirectors The Dufay CollectiveThe Dufay Collective return for their much-loved course inearly music from the 12th to the 16th centuries. Participantsshould bring their own instruments, be able to read music,and be willing to work in mixed ensembles. Existingensembles are welcome. Singers should state their voicetype and area of interest. Individual and group coachingcan be arranged directly with the tutors. Classes will covermediaeval and renaissance instrumental ensemble andvocal consorts.

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Pictured above (L-R)Recorder playersin the gardensDavid Staff withearly brass players,Great HallSaj Hemming,gamelan tutor

+ These courses are suitable for those with little or no musical experience. * These classes are for advanced participants only.** These classes are for advanced participants only and are subject to an application process. See page 30 for details.

NewWine in Old BottlesDirector John WoolrichThis exciting new composition course is designed forcomposers who want to write newmusic for periodinstruments. The course will explore the cultural andhistorical context of early instruments, with a particularfocus on how specific concerns of timbre, range andtexture may inform contemporary writing. Participantswill have considerable instrumental forces at their disposal.The course will be suitable for those with at least someexperience of composition, and will culminate in aninformal concert of works written during the week.

Balinese Gamelan+Director Saj HemingThe wonderful Indonesian tuned percussion instrumentsof the gamelan vary widely in terms of the level ofmusicianship required to play them. Anybody, regardlessof age or previous musical experience, is welcome to takepart in this week of Balinese gamelan. There will be sessionsfor beginners and for more advanced players, and thecourse will culminate in a short, informal performance.

TWOWEEK COURSES

Baroque Orchestra*FULL TIMEDirectors Nicolette Moonen and Jenny Ward-ClarkeThe Baroque Orchestra will work on an orchestral suite fromRameau’s opera Dardanus, and repertoire for this week’schoral concert. This is the first week of a two week course.Participants must commit to both weeks.Please note that this course is subject to a processof application – see page 30 for details.Deadline for applications: 16th April.

Early Brass: Cornetts and SackbutsFULL TIMEDirectors David Staff & Emily WhiteThis course is for Cornett and Sackbut players, workingon 16th and 17th century repertoire. The mornings arededicated to Cornett sessions with David, whilst Emilyworks separately with the Sackbuts. Weather and dailyschedule permitting, we will come together and play towermusic at lunchtimes and in the evening from Dartington’sclock tower. Other performance opportunities will be foundin the Summer School’s evening concerts. This is the firstweek of a two week course. It is possible to attend oneor both weeks.

Jazz and ImprovisedMusicFULL TIMEDirectors Keith Tippett & Lewis RileywithJulie Tippetts VoiceBen Clark DrumsJohn Richards Double BassBen Waghorn SaxophoneThis jazz course is open to instrumentalists and singers, withor without jazz experience, and covers a wide range of stylesand approaches with an emphasis on improvisation. Therewill be three daily workshops on standard and Latin jazz,voice improvisation and contemporary improvisation as wellas individual help from the course tutors. All are welcomeregardless of age or standard. This is the first week of a two-week course. It is possible to attend one or both weeks.

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‘ I am drawn back to Dartington time and time againdue to the magical way that the Summer School canmake the familiar seem fresh and exciting, and theunfamiliar seem warm and welcoming.’Richard Heason Artist 2009

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dramatic oratorios with Alexander’sFeast – and what a feast with Bach’sMagnificat included! And Telemannalso –with the Cantatas for the Timesof the Day to be performed at theirappointed hours – the sort of thing youcan only do at a residential summerschool. Telemann will also feature in theconcerts of the Baroque Orchestra andPeter Sheppard Skærved.

Britten’s Turn of the Screw will be stagedin the old Dartington Hall graveyard, anda fully staged production of Hildegard vonBingen’s Ordo Virtutumwill be presentedin St Mary’s Church, Totnes. The RoyalOpera House returns for its teacher’scourse on creating new opera. Composingfor piano will be the focus of MartinButler’s course with Stephen Gutman,whilst Julian Marshall leads a programmefor Singer Songwriting. The week willbe rounded off with the Jive Ball.

ONEWEEK COURSESChoirDirector James WeeksHandel Alexander’s Feast (Bärenreiter, sung in English)Bach Magnificat (Bärenreiter, sung in Latin)

Orchestral WorkshopDirector Leigh O’HaraTelemann TafelmusikThe all-comers orchestra will study a selection of works fromTelemann’s Tafelmusik. Players of all levels are welcome.

Vocal EnsemblesDirectors Stile AnticoA course for singers of all abilities exploring the wealthof sacredmusic written for private performance ratherthan liturgical use. Using a collection of music rangingfrom simple metrical psalms to some of themost complexsacredmadrigals, and including works by Cornysh, Byrd,and Tomkins, participants will be divided into smallgroups (though pre-formed groups are welcome) withthe aim of singing one to a part for those confidentto do so. A booklet of the course music, costing £10,will be available for participants to buy at the beginningof the week.Places are limited to 60, so please book early to avoiddisappointment.

Chamber ChoirDirector John HancornThe chamber choir will study Telemann’s Cantatas"Die Tageszeiten” (The Times of the Day) TVWV 20:39.The course will culminate in an end of week performance.

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Pictured aboveBaroque Orchestra

viola playerVocal Ensemblesin the gardens

Ordo Virtutum ChorusDirector Michael FieldsMichael Fields will direct two short choruses for stagedperformances of Hildegard von Bingen’s music drama,Ordo Virtutum. This course will run directly after theChamber Choir. Chamber Choir participants are welcometo take part in either or both of these courses.

Chamber MusicCoordinator Rhiannon Evanswith the Brook Street Band directed by Tatty TheoPlease see pages 11-12 for course description.

Instrumental and Vocal ClassesEvelyn Tubb Voice*Stephen Varcoe VoiceStephen Gutman Piano*Leigh O’Hara PianoPeter Sheppard Skærved ViolinMichael Fields Lute and LutesongStephen Preston Baroque FluteBenny Aghassi Baroque BassoonPlease note that participants for Evelyn Tubb’s classwill be chosen by audition at the start of the week.

HarpsichordMasterclass*Director Colin TilneyJ.S.Bach The Six French SuitesChoose six different kinds of dance, one from each suite.(There should be one allemande, one courante and onesarabande in your selection.)

OrganMasterclass**Director David TitteringtonFrançois Couperin:Messe pour les Convents.Participants can prepare any section or movementsof the Mass (Kyrie, Gloria etc).J.S.Bach: Free choice of work.Please note this class is subject to a processof application – see page 30 for details.Closing date for applications: 9th April.

Try the HarpsichordDirector Colin BoothColin Booth will again this week offer some hands-onintroductory sessions for pianists interested in tryingthat exotic beast: the Harpsichord!

Exploring the Roots of Music –Ecosonics+Director Stephen PrestonA course for players interested in exploring the soundstheir instruments make as a basic form of communication.Ecosonic improvisation focuses on ideas of natural sound-making, on birdsong, and on dialogues, or relationshipsbetween sound and emotion. Of particular value to teacherswho work with people with little experience of musicalinstruments.

Writing for Piano:Aubades, Serenades and NocturnesDirectors Stephen Gutman &Martin ButlerThis course will explore models that refer to the timesof the day, exploring a wide range of techniques usedby composers in different ages. We will then use thisas a basis for writing short new works culminating inan end-of-week concert.

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‘ Wonderful! My first Summer School and I see whatI’ve been missing! It’s so good to hear such incredibleconcerts and study with such respected musicians –all in a week! The confidence and competenceI gained should last a lifetime.’Graham Bier Bursary Student 2009

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Modern Jive Dance+Director Alina HancornModern Jive is one of the fastest growing andmost popularpartner dance styles, with over 400,000 people dancing it inthe UK alone. With no complicated footwork Modern Jive isextremely easy to learn and can be danced to a variety ofmusic styles, from swing and rock-n-roll to Latin andmoderncharts. The course is designed for complete beginners, andwill take you through the most popular moves, stylishcombinations and seductive turns. We string these togetherat the end of each class – you'll be able to "freestyle" in notime! The course culminates in a Ball where you’ll be ableto dance the night away to a blistering set of tunes.

Singer SongwritingFULL TIMEDirector Julian MarshallThis course will cover all aspects of writing songs, includingmelody, harmony, sequences, lyrics, form, arrangementand production, and will provide plenty of opportunities toworkshop ideas. This course is open to all who are interestedin beginning or developing their songwriting andperformance skills.

Write an Opera:Professional Development for TeachersDirectors Royal Opera HouseWe welcome again the Royal Opera House to lead theirinternationally acclaimed course for school-teachers. Ledby a team of professional artists, the course equips teacherswith practical skills to support the development of theirstudents’ learning through the arts. It provides the toolsand structures to enable the undertaking of an in-schoolproject in which students are able to devise and stagetheir own opera from scratch.Prior booking is essential for this course. To request anapplication form, please contact ROH Education directlyon 020 7212 9410 or email [email protected]

TWOWEEK COURSESBaroque Orchestra*FULL TIMEDirectors Walter Reiter & Caroline BrownThe Baroque Orchestra will perform works by Bach andTelemann, as well as repertoire for this week’s choral concert.This is the second week of a two week course. Participantsmust commit to both weeks.Please note that this course is subject to an applicationprocess – see page 30 for details.Deadline for applications: 16th April.

Early Brass: Trumpets and TrombonesFULL TIMEDirectors David Staff & Emily WhiteThis course is for those who are interested in the history,development and playing of the late seventeenth,eighteenth and nineteenth century trumpet and trombone.Trumpeters will focus on trumpet ensembles, workingwithout vent holes as much as possible. Trombonists willfocus on trombone choir music and will have the opportunityto play period instruments encompassing five hundredyears of the instrument’s history. This is the second weekof Early Brass, and it is possible to attend just one or bothweeks of this course.

Jazz and ImprovisedMusicFULL TIMEDirectors Keith Tippett & Lewis RileywithJulie Tippetts VoiceBen Clark DrumsJohn Richards Double BassBen Waghorn SaxophoneThis is the second week of a two week course.Please see page 13 for further details.

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3Week threeWe conclude our journey though

Haydn’s ‘Esterházy Masses’ withthe Harmoniemesse, plus a first forDartington with Saint-Saëns’ Requiem.VaughanWilliams is featured in anumber of projects including theLondon Symphony for the all-comersorchestra, and the chamber choirwith Flos Campi. Harrison Birtwistlewill be working with writer StephenPlaice, director Stephen Langridge anddesigner Alison Chitty on a new workof music theatre, and JamesWeeksleads a course in Choral Composition.

We welcome back JoannaMacGregor,and Helen Reid will perform the newlycommissioned piano concerto by DavidMatthews. Another premiere will be BenWallfisch’s work for chamber choir andorchestra. Tunde Jegede will introducea project on African Classical music,as well as making a documentary workaround the slavemusician Joseph Emidy.A week of wind, brass and strings iscomplemented with accordion andmandolin, plus the ever popular Tango.

ONEWEEK COURSESChoirDirector Hilary Davan WettonHaydn Harmoniemesse (Bärenreiter, sung in Latin)Saint-Saëns Requiem (Kalmus, sung in Latin)

Orchestral WorkshopDirector Stephen DummerVaughanWilliams A London SymphonyThe all-comers orchestra will study Vaughan Williams’London Symphony. Players of all abilities are welcome.

Chamber ChoirDirector JeremyWalkerThe chamber choir will explore a number of early twentieth-century English works, including Vaughan Williams' Towardthe Unknown Region and the enigmatic Flos Campi, for soloviola, small orchestra and wordless choir.This course is best suited to experienced singers. Participantsmay be chosen by audition at the beginning of the week.

Vocal EnsemblesDirectors EXAUDIThe vocal ensembles course will study a range of 20th centuryEnglish part songs (with a few forays into the 19th and 21st),including Britten’s Flower Songs, Vaughan Williams, Stanford,Tippett, Skempton and others. Unlike the choral courses, theemphasis will be on consort singing, one-to-a-part as far aspossible, and participants will need to be confident in holdinga solo line. As well as learning and (informally) performing therepertoire, there will also be the opportunity to work on vocaltechnique and the art of ensemble singing with members ofEXAUDI during the sessions.

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Tango BallPictured aboveFlautist in the

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Chamber MusicDirector Becka Rickardwith the Solstice QuartetFor all the following options, you MUST complete a chambermusic form and indicate your preference, (FULL-, PART- orTEA-TIME), when you book. Places are limited and will befilled on a first-come, first-served basis. Coaching from theresident quartet will be available for all options.FULL-TIMESign up in advance to do chamber music from11.15-12.45AND 2.15-3.45. You will be assigned a morning group andan afternoon group. Groups and repertoire will be fixedby1 June andmusic sent out for pre-practice by1 July.PART-TIMEChoose whether to do 11.15-12.45 OR 2.15-3.45 when youarrive, depending on the week’s schedule. Groups andrepertoire are fixed on the Sundaymorning of week three,so you should not expect to start playing until Sundayafternoon or Mondaymorning.TEA-TIMESign up to do chamber music from 3.45-4.45 every day (i.e.after the normal teaching schedule) in order to avoid clashes.Groups and repertoire will be fixed by 1 June andmusic sentout for pre-practice by 1 July.PLUS ‘THE CHAMBER POT’A daily play-through of major works from the chambermusic repertoire from 3.45-4.45 – no need to sign up inadvance. Absolutely all are welcome, but you should beprepared to double-up or swap if necessary.If none of these options suit you, there will be notice boardsandmeetings where you can arrange your own informalgroups, but please be aware that you are unlikely to receivecoaching from the Solstice Quartet.

Instrumental and Vocal ClassesJessica Cash VoiceIan Partridge VoiceJoanna MacGregor Piano*Helen Reid PianoMatthew Trusler ViolinPeter Sulski ViolaKarine Georgian Cello**David Kenedy CelloPeter Buckoke Double BassAlison Stephens MandolinCraig Ogden GuitarAnna Noakes FluteMelinda Maxwell OboeStephen Dummer ClarinetLaurence Perkins BassoonStephen Stirling HornJohn Wallace TrumpetDavid Purser TromboneIan Watson Accordion

OrganMasterclass**Director David TitteringtonFree-choice of romantic or contemporary works suitableto be played on the organs of St Mary’s Totnes and St John’sChurch Torquay. The specification of these instrumentscan be found on the NPOR (National Pipe Organ Register)website: www.npor.org.ukPlease advise the Summer School office of your repertoirechoice when you apply.Please note this class is subject to a process of application –see page 30 for details.Closing date for applications: 9th April.

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Pictured above (L-R)Vocal participantKarine Georgianrehearsing inthe Great HallCarlos Morera,Tango tutor


Wind-and-Strings CombinedChamber Music*Directors Laurence Perkins and David KenedyBach Brandenburg Concerto no 4 (2 flutes, violin, tuttistrings, harpsichord continuo)Dvorak Serenade in Dminor, op 44 (2 oboes, 2 clarinets,2 bassoons, 3 horns, 1 cello, 1 double-bass.)An exciting and rewarding opportunity to explore in depthtwo large-ensemble masterpieces. Please note that this isa course for diploma standard players – only apply for thesegroups if you are well above grade 8 standard and confidentin tackling music which is musically and technicallychallenging. Music will be sent out in advance for personalpractice, and players will be expected to know theirindividual parts. Daily tutored sessions will lead to aninformal performance at the end of the week. Other mixedensemble works will be available for general chamber music.Please note that the Bach will be performed onmoderninstruments at modern pitch (A440). Places for bothensembles will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Choral CompositionDirector James WeeksUnder the guidance of James Weeks, participants will writea short piece to be performed informally at the end of theweek by vocal ensemble EXAUDI, who will also be availableto test material during the writing process. All pieces shouldbe composed to English texts written before 1700 andparticipants should select their text prior to arrival (it is agood idea to bring alternatives as well). Pre-composed pieceswill not be eligible for performance at the end of the course,though it is acceptable to bring sketch material to work onduring the week. The total available forces are eight solovoices, SSAATTBB, and any combination of those voices maybe used (it is not essential to use all eight). One or both altosmay be countertenors. The course is limited to eightparticipants, and participants must sign up before the startof the week.

NewRhythmsDirector Tunde JegedeAn exciting opportunity for woodwind, brass and string playersto work closely with a composer on his own works. TundeJegede is a composer, producer andmulti-instrumentalistwho is uniquely placed between the worlds of ContemporaryClassical, African and Jazz music. This series of workshopswill examine notions of expression in contemporary classicalmusic, with particular emphasis on rhythm, and participantswill learn and play Tunde’s compositions. There will also bea series of complementary lectures.

TangoMusic and Dance+Directors Laura Hansen & Carlos MoreraLaura and Carlos return with their much-loved Tango course,which includes lessons in both music and dance separately.Anybody with proper shoes (no rubber soles) is welcome atthe dance workshop. In the music workshop, no previousexperience of Tango is necessary but instrumentalists (allstrings, flutes and piano) need some sight-reading ability.Participants should commit for the whole week in order toenjoy the Tango Ball.

THREEWEEK COURSEAdvanced Conducting**FULL TIMEDirector Diego MassonThis is the first week of a three week course, and offers theopportunity for advanced conductors to work intensivelyunder the direction of internationally renowned conductor,Diego Masson. This course is subject to a process ofapplication and audition, and participants must committo all three weeks.Please see page 30 for details.Closing date for applications: 12th March.Please note that this course will finish on Monday 30thAugust as there will be a performance on Sunday 29th.

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‘ Dartington is definitely one of those places where magic happens.I think it's the only place on earth where in the morning I sang lutesong, in the afternoon Iwas coached on a Puccini aria before enjoyinga spot of croquet; in the evening I went to a jive ball, and then, to endthe day, I dropped in on a jazz concert. Oh, and the food is great!’Rhiannon Llewellyn Participant 2009


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4Week fourA week with a distinct Viennese flavour

concludes with Schubert’s Mass in E flat –led by Bob Chilcott, who will also directhis work on Aesop’s Fables with thechamber choir. The Festival Orchestraperform Schubert’s ‘Great’ C majorSymphony plus Berg’s Violin Concerto.Berg’s chamber music and songs willfeature across the week.

Julian Anderson begins the two weekAdvanced Composition course, andwe welcomeMeredith Monk, theextraordinary composer, singer anddancer to Summer School for the firsttime – though she came earlier toDartington to workshop her Songsof Ascension with the Elysian Quartetas part of the TAC programme.

StephenMontague will be with usfor an ‘all Summer School’ participatoryexperience (who can forget hisApparitions!), whilst the OrchestralWorkshop tackles Bruckner’s 8thSymphony– complete withWagnerTubas. Lighten up with Songs fromthe Shows – sing, or play in theTheatre Orchestra.

ONEWEEK COURSESChoirDirector Bob ChilcottSchubert Mass in E flat (Edition Peters, sung in Latin)Brahms Alto Rhapsody (new arrangement for full choirin preparation by Bob Chilcott. Details tbc on our websiteand in the music lists.)

Orchestral WorkshopDirector Richard HeasonBruckner Symphony no 8The all-comers orchestra, with coaching from coursetutors, will work on Bruckner's symphonic masterpiece,leading to a performance at the end of the week.

Chamber ChoirDirector Bob ChilcottThis course is suitable for keen and able singers, and willexplore Schubert’s Gebet and Christ ist erstanden, as wellas Chilcott’s Aesop's Fables, one of which is based on theSchubert song Du bist die Ruh.

Chamber MusicCoordinator Barbara Sue Whitewith the Duke Quartet and Israel Piano Trio> Any one, at any level, may play in chamber music groups.Ensembles are formed at an initial chamber music meetingand through open sign-ups.

> Players select their own timetable and repertoire. Somepeople prefer to remain with the same group all week,whilst others participate in a variety of ensembles.

> Bring your ownmusic stand and some chamber music,or borrowmusic from the Summer School Library.

> Special help is available for those without chambermusic experience, and everyone is welcome to joinin for the orchestral version of the Mendelssohn Octet,

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Pictured oppositeChamber Musicparticipants

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Trombone tutorWind ensemble

Bach Brandenburgs, and the Brahms Sextet op18.These sessions are led by the resident quartet.> Coaches are often willing to play and coach from withingroups, offering all participants, of every standard, theopportunity to play with professionals.

> For pianists who prepare a specific chamber music work,the coordinator will arrange a play-through. Coachingwill also be available if desired.

Instrumental and Vocal ClassesRichard Edgar Wilson Voice*Della Jones VoiceKatharina Wolpe PianoDavid Owen Norris PianoMiriam Kramer ViolinRivka Golani Viola*Karine Georgian Cello**Peter Buckoke Double BassLynda Coffin FluteSarah Francis OboeAlan Hacker Clarinet*Laurence Perkins BassoonGerard McChrystal SaxophoneJulian Baker Horn and Wagner Tuba(Please note that a set of Wagner Tubaswill be available for use by horn players)Paul Archibald TrumpetJohn Kenny Trombone

Wind Chamber MusicDirector Laurence PerkinsAnother great week for those who enjoy playing windchamber music! This course is open to players (flute, oboe,clarinet, bassoon, horn) from around grade 3 to diplomastandard, exploring a wide range of music for small and largeensembles, including some of the wonderful Viennese windrepertoire. Players who sign up for this course will beexpected to commit to the allocated session times each day,and will be allocated a group with other players of roughly

similar standard, with tutoring in some of the sessions.There will also be opportunities for playing with otherchamber groups through the week. Please note that it isnot possible to send out music beforehand for this course –parts will be distributed on the Sunday to all players.Please ensure that you are as accurate as possible in yourself-assessment of playing standard when applying.

Songs from the ShowsDirector Robert PurvisThis course, aimed at singers of all abilities and experience,will take a boisterous journey through the world of musicaltheatre, with songs by great names such as Porter, Loesser,Lerner, and discovering newer shows such as Avenue Q,Hairspray and A New Brain. The course will culminate in asemi-staged showcase with opportunities for solo numbersas well as choruses.

Theatre OrchestraDirector Robert PurvisThe opportunity to play through show scores with a West Endprofessional is an incredibly valuable experience for buddingpit musicians. This course will explore the unique shorthandand signals used, through a variety of well-known scores.All instrumentalists are welcome.

Advanced Percussion Course*Director Joby BurgessAimed at percussionists, as well as kit players looking tobroaden their horizons, this course is suitable for musicstudents (either aiming at or currently studying atcollege/university level) and mature students. The coursewill focus mainly on ensemble playing, discovering andlearning music by Steve Reich, John Cage, Max Roachand Frank Zappa, whilst exploring traditional music,improvisation andmany of the technical challengesof percussion playing.

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* These classes are for advanced participants only.** These classes are for advanced participants only and are subject to an application process.See page 30 for details.

Dancing Voice / Singing BodyDirectors Meredith Monk and Vocal Ensemblewith the Elysian QuartetThe Dancing Voice / Singing Body workshop offers a placewhere voice, movement and image intersect, creating aunique opportunity for participants to discover their ownpersonal inner richness. After beginning with breathingtechniques and a detailed vocal andmovement warm-up,participants work with the voice and body as instrumentsfor exploring range, timbre, gesture, resonance, character,landscape and rhythm to uncover the fundamentals ofperformance and connecting to the world. Meredith Monkis a pioneer in what is now called ‘extended vocal technique’and ‘interdisciplinary performance’, and she and theEnsemble will collaborate with the Elysian Quartet onSongs of Ascension, a performance which will require someadditional chorus, to be taken from those participatingin the workshops.

TWOWEEK COURSESAdvanced Composition**FULL TIMEDirector Julian AndersonThis is a unique opportunity to work with one of Britain’sleading composers. Six students will be selected to studywith Julian Anderson, and the course will culminate ina concert including works composed during the week.This is the first week of a two week course, and participantsmust commit to both weeks. Entry to the course is subjectto a process of application.Please see page 30 for details.Closing date for applications: 12th March.

Advanced Opera**Mozart -TheMarriage of FigaroFULL TIMEDirector Alexander OliverThis is the first week of a two-week course designedfor emerging professional and advanced student singers.Participants must commit to both weeks. AlexanderOliver will give specialist coaching. Please note thatentry to this course is subject to a process of applicationand audition.Please see page 30 for details.Please note that this course will finish on Monday 30thAugust as there will be a performance on Sunday 29th.Closing date for applications: 12th March.

THREEWEEK COURSEAdvanced Conducting**FULL TIMEDirector Diego MassonThis is the second week of a three week course.Please note that entry to this course is subjectto a process of application and audition.Please see page 30 for details.Please note that this course will finish on Monday 30thAugust as there will be a performance on Sunday 29th.Closing date for applications: 12th March.

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5Week fiveNow’s the time to say goodbye... to Gavin

Henderson, after 26 Summer Schoolsand to Diego Masson after 27 SummerSchools. Graeme Jenkins came to Gavin’sfirst Summer School in 1985 and hereconducts the Verdi Requiem by way offarewell. Lots of trumpets, of course, notonly in the Verdi but also with GrahamAshton’s New York Chamber Brass. DiegoMasson conducts the last of three semi-staged performances of The Marriageof Figaro – directed by Alexander Oliverculminating the Advanced Conductingand Advanced Opera courses.

We say farewell to Herbie Flowers,in absentia, with the Light Orchestraprogramme and resonance of RockShopin Carol Pemberton’s Gospel Choir.The Viennese theme continues withLinda Hirst’s masterclass in Schoenberg’sseminal Pierrot Lunaire – a vocaland instrumental construct that haspermeated some sixty years of SummerSchool. Parties galore and a salsa bandto boot! This is a very significant turningpoint but Summer School goes on!

ONEWEEK COURSESChoirDirector Graeme JenkinsVerdi Requiem (Ricordi, sung in Latin)

Chamber MusicCoordinator Barbara Sue Whitewith the Stanford QuartetSee pages 23-24 for course description.

Instrumental and Vocal ClassesLinda Hirst VoiceAdrian Thompson VoiceRolf Hind Piano*Andrew Zolinsky PianoJack Liebeck ViolinPeter Reit HornGraham Ashton & Rich Clymer TrumpetTim Albright TromboneKyle Turner Tuba

Advanced Brass Chamber Music*Directors New York Chamber Brass(Ensemble-in-Residence, Purchase College,State University of New York)This course will be open to both pre-existing quintets andindividual players of an advanced or diploma standard.Individual players will be accepted on a first come, firstserved basis and ensembles will be arranged as far as possiblein advance. The course will cover a range of repertoire,and there may also be performance opportunities in theevening concerts.

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Pictured oppositeChoir rehearsalin the Great HallPictured aboveAdvanced BrassChamber MusicDouble Bassist atthe Tea Dance

* These classes are for advanced participants only.See page 30 for details.

Composition for BeginnersDirector Peter CopleyThis is a practical course for those interested in composingmusic of any genre concentrating upon the skills commonto all composition, such as melody, construction, harmonicprogression and instrumentation. Beginners and interestedlisteners are welcome and no previous composing experienceis necessary, although basic music literacy is an advantage.Please bring any instrument you play (at whatever level)and manuscript paper. At the end of the course, there willbe an informal concert of music composed during the week.

Intermediate CompositionDirector Peter CopleyA practical course for those with some previous experiencein composition for any genre, who wish to extend theirskills and knowledge. Topics for discussion and practice willinclude techniques of developing basic material, writing forspecific instruments, voice, evolving structure and creatingtextural variety within a composition. Please bring anyinstrument you play (at whatever level) and manuscriptpaper. Basic musical literacy is a necessity for this course,although problems with notation will be covered. If timeallows, previously composed pieces by participants mayalso be played and discussed in the class. At the end ofthe course, there will be an informal concert of musiccomposed during the week.

Pierrot Lunaire*Directors Linda Hirst and the Mercury QuintetLinda Hirst and the Mercury Quintet will offer intensivecoaching on Schoenberg’s expressionist masterpiece. Therewill be places on the course for several singers (male andfemale), and one player per instrumental part (flute, clarinet,violin/viola, cello, piano). Participants must be at least ofdiploma level. The course will culminate in an end-of-weekperformance.

Dartington Festival Light OrchestraDirectors Alan Gout, Andy Baker and Peter PooleBack by popular demand, the orchestra embarks on itssecond decade this summer. Each day there will be twosessions – early morning and late afternoon.Explore the melodic grace and style of the days of theseaside pier and ballroom orchestras, the rhythm andelegance of the ‘wireless’ and luxury hotel dance bands,and orchestral ‘lollipops’ fromMusic While You Work andFriday Night Is Music Night. We rehearse music by masterssuch as Eric Coates and Leroy Anderson, operetta favouritesand overtures, and music by the great composers showingtheir lighter side, not forgetting the classic songs of thegreat 20th century popular tunesmiths George Gershwin,Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, Richard Rodgers,Leonard Bernstein andmanymore.From these wemake a selection for our three events: theTea-Dance on the lawn (weather permitting) including thejive competition and overwhelmingly popular Gay Gordons;the Dartington Festival Light Orchestra concert; and Friday’sclosing event of the entire Summer School, the GrandViennese Ball. There are usually enough players to allowyou to drop out and try the waltz or polka for yourselves.There will almost certainly be an opportunity for you toform your own ensembles – so bring somemusic too.This course is an opportunity to play a lot of differentstyles of music alongside the most unintimidating teamof professionals you are ever likely to meet. Have nofear: this orchestra accommodates all ages and abilities(and nearly all instruments!).

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* These classes are for advanced participants only.** These classes are for advanced participants only and are subject to an application process.See page 30 for details.

Salsa BandDirector Bosco de OliveiraThe Salsa Band is open to all instrumentalists of grade 5standard and above, with some spaces for singers. Thecourse will take a riotous tour throughmany of the majorsalsa styles from all over Latin America. We’ll learn a hostof Salsa standards, and will be putting our new found skillsto use at the end of the week when we play for the Salsa Ball.

Gospel ChoirDirector Carol PembertonUplifting, harmonious, soul-stirring, challenging and fun alldescribe the power and appeal of the Gospel Choir sessions!These are led by Carol Pemberton – music director ofinternationally acclaimed a cappella group Black Voices.The workshops will cover a range of black music traditionsthat influence and shape what today we call black Gospel.Daily sessions will culminate in a concert including someof the best-loved Gospel music.

In residence this week

Matthew Barley (cello), Viktoria Mullova (violin), JulianJoseph (piano), Paul Clarvis (percussion) and SamWalton(percussion) will be developing a programme of new work,which they will perform at the end of the week. Additionally,the group will also run some improvisation workshops andadvanced string sessions, and Viktoria will give an advancedviolin masterclass. These activities will not be scheduleduntil the start of the week, when a sign-up sheet will bemade available for interested participants.

TWOWEEK COURSESAdvanced Composition**FULL TIMEDirector Julian AndersonThe second week of a two-week course. Please note thatentry to this course is subject to a process of application.See page 30 for details.Closing date for applications: 12th March.

Advanced Opera**Mozart - TheMarriage of FigaroFULL TIMEDirector Alexander OliverThe second week of a two-week course. Please note thatentry to this course is subject to a process of applicationand audition.See page 30 for details.Please note that this course will finish on Monday 30thAugust as there will be a performance on Sunday 29th.Closing date for applications: 12th March.

THREEWEEK COURSEAdvanced Conducting**FULL TIMEDirector Diego MassonThe third week of a three-week course. Please note thatentry to this course is subject to a process of applicationand audition.See page 30 for details.Please note that this course will finish on Monday 30thAugust as there will be a performance on Sunday 29th.Closing date for applications: 12th March.

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‘ It is an incredible and unique atmosphere – very friendly and greatto get serious work done. There is an impressive emphasis oncommunity and musical communication rather than competition.I’ve been able to work hard, learn a lot, but never feel pressured.’KateWhitley Bursary Student 2009

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Instrumentaland Vocal ClassesWeeks1/2/3/4/5

Some of our instrumental and vocal classes are aimedspecifically at advanced level students, or those of diplomastandard and higher. These are marked with a * in thebrochure. Other classes are subject to an application process,and are marked **. These include:Dame Emma Kirkby – voice, week 1David Titterington – organ, weeks 2 & 3Karine Georgian – cello, weeks 3 & 4Closing date for applications: 9th April 2010

Baroque OrchestraWeeks1&2

The Baroque Orchestra course runs for two intensive weeksand is full time. The course offers expert tutelage from someof Europe’s leading period instrument players, as well asbaroque dance instruction (week 1 only), and is aimed atadvanced student and emerging professional musicians,who must attend for both weeks. The Baroque Orchestrais a period instrument group, and accompanies the mainSummer School choir for the final performance of each week.Some beginners on period instruments may be acceptedon the basis of their CV.Closing date for applications: 16th April 2010

Advanced ConductingWeeks3,4&5

This full-time, three week course offers a limited numberof places to advanced student and emerging professionalconductors. The standard is generally extremely high, andcompetition for places is fierce. In its history, the course haswelcomedmany distinguished young professionals, as wellas alumni drawn from some of the world’s top conservatoires.Former students include Ilan Volkov, David Angus, ShuntaroSato, Dominic Wheeler, Paul Goodwin and Piotr Anderszewski.Conductors work intensively on orchestral repertoire withinternationally renowned conductor Diego Masson. Thecourse works closely with Advanced Opera participants,and student conductors normally conduct our operaperformances. Shortlisted applicants must be availableto audition in London in May.Closing date for applications: 12th March 2010

Dartington prides itself on offeringintensive, high-quality residential trainingfor music students and those on thethreshold of their professional careers.

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General CoursesWeeks3/4/5

Some of our general courses are aimed at advanced ordiploma standard players, and offer great opportunities forhigh-level ensemble playing. These are marked with a * inthe brochure. Advanced general courses include Wind-and-Strings Combined Chamber Music (week 3), AdvancedPercussion Course (week 4), Advanced Brass Chamber Music(week 5) and Pierrot Lunaire (week 5).You do not have tosubmit a formal application to take part in these courses.

Advanced OperaWeeks 4&5

The Advanced Opera course is an invaluable opportunity forsingers on the threshold of their professional careers. Pastparticipants have been drawn from National Opera Studio,Cardiff International Academy of Voice, The Royal Academyof Music and Conservatorium van Amsterdam amongstothers. Students can expect to receive intensive, high-qualitytraining on a major work. This year, Alexander Oliver, ArtisticDirector of the Dutch National Opera Academy offersspecialist coaching on Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaroleading to three semi-staged performances with orchestrain the Great Hall. Advanced Opera participants work in closecollaboration with Advanced Conductors, and shortlistedapplicants must be available to audition in London in May.Closing date for applications: 12th March 2010

Advanced CompositionWeeks 4&5

This two week, full-time course is particularly suited tocomposition students and young professional composers.There are a limited number of places available, and aswith the other advanced courses, the standard is very high.Our record of hosting eminent composers has a mostdistinguished history Enescu, Stravinsky, Hindemith,Copland, Britten, Babbitt, Lou Harrison, Maderna,Nono, Berio, Feldman and Andriessen can be countedamongst those teaching in the early years of the SummerSchool. This year, six students will be selectedto study with renowned British composer Julian Anderson,himself a past student of the course. The course willcomprise a series of group seminars in which composerparticipants will present their music; Julian Anderson willanalyse works by Lachenmann, Knussen, Lindberg, Vivier,Leroux - and by himself. The course will culminate ina concert of works composed during the two weeks.Closing date for applications: 12th March 2010

Applying forAdvanced CoursesPlease submit:> Either a booking form with deposit OR a financialassistance form (see pages 36-37 for details).

> CV, covering letter and tutor’s reference.> A recording of two contrasting pieces on CD or mp3(mp3s via email only). Please label clearly and checkthis plays before you send. If you need your CDreturned, enclose a SAE with the correct postageattached. Envelopes with insufficient postage willnot be returned.

> Advanced Conducting students need not submita recording.

> Advanced Composition students must submit twoscores, along with corresponding recordings. Theyneed not submit recordings of themselves playing.

All applications can be submitted via email or bypost. Email applications should comprise as fewemails as possible. Postal applications should besent together in a single envelope to:

The Administrator,Dartington InternationalSummer School,The Barn, Dartington Hall,Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6DE

+44 [0]1803 [email protected] note the different closing dates for each course.

LATE / INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS, OR RECORDINGSIN AN INCORRECT FORMATWILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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Charges shown are perperson per week.Young people under18mustbe accompanied by a parent /guardian or responsible adult(aged18or over).

Mediaeval CourtyardEnsuite Single / Double / Twin £1195Private Single / Double / Twin £1065Shared Single / Double / Twin* £940

Arranged around the mediaeval Courtyard of Dartington Hallthere are 51 bedrooms, many of which retain their originalcharacter, from beamed ceilings to tiled fire surrounds madeby Bernard Leach. Broadband is accessible in the East Wingbedrooms and wireless broadband is available in the loungearea of each wing. Meals are taken in the White Hart diningroom adjacent to the cosy bar.

Higher CloseSingle £780

Single rooms in conventional college halls of residence.Rooms are simple and functional with integral sinks andshared bathroom facilities. Higher Close is located justoutside the mediaeval Courtyard, and is only two minuteswalk from The Great Hall. Higher Close has its own diningroom for residents.

* Limited availability

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ThePosternSingle / Double / Twin £695

A choice of single, double or twin rooms in conventionalcollege halls of residence. Rooms are simple and functionalwith integral sinks and shared bathroom facilities. They areadjacent to a beautiful historic manor house that houses thepleasant dining room. Residents take breakfast and dinnerat the Postern, and lunch in the Higher Close dining room.The Postern is situated about one mile from the centralCourtyard, and a limited minibus service is provided.

FoxholeWhite HouseSingle / Twin* £590

Single rooms in conventional college halls of residence withintegral sinks and shared bathroom facilities. Continentalbreakfast is provided in the dining room on the ground floorof Foxhole White House, and lunch and dinner are takenat Higher Close. Foxhole is ten to fifteen minutes walk upthe driveway and through the pleasant gardens. Pleasebring a torch for the walk back after the late night concerts.

Foxhole CourtyardSingle / Twin* £500

Basic single rooms in conventional college halls of residencewith integral sinks and shared bathroom facilities.Continental breakfast is provided at Foxhole White Housedining room, with other meals being taken at Higher Close.Foxhole is ten to fifteen minutes walk up the driveway andthrough the pleasant gardens. Please bring a torch for thewalk back after the late night concerts.

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Tented VillageAdult £500Child (5-12years) £250

A limited number of tents will be set around a centralmarquee with seating. Camp beds will be provided but youwill need to bring your own sleeping bag or bedding. Toiletsand showers are located nearby. Meals will be taken at ourHigher Close dining room. Please bring your own torch andWellington boots in case of rain.

CampersOne person with 2man tent/caravan £450Second person on the same pitch £350Child (5-12years) £210(Children under 5 are free)

Toilets and showers are located nearby and there is the useof a kitchen in the adjacent school building. Meals, tentsand caravans are not provided.

Non-residentsAdult £350Child (5-12years) £200

Meals are not provided.Please check our local Tourist Information web sitefor details of local accommodation:www.totnesinformation.co.uk

ChildrenChild 3-12years:10%discount for child sharing with parent(s).This increases to a 50% discount if the child sleeps ona Z-bed. Children under 3 years: free of charge. Cots canbe provided at a charge of £60 per week.

Student sThere is a 10%discount for students in full-time educationor for those with a valid student card. Please present a copyof your card at the point of booking.

Parents & GuardiansIf you need to accompany a young person under 18, butdo not intend to participate in Summer School yourself,please contact the Bookings Administrator to discusson +44 [0]1803 847077.

‘ Dartington more than any other placeI know fulfils the dream that, for a whileat least, through a united love of musicin the most beautiful surroundings,allmen, women and children can and dobecome brothers and sisters in the truespiritof BeethovenandSchiller’smessage...’David Kenedy Artist 2009

All details correct at the time of going to press.We reserve the right to alter details if necessary. www.dartington.org/summer-school

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How tobookFirst, choose your area of accommodation.Please see themap on the back coverto get a good impression of whereeverything is located on the estate.Remember that prices listed include:> Accommodation (excluding non-resident and campers)> All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) starting with dinneron the day of arrival and ending with breakfast on theday of departure. There is no Saturday lunch. Meals arenot provided for campers and non-residents.

> Attendance at all performances, courses and workshopsduring the period booked. When a concert auditoriumis filled to capacity, no guarantee of a seat is given.

By post:Fill in the centre-spread booking form and return to:

The Bookings Administrator,Dartington International Summer School,The Barn, Dartington Hall,Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6DE

By phone:+44 [0]1803 847077

By fax:+44 [0]1803 847087

Online:www.dartington.org/summer-school

Payment> Deposits of £100 per person per week should accompanyyour initial booking. This is not necessary if you areapplying for a Bursary.

> Deposits are returnable (less £50 handling charge perperson) if bookings are cancelled before the 23rd April.

> Deposits will not be returned after this date unlessthe chosen accommodation/first-choice course cannotbe provided.

> The balance of fees is due on or before 4th June.> If you have paid your deposit by card, we will automaticallytake the remaining balance from the same card on or after4th June unless you have already paid, or you notify usof your intention to pay using a different medium.

> No refunds can be made after the 4th June, and anyreserved accommodation not paid for in full by thisdate will be re-sold.

> Alternative payment plans can be discussed by contactingthe Bookings Administrator on +44 [0]1803 847077.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU TAKE OUTINSURANCE TO COVER CANCELLATION COSTS.

Childcare facilitiesPlease contact:Humpty Dumpty Childcare,Foxhole, Dartington Hall Estate, Totnes, TQ9 6EBTel: +44 [0]1803866863Web: www.humptydumptychildcareltd.co.ukNursery (3months -5 years) and Playclub (5-12years)facilities are available.It is essential to book in advance if youwish to take advantage of this facility.

Access informationWheelchair users - access is provided in the Great Halland the Barn Theatre, as well as some of the studios.Accessible bedrooms are available in the main Courtyardaccommodation.Mobility Buggies can be ordered through the BookingsAdministrator at the point of booking.Hearing impairment - there is an induction loop availablein the Great Hall and Barn Theatre.Visual impairment - a tour of the campus can be arrangedin advance and guide dogs are welcome.Funding is available to help cover the cost of helpers.If you wish to discuss any special requirements or makefurther enquiries about any of the information containedon this page, please telephone the Bookings Administratoron+44[0]1803 847077or email [email protected]

Dartington International Summer School cannot accept responsibility for personal property andpossessions, including musical instruments. Although locked facilities are available for instrumentstorage, it remains essential that you take out adequate insurance to cover all your valuable goods.


Financialassistance


Dartington International SummerSchool is committed to supportingand nurturing deservingmusiciansof any age at any stage of theirmusical development.BursariesYou don’t have to be a student to apply for a bursary.We welcome applications from deserving musiciansfrom all walks of life, be they students, retired, or ona low-income. Bursaries provide up to 90% of the fullcost (fees, accommodation andmeals) for participantsstaying in Foxhole accommodation. The number ofawards is limited so please investigate all other fundingand sponsorship sources.

Participants with disabilitiesIn addition to applying for personal bursaries, participantswith disabilities can apply for bursaries to help coverthe cost of their helpers while at the Summer School.For further information, please contact theBookings Administrator on +44 [0]1803 847077or email [email protected]

Apply for Financial AssistanceDownload an application form fromwww.dartington.org/summer-school/financial-assistance

Complete in full and returnto us along with:> CV outlining your musical experiences and qualifications.> Tutor’s reference referring to your musical ability, potentialand progress.

> Recording of two contrasting pieces on CD or mp3 (mp3s viaemail only). Please label clearly and check this plays beforeyou send. If you need your CD returned, enclose a SAE withthe correct postage attached. Envelopes with insufficientpostage will not be returned.

> Covering letter telling us why you need a financial awardand why attending Dartington International Summer Schoolwould be beneficial to you.

> Passport sized photograph securely attached to the form withyour name written clearly on the back. Electronic submissionsshould be an original digital image or a high quality scan.

All applications can be submitted either via email,or by post. Email applications should comprise asfew emails as possible. Postal applications shouldbe sent together in a single envelope to:

The Administrator,Dartington International Summer School,The Barn, Dartington Hall,Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6DE

+44 [0]1803 [email protected] must reach Dartington by 5pmon Friday16April 2010.

LATE / INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS, OR RECORDINGSIN AN INCORRECT FORMATWILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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VolunteersThe Summer School relies on alarge number of volunteers to helpmake the courses, performancesand accommodation arrangementsrun smoothly. These volunteersare split into three groups:House Parents, Stewards and Trogs.


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House ParentsHouse Parents have one of themost important responsibilitiesin the Summer School – to make sure that Summer Schoolattendees are well looked after. They are on duty at all times,and should be ready and willing to help whenever necessary.Duties include anything from driving the Summer Schoolminibus to registering late arrivals. House Parents receiveall accommodation and food for their stay, as well as theopportunity to take part in Summer School courses whenduties allow.House Parents MUST:> have attended the Summer School previously> be at least 21years old> have a full driving licence> have a mobile phone.In addition, the Postern House Parent must have a D1category on their driving licence and be at least 25 years old.

StewardsStewards provide the front-of-house operation for allSummer School performances. Duties include sellingprogrammes and tickets prior to events, checking ticketsand the evacuation of performances in an emergency.This is an extremely important job, which must not betaken lightly. Stewards are charged £50 towards their stay.In return, they receive accommodation (sometimes inshared rooms) and food, as well as the opportunity totake part in Summer School courses when duties allow.> Suggested minimum age:21.> Applicants whose first language is not English musthave very good spoken English.

> Applicants must be physically fit.> Experience of customer service / stewarding is highlydesirable.

> Knowledge of Health and Safety and First Aid proceduresis desirable.

TrogsTrogs are the general assistants of the Summer School.Trogging is one of Dartington’s finest institutions, and isconsidered excellent experience for those interested in ArtsAdministration. Trogs acquire a privileged knowledge of theins-and-outs of running a major festival, and many formerTrogs have found their way into some of the most acclaimedarts institutions in the country. Indeed, Summer School’scurrent Creative Producer started life as a Trog, as didSir Nicholas Kenyon CBE (Managing Director of the BarbicanCentre and formerly Director of the BBC Proms).Duties may include anything from setting up spaces forcourses and performances to acting as an artist liaison,driving the Summer School van to back stage performancemanagement; writing programmes, running hospitality,moving pianos and harpsichords, page turning...and anything else that needs to be done!Due to the long working hours, Trogs are unable to take partin courses, but do receive accommodation (sometimes inshared rooms) and food during their stay. Although Troggingis extremely rewarding and good fun, the work is demandingboth physically and mentally, so please consider carefullybefore choosing to apply.> Suggested minimum age: 21.>Must have musical knowledge to at leastA-level standard or equivalent.

> Applicants whose first language is not Englishmust be completely fluent in English.

> Full driving licence is highly desirable.Please note that in week five, Trogs will be requiredto stay until Monday 30th August.

How to applyAn application form for all placements is available online.Applications should be received by7thMay, but if positionsare still available late applications may be considered.For further information on volunteers, please contactus on +44[0]1803 847083 /[email protected]

‘ The Trogs are the Nibelungs of Dartington.Backstage, front of house, outside, inside – youname it: if something needs doing, you’ll findone or more of these young volunteers doing it.’Mark Doran Musical Opinion, November-December 2009


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WhoweareAhistory of Summer School


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The Summer School grew out of the first EdinburghFestival in 1947, an event launched by John Christie ofGlyndebourne as ameans of post-war cultural healing,and as a platform for his operatic endeavour. “... but whereis the teaching?” asked several of the major artists, mostnotably Artur Schnabel. The Salzburg Festival was to havea Summer School for Art led by Oskar Kokoschka – couldnot Edinburgh have something similar for music? TheFestival’s director Rudolf Byng had toomuch on his plate,but Schnabel’s sometime student William Glock suggestedthat a Summer School for Music could be established inone of the English boarding schools – and so it came topass that the event was launched in 1948 at Bryanston.Britain was remote from themusical and cultural thrustof the European and Americanmainstream, and theSummer School quickly became ameeting ground forthose hungry to explore a newmusical landscape – notonly in terms of contemporarymusic, but also areas ofearly music that had hitherto been largely neglected.Legendary figures such as Hindemith, Enescu, Copland,Carter and Boulanger helped to underscore a vitalcommitment to composition from the outset. Meanwhile,at Dartington the emergent Amadeus String Quartet wasbeing nurtured in the context of musical exploration led byImogen Holst. Both she and the quartet were immediatelya part of the Summer School at Bryanston and helped topave the way for its move to Dartington five years later, aninitiative led by Peter Cox, as Dartington’s Arts Administrator,who was also to become the founding Principal of the Collegeof Arts. Aided by John Amis as administrator and Bea Mussonas registrar, the Summer School was directed byWilliamGlock for more than thirty years, and for much of that timeGlock ran it in tandemwith the BBC Proms. Dartington wasaffectionately referred to in the BBCmusic department as‘the annexe’. The BBC was a useful resource and ‘powerbase’from which Glock could inform and influence Summer Schoolplanning; indeed a number of BBC stalwarts would becomeregular Summer School tutors, notably Hans Keller.

A family of regular artists emerged – Vlado Perlemuter andGeorge Malcolm, who gave title to ‘the Trogs’, the team ofhelpers who stagemanage the complex weave of coursesand concerts, and look after artists. Many Trogs who generallycome from student backgrounds, go on to become leadersin the wider cultural world. Every year has its high points, but1957 was a particular highpoint, with the visit of Stravinskyand a composition class that included Peter Maxwell Davies,Harrison Birtwistle, Alexander Goehr, HughWood, RichardRodney Bennett and Cornelius Cardew as students. Themid-fifties are often recalled as the Italian Years with Luigi Nono,Bruno Maderna and Luciano Berio teaching. Then also, fondDutchmemories – with the Netherlands Wind Ensemble,and the Dutch connection – remain vibrant with thoseparticipating in early music.William Glock was succeeded as Artistic Director by PeterMaxwell Davies, who was in charge for five years – with hisensemble ‘The Fires of London’ verymuch in residence. In1985, Gavin Henderson took over running the Summer Schoolin tandemwith the Brighton Festival, the Trinity College ofMusic and now The Central School of Speech and Drama.Gavin changed the title from Summer School of Music toDartington International Summer School, reflecting theprogramming of other disciplines – dance, film and theatre –but all with amusical connection. He extended the period tofive weeks, increased the range of composition courses andgreatly enhanced the programme of early music. He instatedthe advanced opera course, brought in Keith Tippett to directa Jazz course, and then Herbie Flowers to explore aspectsof Rock and song writing with the RockShop. Orchestralprovision has lead to the consolidation of the FestivalOrchestra for three weeks and of period instrument workin the Baroque Orchestra for the first two weeks. Whilepreviously the choir was regularly accompanied by twopianos, Henderson has ensured that it always works withorchestra. The bedrock of the Summer School remains thechoir, the instrumental masterclasses and workshops, thecomposition courses and the widemix of chamber music.


‘ I first came to Dartington as a student of thecomposer, Luciano Berio. Before I came, heremarked, “Ah, Dartington! It is music heaven.”Doesn’t that say it all?’Barbara SueWhite Artist 2009

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Cast of The Boyfriendwith Sir SandyWilson,Simon Dearsley and

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AboutDartingtonApioneeringcharity

Dartington International SummerSchool is a department of TheDartington Hall Trust, a pioneeringcharity which seeks to nurtureideas to address pressing problemsthrough our work in the arts,sustainability and social justice.The charity seeks to achieve this in three ways:>Directly, by developing and operating new initiatives thatform the basis of Dartington’s charitable programmes.

> Supportively, by being a host for a range of self-fundedinitiatives.

> Indirectly, by providing inspiration and a place ofreflection for people at important points in their lives.

Dartington Hall sits at the heart of an inspirational 1200-acreestate in Devon. It has a rich heritage as the home of the‘Dartington Experiment’: a pioneering project by Leonardand Dorothy Elmhirst which included rural regeneration,progressive education and creative endeavour. TheDartington Hall Trust was founded by the Elmhirsts in the1920s. Within a few years, Dartington was not only a centreof educational and agricultural innovation, but also amagnet for artists and musicians from around the world,who saw Dartington as the ideal environment to conceive,develop and test promising ideas. This extraordinary heritageof creative activity has developed and inspired a distinctiveculture that underlies the spirit of Dartington. Today’sDartington is as vibrant as ever, with a local, nationaland global reach. There are 16 charitable activities, whichinclude Schumacher College, South West Music School, thesustainable land use project called Landscope, TransatlanticArts Consortium and a flourishing social justice department.The Dartington estate is also a significant visitor attraction:offering a year round cinema and arts programme, andaward-winning conferencing and leisure breaks. There isalso the very popular White Hart bar and restaurant, theCider Press retail centre and Totnes Bookshop.


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What next for DartingtonThe next few years will see rapid expansion throughoutthe Trust, with a considerable increase in conferencingand accommodation facilities. Education will remainfundamental to what we do at Dartington. The charity willcontinue to work closely with University College Falmouthand numerous higher and further education institutions,including King Edward VI Community College, South DevonCollege and Duchy College.The Arts at Dartington will extend its national andinternational reach, establishing an arts Space on the estatein the former Dartington College of Arts buildings. Thisexciting facility will enable us to support the creation ofnew artistic commissions and provide studios for a rangeof companies to develop their work.Our Social Justice arm has seen significant expansionrecently and now comprises: Research in Practice, Researchin Practice for Adults, Centre for Excellence and Outcomesin Children and Young People's Services and the DevonSchool for Social Entrepreneurs. Social Justice is currentlyworking with all departments, and in consultation with thelocal community, to deliver the Abundant Life Project; anexperimental retirement community based on the Foxholesite, where creativity and personal development will runalongside care for life.Our Sustainability department, in partnership with DuchyCollege, has recently brought a new course onto theDartington estate: The Dartington Certificate in SustainableHorticulture. This provides students with the skills necessaryfor sustainable 21st century food production and gardening.It is one of a number of exciting sustainability projects whichinclude: the nationally renowned Grade 2 listed DartingtonGardens and School Farm, a community-focussedmarketgarden working to organic standards (part of the LandscopeProject). We also have the internationally acclaimedSchumacher College. The college is successfullydemonstrating the potential for ecological landmanagement practices. Dartington is now well on the wayto achieving its mission of transforming the estate intoa carbon and waste neutral ‘Living Classroom’ by 2015.

The Dartington Hall Trust is now looking positively towardsthe development of our current charitable activities. To learnmore about Dartington and all the activities that you couldbe a part of, please visit:www.dartington.org

University College Falmouth –Dartington CampusThe former Dartington College of Arts has now formallymerged with University College Falmouth, and the wholecollege will be relocating to Cornwall in autumn 2010.For further information, please visit:www.falmouth.ac.uk

The Arts at DartingtonThe Summer School is part of The Arts at Dartington,the department that produces all the arts activities of TheDartington Hall Trust, including the year-round programmeof music, theatre, dance & contemporary performance,a full-time cinema and South West Music School, a centreof advanced training in music.For full information visit www.dartington.org/arts,sign up for email updates at www.dartington.org/signupor call +44[0]1803 847074.


‘ What is life if not for experiment and new creation.’Leonard Elmhirst

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Dartington Hall GardensPictured above

The Bed by Angela Praed

The Friends of the SummerSchool at DartingtonThe Friends of the Summer School at Dartingtonis themembership scheme for individualsupporters of the Summer School.The minimum subscription is £35 per year, forwhich members receive invitations to eventsduring the Summer School, as well as Resonance,the popular bi-annual newsletter.Individual support upholds our programme, andmonies from subscriptions are used to supportdeserving musicians of all ages, in particularthose youngmusicians who aspire to becomemusic professionals.Each year, during the five weeks, members areinvited to attend the Friday drinks receptions,to socialise with Friends old and new, and towitness, first hand, the results of their continuedcommitment to the Summer School.If you would like to join the Friends of theSummer School at Dartington, or if you arealready a member and would like to increaseyour subscription, please tick the box on yourbooking form, and a member of the fundraisingteam will contact you.

Thank you!

If you have any questions,please contact:

Natalie CastorinaSupporter Relations Executive

+44 [0]1803 [email protected]

Do joinusIn 2010 the fundraising teamwill be working to secureapproximately £300,000to support the Summer Schoolprogramme. This annualrequirement is met with grantsfrom Arts Council England,Trusts and Foundations,Corporate sponsorship andsupport from themany loyalindividuals who recognisethe need for their charitabledonations.


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‘ To spend a week at Dartington is wonderful– an outstandingmusical experience– and a life-enriching holiday. To be a Friendis even more rewarding, because I am part of the Summer School;they are my events, my musicians, and, with a slightly greatercontribution, my bursary students.’Val Marriott Friend

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