Year-long courses
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Our one-year, part-time course programmes, offered in partnership with Cambridge Regional College, allow you to explore your chosen art form in depth.
For fee information and entry requirements for our year-long course programmes click here. We to keep our courses affordable to people on low incomes and have fee bands according to individual income.
What a course looks like
Every programme…
begins in September
helps to build confidence in your ability to learn; gain artistic and transferable skills; and develop your identity and confidence as an artist or musician
is made up of 3 courses taught over three terms
has weekly three-hour in-person sessions
has an introductory period to find out if the programme is right for you
TERM DATES
Autumn Term
25/09/23 - 20/12/2023
Half term commencing 23/10/23
Spring Term
08/01/24 - 28/03/2024
Half term commencing 19/02/24
Summer Term
15/04/24 - 15/07/24
Half term commencing 27/05/24
“The inclusive nature of the courses make them appealing to all age groups and all levels of ability . If you have a dream but never thought you could do it, it's worth giving CCA a go!”
Suitable for beginners or those new to the art form
Suitable for those with some experience in the art form who want to progress
Music for Performance - waiting list
Tutor: Tiago Coimbra
Day: Wednesday
Time: 10.30am - 1.30pm
Venue: Church of the Good Shepherd, Mansel Way, CB4 2ET
Nearest bus stop: Kings Hedges Nursery School, Campkin Road
Nearest train station: Cambridge North station
Free parking available nearby
For fee information and entry requirements for our year-long course programmes click here. We to keep our courses affordable to people on low incomes and have fee bands according to individual income.
Course content
This course will help you develop your skills and confidence playing an instrument or singing individually and as part of a group. You will gain an understanding of composition to create original music and establish teamwork and technical skills to collaborate, rehearse, plan and perform successfully with other musicians. Listen, experiment and compose; rehearse, play and review, as a group in the classroom, supported by individual practice at home. You will showcase your work to an invited audience throughout the year and lay down tracks in a studio.
What to bring
Bring your instrument and a basic level of playing or singing.
We provide
If needed: keyboard, percussion, guitars (electric & acoustic), drum kit, mics.
“It has enabled me to have confidence in myself that I can perform again and sing in front of people.”
Visual Arts - waiting list
Tutor: Dani Penhaligan
Day: Monday
Time: 10.30am - 1.30pm
Venue: Arbury Community Centre, Campkin Road, CB4 2LD
Nearest bus stop: Kings Hedges Nursery School, Campkin Road
Nearest train station: Cambridge North station
Free parking available nearby
For fee information and entry requirements for our year-long course programmes click here. We to keep our courses affordable to people on low incomes and have fee bands according to individual income.
Course content
Explore approaches and techniques of contemporary visual arts practice across a range of media including drawing, mixed media, life drawing, clay sculpture and painting. You will produce a portfolio of work to be proud of and be guided through the elements needed to build on your talents and achieve real progress with your art.
Within a relaxed and inclusive setting, you will be supported in exploring social, cultural and artistic ideas to expand your practice, taking inspiration from artists and art theory. Working within a group and independently towards your own goals and creative experimentation.
What to bring
Art can be messy, so bring along clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We’ll provide everything else, including sketchbooks and all art materials.
“This is the most incredible opportunity to try so many different techniques, styles and materials to help you discover your create voice!” ~ Joanne