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SOAS World Music Summer School, London:
Based In London, UK, The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) is a college of the University of London and the only Higher Education institution in the UK specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS takes pride in offering an exciting Summer School of World Music.

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SOAS at a glance:

- SOAS has more than 4,400 students, 40% of whom are on postgraduate or research programmes
- We welcome students from more than 100 countries and roughly 50% of postgraduates are from countries outside the UK/EU
- With around 300 staff members, SOAS has the largest concentration of academics concerned with Asia, Africa and the Middle East at any university in the world
- Small group teaching remains an important feature of study at SOAS - our student-staff ratio (12:1) is one of the best in the UK

Summer School Of World Music!

Learn to play your way around the world this summer! Again this year, SOAS is proud to offer an exciting summer school of world music: Intensive and inspiring courses, practical workshops, taster sessions and master classes for students of all backgrounds, beginners to advanced, amateur and professional. Take your pick!

Courses include Afro-Brazilian Percussion; Balinese Gamelan; Afro-Cuban Bata Drumming; Arabic Maqam Ensemble; Chinese Guqin Music, Cuban Music Big Band; Didgeridoo;  Eastern European & Balkan Music; Japanese Shakuhachi, Kora;  Middle Eastern Percussion, Mongolian Overtone Singing; Mouth Harps; Russian Folk Songs; Klezmer Music; Senegalese Sabar Drumming; World Music Choir; Music in the Classroom

Testimonials - What people say about the SOAS Music Summer School:

"I learnt something new, fun and rewarding, in a friendly and relaxed environment."
"Excellent experience of learning, interaction and collaboration."
"The best training course I have been on - fascinating, instructional, relaxed and very productive."
"Really [a] great experience playing with like-minded people."
"Highly enjoyable, educational and musically challenging."
"Great fun - [the teacher] organised a large group of varied experience and varied instruments really well - everyone seemed to have fun."

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London Art Portfolio - Courses in the UK & ONLINE Worldwide
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• Situated close to Tower Bridge in Wapping in the Borough of Tower Hamlets, East London, on the north bank of the River Thames, London Art Portfolio (LAP) offers art and design portfolio preparation specialist courses, foundation courses in art & design, and bespoke one-to-one tutorials in summer and throughout the year.

• Courses and workshops are available during the day and in the evening and we provide support and training to UK and international students of all levels - from complete beginners to professional artists and designers.

• LAP was established by Julia Dennis, a practicing artist who exhibits regularly, nationally and internationally.

• We have a number of studios where we deliver training in the following fields: painting, sculpture, fashion and textile design, fashion photography, animation and illustration.

• We are popular with UCAS and Foundation applicants for online and portfolio development support.

• Our courses attract a vibrant, diverse mix of creative students from all over the world, great for making new friends and fully enjoying London too!

• Julia has a 100% success rate for student placement onto University courses at the best London Universities and Foundation courses.

Student Review:
"Thanks so much for your help Julia! Our sessions gave me that step up that I really needed to get my portfolio and statement together in the nick of time! The focus, encouragement and ideas that came out of sessions together were invaluable."
- Amy
Art & Design Portfolio Courses / Career Change Courses / Private Tutorials in:

• Fine Art: painting, sculpture & mixed media
• Fashion: design, promotion, marketing, photography
• Textile Design: surface, pattern & construction
• Graphic Design: illustration, print, logo, media, package & eco design
• 3D: architecture & product design
• Photography: fine art, fashion, documentary, street

We also offer:
• One-to-one tutorials
• Day & evening portfolio preparation courses
• Foundation Course in Art & Design
• Evening Art classes
• Holiday art classes
Encore Music Projects International Summer School
Courses / Programs
Founded in 2013 by pianist Olena Shvetsova and her cellist husband Richard May, Encore Music Projects International Summer School provides a summer music course for children and young adults in the exclusive setting of a UK Specialist Music School.

Our residential summer music school is held at Wells Cathedral School in Somerset in South West England. Designed for intermediate and advanced students, the 2-week music course is for piano, strings, composition, voice, and chamber ensembles.

You will receive expert tuition from our team of world class musicians. Lessons will focus on the development of technique, stage performance and presentation, musical styles and interpretation, competition and audition preparation.

The emphasis will be on making music together, with daily one-to-one lessons, chamber music, piano/vocal masterclasses/workshops, String Chamber Orchestra and Community Choir.

In the evenings there will be several public teacher concerts. There will be time for recreation, including free use of the school’s covered swimming pool, organised activities and games, and a free day to explore the fabulous sights around Wells.

For those parents who may be considering sending their children to Wells Cathedral School for their education, the course offers a unique chance to experience the atmosphere of the school.
2-week residential music school for children and young adults.

Violin, viola, cello, piano, voice, composition, chamber ensembles, string orchestra, choirs, theory.

We also offer English language classes for overseas students.
Llangenny Flute Summer School
Courses / Programs
The Llangenny Flute Summer School, in southern Powys, Wales, is a 14 day residential Flute program for students ages 16+ years with daily masterclasses and chamber music, plus a concert for participants. The emphasis of the Summer School is to create a balance between learning and fun! Each day there will be a morning warm-up session covering various aspects of technique, followed by masterclass sessions, as well as a variety of classes including orchestral and ensemble playing. During the week there will be an afternoon of "Problem Solving" away from the flute, run by the Outdoor Education Centre (you will need waterproof outdoor clothing and suitable footwear).

Running from the 16th to 21st July, the Llangenny Flute Summer School is entering its fifth year, led by Sarah Newbold, flute, and Zoe Smith, piano. Sarah is well respected as a teacher, performer and orchestral musician. She has taught on summer schools previously where she met Zoë, who has extensive knowledge of the flute repertoire. On Monday evening Sarah and Zoe will give a recital and on Friday evening there will a concert given by the students.
14 day residential flute summer school (ages 16+):

- Flute Masterclasses
- Chamber Music coaching
- Concert Flute performances
- Problem-solving
- Accompaniment sessions
- Orchestral flute playing
Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools, Nike Soccer Camps with Chelsea FC Foundation & Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools
Courses / Programs
• Soccer Camps International is a UK soccer schools specialist provider. We offer access to some of the most prestigious summer football camps in the London area, including Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools and Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools.

• Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools offers 2-week soccer camps in London for boys ages 9-17 which can be combined with optional quality English language classes.

• Chelsea camps are held at Chelsea FC's training ground in Cobham (1 hour south-west of London), with accommodation in Roehampton University, just 7 miles south-west of Central London.

• Nike Soccer Camps with Chelsea FC Foundation offers weekly football camps in London for boys 9-17 & girls 12-17 which can be combined with optional quality English language classes.

• Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools provides residential football camps for boys ages 9-17 at 4 convenient locations in London and Southern England.

Participant Testimonial:
"I made some good friends at the camp. The Chelsea camp improved my speed, focus and decision making. This helped me to progress in my confidence level as a person on and off the pitch."
- Jervay, Bermuda, 13
Residential Summer Soccer Camps for Boys & Girls:

Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools:
• 1 or 2-week summer soccer camps for boys ages 9-17. English language lessons optional

Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools:
• Weekly summer soccer camps for boys ages 9-17 (with optional English classes)

Nike Soccer Camps with Chelsea FC Foundation
• Camps for boys 9-17 & girls 12-17

We also work in association with:

• Manchester City Football Language School
• Manchester City Football Performance Program
• Liverpool FC International Academy
• Brighton FC Soccer Schools and Language Camp
Let Me Play Sports Camps
Courses / Programs
• Leading specialists in summer sports camps and sports tours, Let Me Play provides quality sports camps in Loughborough University, Leicestershire, in the East Midlands of England.

• Our residential and non-residential summer camps are open to boys and girls. Camps include Basketball (ages 10-21), Football, and Athletics (ages 10-18).

• We also provide optional English language lessons alongside the sports camps, as well as a stand-alone English language camp for juniors and international high school teenagers.

• As well as sports and language camps, we also offer a summer transition camp for pupils moving from primary into secondary school.

• We take sport seriously and our coaches are there to help each individual develop, enjoy and reach his/her maximum potential. Our camps are a fantastic experience for young people of all ages and all abilities.

Parent Review:
“This is just a short note to say a big BIG thank you to the whole team, for your time, effort, warm and fun approach, engagement, humour, and professionalism. My son had a wonderful time”
- Parent of Basketball Camp Participant, France
Residential / Non-Residential Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-18:
• Athletics Camp (Coaching in all track & field events)

• Football Players Camp (offers you the chance to train with professional football players)

Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-21:
• Basketball Camp (with international coaches)

Also available:
• English Language Camp for juniors and international high school teenagers
• Optional English lessons
• Summer Transition Camp (for pupils moving from primary into secondary school)
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB)
Courses / Programs
• Join us at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) for an educational and cultural summer experience to remember!

• Established in 1885, AUB is a leading provider of high-quality creative arts education to UK & international students, recognised as one of the UK’s leading arts universities.

• AUB offers 3-week and 2-week specialist summer courses (UK & international students of ages 14 to 18+) in a range of fields including Animation, Fashion, Make-up, Film Making, Architecture, Portfolio Preparation for Art, Design & Media, and more. We also provide a residential programme.

• Our new course "Creative Thinking & Skills Development" is for students 18 years of age and over.

Achieve a AUB Certificate of Attendance. Ideal for CV’s and university applications.

• Experience world-class facilities (including a large art and design library), and be supported by highly-acclaimed teaching staff while making a network of new friends from around the globe.

• Situated on the picturesque South coast, Bournemouth is renowned for its beaches and it’s cosmopolitan vibe. It’s also less than a 2 hour train ride to London.

Student Review:
“AUB’s summer courses are a brilliant way to try new subjects in a new place - loved every second” - Anna, Italy
Creative Arts Summer School: 

3 Week Summer Courses

23 July to 9 August 2019, for ages 16+

• British Architecture & Design
• Introduction to Animation
• Drawing & Illustration
• Fashion Design & Styling
• Creative Make-up Academy
• Practical Filmmaking
• Portfolio Preparation for the Arts
• Optional Residential Course

2 week Summer Courses:
Residential course for ages 14 to 16 years
29 July – 9 August 2019
Subjects:

• Animation, Digital Photography, Drawing, Fashion, Graphic Design, Illustration, Mixed Media, Print Making, Adobe, Animation. 

There is also the option of just the 2-week course without lodging.