Our Courses

We normally run two Weekend courses per year, one in October and one in April or May.

We also run Study Days, programmed for a variety of reasons, whether requested by students or aimed at addressing a particular aspect of the conductor's job, such as accompanying soloists.

Our Beginnners' Courses are likely to be one-day events and will vary in format, depending on numbers and requirements of students.

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"Michael’s insights into musical gesture were a revelation. His friendly manner puts you completely at ease, ready to gain from his wealth of experience."

"It was absolutely wonderful and totally inspiring. ... I always knew it would be a first class course but it totally exceeded my expectations. ... The food was absolutely delicious, too."

"Thanks to Michael for being a fantastic teacher. It has certainly been one of the most worthwhile music courses I have ever attended and worth every single penny."

"As ever, OCW offers exceptional value for money. Michael's teaching is thorough and insightful, speaking to musicians of all ages and abilities - I would recommend the OCWs to anyone - and often do."

"I was extremely impressed by the way in which Michael took people on from where they were - and that was a whole variety of places! He displayed a mixture of encouragement and challenge, a flexible and effective teaching style."

Michael will also undertake private tuition and INSET or other group tuition.

Please contact us, and we can tailor a session according to your requirements.