Exploring Verdi’s Requiem

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Course code: R10C

A music appreciation workshop for classical music novices and enthusiasts alike.

when
From 07 Mar 2026
Sat 10:00-16:00  One day
Date
07 Mar 2026
Time
10:00 to 16:00
Tutor
Matthew Heyse-Moore
where
Stoke Lodge 

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN


fees
full fee for this course £56.00, concession fee £36.00
who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:16px">A music appreciation workshop for classical music novices and enthusiasts, designed to engage and inspire. Verdi&#039;s <strong>Requiem</strong>, composed in memory of poet Alessandro Manzoni, is a renowned setting of the Catholic funeral mass. First performed in 1874, it was acclaimed as a masterpiece and has had a lasting impact on the choral and orchestral repertoire.</span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">These workshops are designed to make music accessible to everyone, offering an engaging exploration of its cultural and historical roots while deepening participants&#039; intuitive connection to music. Open to both complete beginners and seasoned listeners, the sessions foster a shared love of music and a spirit of mutual learning. Each day includes informative background content, curated musical examples, and lively group discussions.</span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes.</span></span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">No.</span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Suggestions will be made for further listening/ research.</span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">No.</span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">N/A</span></p>

What should students bring?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Pen and paper.</span></p>

Teaching method/style?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Includes group discussions, cultural and historical insights, pair activities, and curated music examples.</span></span></p>

Equipment Required

<p><span style="font-size:16px">See list above.</span></p>

Refunds and cancellations

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Course Cancellations by Us</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Cancellations by You</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Transfers</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           A 10% transfer fee applies.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Illness and Absence</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">How Refunds Are Issued</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Refunds are returned via the original payment method:</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Online Course Access</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.</span></span></span></p>