Weekend Vocal COurses

Vocal weekends at Jackdaws offer a wide variety of options with an inspirational selection of Course Leaders, each an expert in their chosen specialism. Most will follow a masterclass format, where each singer works on their repertoire in turn, observed by the group. There may also be an opportunity to work on ensembles, duets and trios, depending on the course. During the breaks in teaching, you can use one of our practice rooms to apply what you have learnt, or reflect on the session as you enjoy the surroundings in the garden.

A standard weekend course runs from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, with lunch and dinners included, along with refreshments to keep you topped up, all provided on site at Jackdaws. Bed and Breakfast can be arranged for those of you travelling from further afield.

Jackdaws Music Education Trust opened by Dame Joan Sutherland

“The Course… Transformational. Expert and supportive tutors.”

Pianissimo to Fortissimo with Evelyn Tubb and Michael Fields

March 12, 2026 6:30 pm –

March 15, 2026 4:00 pm

The Singer's Technical Toolbox with Eamonn Mulhall

May 1, 2026 6:30 pm –

May 3, 2026 4:00 pm

**NEW COURSE** Team Lieder! with Richard Jackson

May 15, 2026 6:30 pm –

May 17, 2026 4:00 pm

Just Come and Sing!

May 29, 2026 6:30 pm –

May 31, 2026 4:00 pm

**NEW COURSE** Steps to Solo Singing with Saffron van Zwanenberg

June 5, 2026 6:30 pm –

June 7, 2026 4:00 pm

Sing the Great Musicals with Stephen Dickinson and Simon Bashford

June 19, 2026 6:30 pm –

June 21, 2026 4:00 pm

Singing and Imagination with Sandra Ford

July 3, 2026 6:30 pm –

July 5, 2026 4:00 pm

Opera Workshop with Mary Plazas & Robert Chevara

July 31, 2026 6:30 pm –

August 2, 2026 4:00 pm

Singing in French with Robin Bowman

September 11, 2026 6:30 pm –

September 13, 2026 4:00 pm

The Three 'R's of Singing with Richard Jackson & Russell Smythe

September 25, 2026 6:30 pm –

September 27, 2026 4:00 pm

Singing Baroque: From Monteverdi to Bach with Jonathan Peter Kenny

October 9, 2026 6:30 pm –

October 11, 2026 4:00 pm

**NEW COURSE** Song, Poetry & Partnership: A Singer’s Journey through Stanford’s Legacy with Louise Winter & William Hancox

October 23, 2026 6:30 pm –

October 25, 2026 4:00 pm

Singing the Italian Way with Owain Browne

November 6, 2026 6:30 pm –

November 8, 2026 4:00 pm

Singing to Recover Your Breath with Marta Fontanals-Simmons

November 27, 2026 6:30 pm –

November 29, 2026 6:30 pm

**NEW COURSE** The Singer’s Tune-Up: A Weekend of Renewal for The Mid-Journey Singer with Audrey Hyland & Saffron van Zwanenberg

January 22, 2027 6:30 pm –

January 24, 2027 4:00 pm

**NEW COURSE** Finding Your Voice: Freedom, Expression & the Art of Solo Singing with Jeff Stewart

February 12, 2027 6:30 pm –

February 14, 2027 4:00 pm

English Song with Stephen Varcoe and Nigel Foster

February 19, 2027 6:30 pm –

February 21, 2027 4:00 pm

Pianissimo to Fortissimo with Evelyn Tubb and Michael Fields

March 11, 2027 6:30 pm –

March 14, 2027 4:00 pm

Team Lieder! with Richard Jackson

April 30, 2027 6:30 pm –

May 2, 2027 4:00 pm

The Singer's Technical Toolbox with Eamonn Mulhall

May 14, 2027 6:30 pm –

May 16, 2027 4:00 pm

Just Come and Sing!

May 28, 2027 6:30 pm –

May 30, 2027 4:00 pm

Sing the Great Musicals with Stephen Dickinson and Simon Bashford

June 18, 2027 6:30 pm –

June 20, 2027 4:00 pm

Singing and Imagination with Sandra Ford

July 2, 2027 6:30 pm –

July 4, 2027 4:00 pm

Opera Workshop with Mary Plazas & Robert Chevara

July 30, 2027 6:30 pm –

August 1, 2027 4:00 pm

Singing in French with Robin Bowman

September 10, 2027 6:30 pm –

September 12, 2027 4:00 pm