Key Facts
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Starting
23 Sep 2025- Location
- Wandsworth
- Start Time
- 09:50
- End Time
- 11:50
- Duration
- 12 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Tuesday
- Start Date
- 23 Sep 2025
- Level
- Short Course
- Code
- WCRX234FC
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 220
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Starting
13 Jan 2026- Location
- Wandsworth
- Start Time
- 10:00
- End Time
- 12:00
- Duration
- 10 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Tuesday
- Start Date
- 13 Jan 2026
- Level
- Short Course
- Code
- WCRX002FC
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 200
Enjoying Opera
The Operas of Mozart
If you enjoy or have an interest or are curious about Opera, then this may be a course for you. You will learn discuss opera with confidence and learn about the historical and social background of this fascinating art.
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Entry Requirements
No previous singing or musical experience is required.Enthusiasm for learning and participating in a supportive group environment.
Willingness to engage in discussion-based activities.
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Course Content
The Operas of Mozart
An inspiring 11-week journey through the operatic genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This lecture series offers an accessible and engaging overview of Mozart's greatest operas, exploring their music, characters, and historical context. Perfect for newcomers and seasoned opera lovers alike, the course reveals why Mozart's works remain masterpieces of drama and beauty.
You will learn: *Introduction to opera: history, styles, and key composers
*Vocal techniques and performance skills
*Understanding opera scores and librettos
*Exploring character, drama, and storytelling in opera
*Listening and analysing opera performances
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Progression Next Steps
Progress to Art Appreciation or other art based or performance programmes. -
Additional Information
Classes take place in a large classroom with a mega screen for immersive listening and viewing experiences.Course materials, including lyrics and listening resources, will be provided.
Opportunities to continue exploring opera through local performances or further courses may be suggested.
About the tutor: Richard Lawrence read music at Oxford. He started this 'Enjoying Opera' course at South Thames College in 1997. He has lectured abroad for Saga Holidays and Martin Randall, and for nearly 20 years has been a regular contributor to 'Gramophone' magazine.
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Course Structure
This course runs over 10 weeks, with weekly sessions combining lectures, discussions, listening exercises, and practical activities. Learners will explore the history and styles of opera, develop performance and analytical skills, and gain confidence in understanding and interpreting opera works. -
Assessment Details
Assessment is informal and based on participation, engagement, and progress.Learner progress will be assessed through a combination of:
*Tutor Feedback: Continuous guidance and constructive feedback during practical exercises, character work, and performance sessions to help learners improve technique and expression.
*Participation and Engagement: Active involvement in discussions, listening exercises, and group activities, demonstrating understanding of opera history, styles, and analysis.
*Practical Application: Ability to apply vocal techniques, interpret characters, and convey drama in practical exercises or short performances.
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Teaching and Learning
The course combines interactive lectures, listening exercises, practical performance, and group discussions to develop both knowledge and skills. Activities include:
