The House

The Old Rectory is a Georgian (1823) Grade II listed 
building set in two acres in the small country village 
of Tattingstone, five miles south of Ipswich. The house 
is very close to Constable country: Flatford Mill, Dedham,
Pinmill, Woodbridge, Snape and Aldeburgh are all nearby. 
The surrounding Suffolk countryside consists of gently 
undulating farmland, while the extensive coastline and 
its many estuaries provide a varied landscape, a wealth of
wildlife and many natural attractions. The rooms are 
spacious and comfortable, many with en suite facilities, 
and original features abound.

The Course

Brahms is one of the most prolific of the great composers, 
and during the course of the weekend we shall explore 
some of his best loved works as well as other music which 
is not so well known but of the highest quality.

Terry Barfoot  writes widely on music for Britain's
leading journals, orchestras, festivals and record 
companies. He lectures at venues throughout the country 
and is Publications Consultant to the Bournemouth
Symphony Orchestra.

Jill White has made a distinguished contribution 
to British musical life, including periods as Director 
of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, 
Artistic Director of the Bournemouth International 
Festival, and Senior Music Producer for BBC Radio 
Three. She has a particular interest in lieder.

The weekend

Course members will arrive on Friday at 5pm and 
depart after tea on Sunday.  Musical illustrations 
will be provided on excellent hi-fi equipment, 
and the weekend is designed as an informal 
‘house party’. Guests need only the ability to 
enjoy music; no technical knowledge will be 
required. Arts in Residence offers an excellent 
cuisine including a four course dinner with wine
each evening, and a traditional Sunday lunch.