Learn from the masters

Date published: 29 May 2015


TWO unique opportunities for young people to experience music and creative writing are on offer during the forthcoming Saddleworth Festival.

International violinist Tasmin Little will be leading a masterclass with three students from the Greater Manchester Youth String Orchestra, followed by a short performance at the Lyceum Music Centre on June 11 (11am).

One-timr Oldham probation officer turned internationally famous poet Simon Armitage will hold a creative writing workshop with year 10 students from Saddleworth School on June 11 (11.45am).

Tickets for the Tasmin Little Masterclass are £5. Reserve by email: musicservice@oldham.gov.uk.