Handel Hendrix House is one of London’s most unique cultural attractions, bringing together the historic homes of two musical legends: composer George Frideric Handel and rock icon Jimi Hendrix.
Learning Offer
Handel Hendrix House
HANDEL AND HENDRIX IN LONDON: TWO TALES OF ONE CITY
Students discover London in the 1740s and 1960s through the homes and stories of legendary musicians, George F Handel and Jimi Hendrix. Students will explore their musical legacies through a guided tour of the historic houses, a session exploring primary sources, and a practical music workshop.
MUSIC FOR THE ROYAL FIREWORKS
KS1 & 2
Duration: 2 hours
Capacity: Maximum 30 students
This session sees students travel back in time to the celebration of the Royal Fireworks in 1749. Students will explore the music that Handel composed for the event and will create their own Fireworks music in response, working with a professional baroque musician to capture the things that they might have heard, seen, and felt.
GCSE MUSIC – BAROQUE FOCUS
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Capacity: Maximum 30 students
A comprehensive session exploring Baroque music for GCSE students. Students will discover the social and historical context of the Baroque era through a guided tour of Handel’s house; have an introduction to baroque instruments with a professional musician; and take part in a composition workshop.
Date:
Multiple
Cost:
£200 + VAT for KS1 and KS2 workshops
£250 + VAT for KS3 and KS4 workshops
Visits by state-funded schools are subsidised by the Samuel Gardner Memorial Trust. For further enquiries, please get in touch with learning@handelhendrix.org
Location:
25 Brook Street
Mayfair
London
W1K 4HB
