That Christmas feeling!

Dr. Susan Weir


Region:
Anywhere
Notice Period:
Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
Type:
Professional
Fee:
Paid: £100 plus travel
Category:
Uncategorised
Updated:
17th November 2025

Much like Father Christmas on his sleigh on Christmas Eve, we will embark on an inspiring musical journey, visiting a variety of countries to explore a diverse selection of seasonal musical offerings—ranging from traditional carols to elegant ballets, from classical instrumental masterpieces to lesser-known hidden gems.

Susan will enthusiastically guide you through a curated selection of musical pieces, providing insightful background on the music, the performers, and the historical and cultural contexts. This presents a wonderful opportunity to embrace and celebrate the festive spirit.

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About Dr. Susan Weir

Whether for local organisations (such as Adult Education programmes at Keele and Manchester Universities, Burns Nights, or HF Holidays), international bodies (including the American Musicological Society, Wagner at the Millennium, Adelaide, Australia), or national music conferences (such as those organised by the Royal Musicological Association), Susan's presentations are engaging, enlightening, and tailored specifically to meet the needs of each audience.

Following her undergraduate studies at the Royal Northern College of Music, Susan completed her Ph.D. at the University of Manchester. As a result of her postgraduate Master of Education degree, she co-authored a chapter in Teacher Music Differently (ISBN 9781138691988).

Susan's talks incorporate a blend of visual and audio elements, complemented by notes for participants to take away. Audience engagement is often encouraged to enrich the experience. Her genuine passion for music consistently brings enthusiasm and energy to her presentations.

She has a talent for communicating information in a friendly, informal, and accessible manner, ensuring that audiences of all levels of musical knowledge and appreciation leave with valuable insights to enhance their musical understanding.

Audience feedback: As now 'musical' people we feel our limited knowledge has been truly enhanced.

Each evening brings old friends and new discoveries. The only problem is guaranteeing a space in the venue - book early and book often! R.C.

Another brilliant evening. It can't be all bad when every day's a school day is a delight and a joy. A complete novice who keeps on coming back J&J W

Very informative, interesting and enjoyable...a perfect combination N. T.

A really pleasant evening - Susan in top form as usual. T D.

Delightful evening of Christmas music. Our Christmas starts here! M.F.

Absolutely superb as ever. Thoroughly recommend. J. M.

Fabulous evening - interesting, entertaining and enlightening. good fun. Highly recommend A.B.

Excellent as usual! Fourth event in a row - very professional: very informative yet very witty and entertaining. S.B.

A very enjoyable evening - was unsure what I had been invited to, but so glad I came R.D.

Wonderful amusing, educational and entertaining evening. Full of surprises. Brings a whole new meaning to, and understanding of, music. P.C.


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