“Love Carol Ann Duffy's presence something about her makes me want to pay attention and complete the assignments. That said stopped lessons at 7 do to life overload looking forward to starting over at lesson 1 when calm and able to do my best.”
“A whole library of different learning options, much cheaper than adult education classes (if there are any running in your area) Lively, well presented”
“Maestro isn't just an online learning platform; it's a portal to the minds of absolute titans! Forget dry lectures and dusty textbooks - here, legends like Brian Cox unveil the secrets of acting alchemy, Gary Barlow dissects the anatomy of a hit song, and Billy Connolly unlocks the treasure chest of comedy.
Think Hogwarts for adults, with world-renowned experts as your eccentric, passionate professors. Each course is a masterclass in itself, meticulously crafted to ignite your inner spark, whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned enthusiast.
The 4K visuals are so stunning, that you practically feel the heat from Marco Pierre White's oven or the thrill of Edgar Wright's storyboard.
And the cherry on top? Downloadable course notes, packed with tips, tricks, and insights, ensure your learning extends far beyond the screen.
Maestro isn't just about acquiring skills; it's about igniting passions. It's a shot of creative adrenaline, a backstage pass to the workshops of genius. So, ditch the self-help gurus and join the ranks of the Maestro-trained.
Who knows, you might just find your own inner maestro waiting to be unleashed!”
“Where else can you spend hours cooking curry with a Michelin-starred Indian chef, baking bread with Richard Bertinet or polishing up your vegetarian cooking with Marco Pierre White? Once the dishes are done I will switch to Rankin and then photograph them. There is a good range of courses here and as you would expect the production and sound are impeccable. It is really good value and will only get better.”
“I had the Writing Love Stories by Jojo Moyes as a Christmas present. Although it’s not interactive the lectures and back up notes are so useful. I had become completely stuck with my novel idea but this course has given me new impetus to revisit and complete it.”
“I loved it. Read James Nestor’s book and in this course he gave much more detailed info. As a yoga teacher I also appreciate his inclusion of yoga and other ancient breathing practices.”
“Rankin is a world-class photographer, and he passes on his knowledge in an easy to understand manner. My investment in his workshop is very well worth the money.”
“the two I've done - Jancis Robinson's Wine course and Peter Jones' toolkit for entrepreneurs - have been exemplary - clear, full of content, full of insights, and delivered with style and engagement.”
“The variety of courses means there is something for everyone.
The quality of the courses is second to none with incredibly talented people in their fields presenting what they have learned over time.
The videos are great for those of us who are auditory learners and the pdfs are great to reinforce the lessons, to look back on and to make notes on.
I especially enjoy the courses that have actions to take after a lesson so you get a chance to apply what has been taught in the lesson.
If you are wanting to learn something new or to deepen your knowledge of something you love, I would highly recommend you purchase a course. Alternatively, subscribe for a year and dip into any of the courses on offer.
Unbeatable value.”
“Haven't really got into my course yet due to xmas. But, what I have read so far sounds easy to follow, and I can't wait till I can get more into it. I love the notes section and nice that I can go back and read it when I need help. Diffentley will try another cooking course but not to many to choose from for my liking. Wish mine would have more recipes.”
“I've been writing in the last few years of my 33 years in a cult. Only recently have I attempted fiction and discovered Harlan Coben who I've been reading and enjoying for many years. His lessons have been so valuable and have not only helped me continue my work of fiction but complete my other non-fiction work.”
“I enjoy listening to people who have succeeded in their fields of endeavour. I also enjoy the variety of views on the same subject. I'm watching Alan Moore and Harlan Coben who have different approaches to writing. This helped open my mind to not be narrowly focused on a particular style of writing.”
“I found the Lee Child course extremely useful. It’s not completely for someone who is a beginner, but I think it will help them. It’s easy to follow. He makes excellent points about the writing process. It doesn’t matter wha fiction you are writing commercial or literary fiction, it is going to be hard work. He deals with the central issues that all writers have grappled with and he does it in an easy accessible style. Very enjoyable.”
“I am interested in the creative writing parts of this portal and have been through JoJo Moyes's course about writing love stories. What a gem of the course for the beginners and even for those published writers. She is humble, sincere, warm, and so close to anyone who wants to learn from her. Her insight into every aspect of her character's life is the insight into everyone's life. I have read three of her books, and I laughed and cried, and I lived with Louise and her and Will's story, and Sam's conundrum with the shoes and the friendship brought those women together through their drama. For me, the depth of her characters and the love stories with a solid psychological fabric are things I learn from.
I bought six of her books and have read Me Before You, Me After You and Someone Else's Shoes.”
