Advanced singers' workshop (song): module 1
Course
In London
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Start date
Different dates available
If you are an experienced singer with a reliable vocal technique and music-reading skills, this advanced course will offer you the opportunity to study of Western classical song repertoires in depth. It will also help you to improve the way you prepare for performances on the recital platform. You are expected to prepare your repertoire in advance for this class. In module 1 we focus on posture, breathing and support and explore repertoire with a theme of 'trees'. Tutor: Håkan Vramsmo [external website]
Accompanist: Clive Pollard.
Facilities
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About this course
- Confidently perform selected songs from the studied repertoire from memory.
- Demonstrate a vocal technique to show variations of tone and colour.
- Show an enhanced understanding of the works studied.
- Show an improvement in your listening skills and aural perceptiveness.
- Critically evaluate vocal and performance technique in yourself and others.
Note book and pencil, sheet music as required and perhaps a course book if required. You are encouraged to
acquire copies of music to be studied during the year. Music may be purchased new or second-hand and/or
available from local libraries. Westminster Central Music Library (Victoria) and the Barbican Music Library have very
comprehensive collections. Suitable scores may also be available from
- Time allowed for physical and vocal warm-up.
- Group work, individual presentations, discussion and exchange of ideas/suggestions between tutor and class
members.
- Demonstration and lecture.
- You will be expected to research and experiment with repertoire and to present it in class already prepared.
- Repertoire will be introduced for the most part by the tutor, but students will have some opportunity to experiment with their own choices.
- You will be expected to practise for a minimum of one hour daily.
Reviews
Subjects
- Voice
Course programme
- Vocal and physical exercises.
- Expanding your confidence and experience of singing in different languages
- Guidance on technical improvement with reference to vocal colour and tone.
- Experimentation with repertoire and guidance on its suitability.
- Communicating with an audience.
- Help with constructive criticism in order to gain a better understanding of the voice.
Additional information
Advanced singers' workshop (song): module 1