Monthly singing workshops (Saturdays 10.00am-4.00pm) £30
Next workshop: Sat 20. March 2010
Tea/Coffee provided. Bring your own lunch.
There is a myth that only the talented would be considered worthy of voice lessons and so the idea of approaching a teacher is too scary for the humble chorister. These workshops provide singers with the luxury of access to an approachable singing teacher who can answer basic questions and help demystify the process of learning to sing without scaring them half to death (at a fraction of the price)!
Often amateur singers assume it is to be expected that they are exhausted and hoarse at the end of a
choir practice. How often do you hear of singers who are too vocally tired after the afternoon 'dress rehearsal'
to really enjoy or give their best in the evening performance? Having sung for years without vocal tuition
some are ashamed to admit that they have never understood what 'support' really is.
The workshops are designed to allow for students to come to some of the dates and not necessarily commit themselves to all. Missing one or two doesn't mean you can't catch up as the first hour usually covers the basic principles for the benefit of new-comers and revises exercises from previous months. They are fun too, as you may see from the photographs of our informal Showcase concert.
The classes are made up of a wide variety of vocal experience and achievement. While most members are
willing to sing alone in front of the class Linda is particularly keen to attract those students who
would welcome the chance to observe others learning without being under any pressure to stand up and
sing in front of the group themselves. No-one is ever obliged to volunteer to sing. The atmosphere is
so friendly and supportive that many surprise themselves by taking the plunge and by doing so learn to
conquer their nerves which hugely boosts their confidence.
Workshops will be held on the following Saturdays, at one of the following locations. Click on the links for directions.
- St Peter's Primary School, Wrecclesham, Farnham, Surrey or
- St Peter's Church Hall, Wrecclesham, Farnham, Surrey.
| Sat 20. March 2010 | Church Hall |
| Sat 17. April 2010 | Church Hall |
| Sat 15. May 2010 | Church Hall |
| Sat 19. June 2010 | Church Hall |
| Sat 17. July 2010 | Church Hall |
Timetable
| 9:30 - 10:00 | Check in |
| 10:00 - 11:15 | Warm-ups, basics and revision |
| 11:15 - 11:45 | Coffee break |
| 11:45- 1:00 | Further singing techniques |
| 1:00 - 1:45 | Lunch break - bring your own. |
| 1:45 - ~3:00 | Voice Surgery 15 minute slots for students to work on a piece or to ask for specific advice on any aspect of singing - open to anyone in the room to ask questions, stand up and have a go. A chance to have a 15 minute singing lesson, albeit in public. All repertoire welcome. |
| ~3:00 - 4:00 | Group singing - usually a capella close harmony. A chance to apply what you have learned. |
| 4:00 | Final cup of tea! |
Prior booking is essential. Please complete and return a booking form as early as possible.
For further information please email or ring either Roger Ellis on 01252 710 360 or Linda on 01323 815 738.