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This is a
workshop for anyone who feels moved to experiment with sound,
voice, rhythm, music, dance and movement. It will combine
improvised instrumental music making and voicework with ‘Dance
of Awareness’, which uses techniques from meditation,
spiritual self-enquiry and ecstatic dance to allow a natural
flow of awareness and energy within the body.
Music and dance
are both ways in which we can express ourselves naturally and
creatively without words. Music & movement help us dive
deeper into the mystery of our inner world and connect with the
energy which empowers it. Putting awareness into how we hold our
bodies, consciously experimenting with different postures and
beliefs, can be rewarding, revealing, moving and fun.
Sound and music provide an infinitely creative soundtrack to our
lives, uniquely mirroring, expressing and communicating our
emotions and life experience. This workshop opens new doors to
musicians of all levels of ability, including complete
beginners, offering a unique opportunity to experience the
infinity of moods & textures which can be created by sound,
voice, rhythm & music.
Putting music
& movement together and we have a recipe for a day of deep
fun and imaginative self - statement. What’s more, anyone can
do it and you can’t get it wrong.We will be working with a
wide range of instruments and our voices to create sounds,
rhythms and music which will provide the soundtrack for
improvised dancing. And by tuning in to our body shapes and
allowing them to flow, we will provide inspiration for the band
to make the music . At any time you could be a musician, singer,
vocaliser, dancer, or all four and we shall explore different
ways of combining these disciplines.
In the first half
of the day will shall concentrate on learning and practising
basic skills and awareness, in preparation for the second half,
where the group will be invited to take more responsibility for
its statement.
You do not need
to call yourself a singer, musician or a dancer to enjoy this
workshop. This is Community Arts, which is inclusive &
participatory. Anyone who is interested can come – just be
willing to discover and explore your natural musicianship and
dance. You may be surprised and delighted by what you discover !
Come on an exciting journey into the music and movement of life
- join the party & express yourself !
Instruments
provided and bring your own, too!
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The aim of this day is to give
you an experience of the many different aspects of your voice
and to help you to expand your capacity for self-statement.
Be surprised by the amazing ways in which the voice can be used
and be encouraged to develop areas of statement which you find
challenging. The voice is a complex and multi-faceted
instrument, involving our whole being - mind, body and spirit -
and the day will bring all of these aspects together. It
will be presented as an A to Z of the voice, so it will be a
workshop full of interesting titbits..
We
shall work with:
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the
breath as the starting point for all vocal
sound;
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your
physical energy and stamina
which are needed for extended improvisations;
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your
confidence to sing out and vocalise your
feelings;
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your
willingness to communicate and connect
with others and your level of concentration
and depth of listening to yourself and the
group as a whole.
There
will be many opportunities for intuitive and creative vocal
statement including toning and improvisation using free
sound.
You will learn about
some aspects of music as it relates to the voice (e.g. basic
theory and ear training) and be introduced to a broad
view of vocal technique. And we shall, of
course, sing ! The repertoire could be anything from the
past 50 years of popular music or from any country in the world.
Songs will be chosen in order to teach a certain aspect of vocal
technique or to challenge you to develop a particular area of
vocal statement.
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"More
than just music/ singing. Good atmosphere, good venue. Gave me
the confidence to sing in a way that I have never done
before."
"A
splendid day with a challenging pace, giving plenty of
opportunity to explore, develop and let go. I am now on a new
level of confidence with my voice as my creative tool, to use
with increased versatility."
Come and join
kindred spirits in a safe, inspiring, communicative and
expressive vocal workout and create a sound community for a day
in an inspiring central London venue. |
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"I
feel very relaxed at the end of a rather moving day... there
were some great musical experiences that transcended the
everyday... I have reconnected with my joy of the singing
experience and learned some lovely songs from cultures I have
never connected with musically"
"Feeling
more relaxed, but invigorated and full of wonderful music... an
excellent, fun day, thank you."
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There
is so much music in the world... it's almost infinite ! We
listen to most of it on CD's, TV and radio
and watch others perform it. We are nearly always the audience,
silently listening and appreciating, then applauding... and
purchasing. But
how often do you participate in creating it ? How often have you
involved all of your senses in feeling the music of the world ?
Come and experience
an amazing variety of world musical styles via your own
statement. Your breath is the fuel that vibrates your vocal
mechanism; your body the resonator which amplifies the sound;
your mind is exercised by concentration on creating the
words and syllables of a multitude of cultures; your energy
mingles with others of like mind in interactive group processes
and your feelings and your spirit can be healed by the whole
vocal experience.
Come and
express your many selves through the musics of the world.
From uplifting multi-part harmony songs from Africa, to earthy,
trance-like Native American chants, beautiful lullabies, rousing
joyful Gospel songs, to deeply spiritual Indian chants.... to
songs in languages you would never dream of speaking... ! And
songs in English ! Sing the World will take you on a unique
musical journey around the globe in one afternoon !
It's fun and
it's very healthy !
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A
workshop which enables everyone to get into music ! learn the
basics in a fun, sociable way !
An
inspiring journey where the learning process and quality of
group interaction are just as important the end product.
Especially for those with no experience, those
who ‘play a bit’, used to play at school, sing in the
bath, or have a dusty instrument in the attic ! It will also be
enjoyed by musicians with more experience who miss the social
element of music-making. Bring your sense of fun and willingness
to let go into creative self-expression !
THE
MUSIC EXPERIENCE is about learning and participation.
Interactive group processes will tempt you out of your
musical shell... percussion ensembles, vocal posses, singing
& playing, exploring moods, colours and textures with
instruments, plus time to share your feelings and experiences. A
supportive space to build your confidence, let go of fear and
inhibitions and expand your awareness of yourself, sound, voice,
rhythm and music.
Instruments provided, and please bring any of your own if you
have them.
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Awaken
& stimulate your creativity & imagination.
Explore
& Develop your confidence, self- awareness and freedom of
expression.
Discover
sound, silence, voices, drums, percussion, instruments and yourself, in a
group.
Learn
& practice musical and vocal skills and awareness:
feeling beat and rhythm, listening, responding, concentration,
letting go and communication.
Sound
& music mirror, express and communicate our thoughts,
feelings and life experience.
Come and create the soundtrack to
life... Life Music
Instruments provided, and please bring any of your own if you
have them.
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An
exploration of
vocal & instrumental
improvisation and self – expression.
Get
out of your mind and into your music !
A
playshop for people who already play instruments, as well as
those who have less experience but have a free and positive
attitude to music. A fun, inspiring and stimulating and
supportive space to experience the joy and healing power of
self–expression using sound, voice, rhythm and music.
Using sound, silence, voices,
drums, percussion and other instruments, we shall create
improvised music within well-defined yet flexible musical
boundaries.
An opportunity to exercise your creativity, sensitivity and
imagination - discover your own music, within boundaries which
are challenging yet safe.
‘Sound
Music Magic’ explores a hundred ways to make music
and provides an opportunity to discover, express and
communicate different parts of ourselves in flowing waves of
sound and dynamics of group energy.
Create
magical, spontaneous soundscapes, musical and vocal happenings -
gently flowing journeys of subtly, suddenly, beautifully
changing moods and textures, silence, stillness & wonder...
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Writing,
performing and musicianship, for musicians & songwriters of all
levels. A safe, supportive space to develop your talent.
Learn
about song structure, lyric writing and the elements of songwriting in
different styles,.
Practise
creating ideas through intuitive, spontaneous singing & playing;
begin turning ideas into songs & compositions. Get inspired !
Develop
essential personal qualities: patience, perseverance,
self-discipline, concentration, self-confidence and the courage to
perform.
Perform
your song babies - get feedback and encouragement from the tutor and the
group.
Explore
your creative process. Identify blocks and what you need to reach your
goals.
expand
your musical
knowledge:
Rhythm
musicianship: beat, rhythm,
singing and
playing together in time.
General
musicianship: harmony & theory.
Singing
musicianship: free the musical voice to improvise and create melodies;
vocal phrasing.
Arranging: the
basics, for different instruments.
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Refreshments
provided on all days
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