London A Cappella Festival : 2014 : All Things Vocal: Workshops

Workshop 1 10.00 – 11.00 Brazilian Rhythms & Body Percussion

Blow away those winter cobwebs as celebrated musical director and conductor Carlos Bauzys joins us from São Paulo, Brazil, to bring you an invigorating workshop exploring the vibrant rhythms of South America and introducing Brazilian Body Percussion.

Workshop 2 11.30 – 12.30 Pitch Perfect Unpicked

Blockbuster hit Pitch Perfect’s Music Director Deke Sharon and fellow House Jack Nick Girard will draw upon two decades of performing, recording, arranging and teaching. Whether you are an amateur singer, an experienced improviser or a shower-singing guru, you will be challenged to see just what you can achieve with your voice.

Workshop 3 13.00 – 14.00 The Craft with Bob Chilcott

sponsored by Oxford University Press

Join internationally-acclaimed composer and conductor Bob Chilcott, described by the Observer as ‘a contemporary hero of British choral music’ as he delves into two gems from his ever-popular collection of choral works. Crafting your vocal skills under Chilcott’s expert direction, you’ll be part of the festival’s first ever scratch choir! Scores will be provided

Workshop 4 15.45 – 16.45 Pass me the Jazz with The Real Group

Join members of The Real Group as they explain and demonstrate the ingredients of their inimitable trademark sound. This is an unparalleled opportunity to sing with members of this vocal super-group.

Workshop 5 16.45 - 17.45 Dominic Peckham’s Total Vocal

Join Dominic as he 'lays it bare' - getting to grips with exactly what it takes to be part of an a cappella group. Explore various technical aspects involved as you put together your a cappella team (no matter what your level), the ingredients to enhancing your individual instrument and taking your performance standards to a new level. Be ready for new rep, new ideas and some improv explosions!

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