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Saturday 9th March 2019

10am - 5pm, 6th & 7th October, 17th November, 12 January 2019, 9th February, 9th & 10th March

St Botolph-without-Aldgate, Aldgate High Street, London, EC3N 1AB and St John's Waterloo, 73 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8TY

This course is for those operating at a high level of choral conducting. Applicants should have a number of years' practical experience (including at least one current choir), and demonstrate command of a variety of musical styles, showing awareness of mistakes within the choir and correcting them, an ability to create a rapport with their choir and showing an understanding of how voices work.

Observer places

For those who are interested to learn more about what the course involves, who enjoy singing a variety of repertoire, or are curious to learn some of the methodology without committing to any practical involvement. Places are limited and will be offered on a first come first served basis for each voice part.

Prices: £35 abcd members, £45 non-members per one-day session.

Book observer places online below.

Looking for a one-day event instead? Check out our new series The Twelve.

How to book online

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