London Conducting Weekend
Saturday 23rd November 2024
23rd and 24th November, 9.30am - 4.30pm, St Marylebone CE School, 64 Marylebone High Street, London, W1U 5BA
Tutors: Amy Bebbington, James Davey and Jonathan Schranz
Join us for our new weekend training course format - two days of practical conducting training, at both Initial and Intermediate levels including podium time for all participants.
The Initial level is designed for those who are either new to leading choirs, or have conducted for a while and want to back up their experience with training. The Intermediate level is designed for those who already have experience in leading a choir and may have had some previous training.
We do expect participants to be able to sing, have a basic level of sight-reading for the Initial course, and a competent level of sight-reading for the Intermediate course. If you are unsure of which level is most suitable for you, please contact Elisabeth Brierley.
Initial training:
This fully interactive weekend will include individual podium time for all participants and will cover key topics such as:
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Beat patterns in a variety of meters
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How to deliver useful, effective and relevant vocal warm ups
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How to teach and lead songs/rounds efficiently
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The conductor as a verbal and visual communicator
Intermediate training:
This fully interactive weekend will include individual podium time for all participants and will cover key topics such as:
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Body language, kinaesthetics, effective gestures and how to shape sound
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Preparing and planning for a successful rehearsal
- Understanding the voice and getting the best from your choir
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Conductor as verbal, vocal and visual communicator
Fees:
- Initial level training: £180 weekend rate for abcd members or £250 weekend rate for non-members. Day rate: £90 for abcd members or £125 for non-members.
- Intermediate level training: £210 weekend rate for abcd members or £290 weekend rate for non-members. Day rate: £105 for abcd members or £145 for non-members.
- Observers are welcome to observe Intermediate level training: £35 for members and £45 for non-members.
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Bursaries: we have a limited number of bursary places available for young conductors (18 - 28 year olds) and any conductor who works with young singers. Bursary places are £150 for the weekend, or £60 for the day. Contact Elisabeth Brierley for more information.