Calendar

Feb
5
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2023
Arranging from the Beatbox Perspective with Spiderhorse
Feb 5 2023 @ 10:00 AM – Feb 9 2020 @ 11:00 AM

For the first time in history, a world renown beatbox “ensemble” has won a major contemporary a cappella competition. Beatbox skills alone don’t account for their win. Arranging played a pivotal role. Spiderhorse, the 2019 Aca-Open Champions will break down their unique arranging style. Texture, register and harmonic choices all play a part in creating impactful arrangements under their approach. This is a class that’s as appropriate for beginners as it is for advanced students.

Entertainer vs Actor with Midtown
Feb 5 2023 @ 10:00 AM – Feb 9 2020 @ 11:00 AM

What’s the difference? Are they the same? Is it one, or the other? Can you be both? Learn when and how to apply these different titles when performing to take your artistry to the next level.

Overtone Jam
Feb 5 2023 @ 10:00 AM – Feb 9 2020 @ 11:00 AM

No words. Just an entire class of meditative drone and shimmering, soaring harmonics to lift the spirits. All participants and teachers will be singing together.

(Ok. There might be just a few words…)

Bass+Beatbox at the Same Time with Riltons Vanner
Feb 5 2023 @ 11:00 AM – Feb 9 2020 @ 12:00 PM

Some bass technique. Some vocal percussion. And most importantly, the insane skill of doing both at the same time. Whether you learn it for bragging rights, just for a hot moment in your show,  or to pay one less person in your pro group, this is a skill worth having! Learn the ins and outs of this art form from Sebastian Rilton, founder and one-man rhythm section of the award winning Swedish powerhouse, Riltons Vanner.

The Art of Harmony Singing w/ Resolve
Feb 5 2023 @ 11:00 AM – Feb 9 2020 @ 12:00 PM

Singing in harmony can challenge even the most talented of singers. Learn the techniques that make ensembles come alive right from the reigning NY and National Harmony Sweepstakes Champions, Resolve!

Beatbox with Spiderhorse
Feb 5 2023 @ 12:00 PM – Feb 9 2020 @ 1:00 PM
Energy on Stage w/ Christian Fris-Ronsfeld
Feb 5 2023 @ 12:00 PM – Feb 9 2020 @ 1:00 PM

Christian Fris-Ronsfeld teaches this class about stage presence and energy!

How do I find the right energy on stage ?
How do we ensure that our choir performance doesn’t just sound great, but also looks great ?
How can we unify and synchronise our movements as a group while still maintaining our individuality and perform with integrity ?

In this workshop we learn a few methods of how we can move in a choir with a sense of style and authenticity.

These methods are not just theoretical, but we will apply them straight away with songs and pieces of sample
music. Our focus is on how to be in contact and interaction with our fellow singers and on being conscious how our movements can affect an audience.
We’ll work with different levels of energy that can help amplify the musical expression.

Expect this to be fun – Let’s get the party started !

Just “Doo” It! Arranging + Performing Syllables with John David Maybury
Feb 5 2023 @ 12:00 PM – Feb 9 2020 @ 1:00 PM

Arranging is hard enough when it’s only about notes. Add syllables in and you face a completely separate challenge. What’s too busy? What’s too plain? What’s off-putting? What enhances the music and what distracts? John David Maybury leads an interactive class that explores emotional intention and artistry as drivers behind the selection and performance of background syllables.  So come on! Get’s  doo-doo-doo this! Feel free to bring YOUR arrangements for coaching as part of the class! Heartfelt are on board to share their arrangements! Maybe you will too!