Develop your understanding of the French melodie, creating a performance and interpretation that is your own.
STANDARD: CONFIDENT, SKILLED
Resident: £402 Non-Resident: £292 (25% off for under 27s) Code: 24/248
Booking for Members opens at 11am on Wednesday 28 February 2024
Non-Member and online booking opens at 11am on Wednesday 20 March 2024
For details on how to become a Member to take advantage of early booking, see here.
What is the course about?
We will delve into the French song repertoire, looking at the intricacies of pronunciation and how it can aid our singing and make the music come alive.
We will consider the poetry of your chosen melodie, any symbolism present, and how the composer has decided to set the text to enable us to make more informed interpretative choices.
Guidance will be given on creating a fully rounded performance that considers the relationship between the voice and the piano.
Broaden your knowledge of this rich repertoire in a fun and supportive class.
What will we cover?
This course will look at vocal technique, the pronunciation, interpretation and style of French song and the relationship between the singer and the pianist.
What will we accomplish? By the end of this course you will be able to…
This course will broaden the participants’ knowledge of French song repertoire, improve their performance capabilities and increase their understanding of style.
What is the level of the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is for skilled, confident singers.
How will the course be taught, and will any preparation be required?
There will be group warm ups each morning after which the course will follow a masterclass format with individual working sessions and opportunities for tutor and peer feedback in all sessions.
Participants should prepare three pieces, be musically secure in all of them and understand what they’re singing about.
There will be an informal performance given on the final day.
Will music be provided in advance of the course?
No, participants are requested to bring their own music and additional copies for the tutors.
Helpful resources: IMSLP has a wide range of parts and scores. Benslow Music members may be able to borrow music from our library
Is there anything I need to bring?
Participants should bring three copies of their music and translations of all their pieces.