Bask in the beauty and drama of remarkable upper voice repertoire through a broad range of choral music for sopranos and altos.
ABILITY: Improver, Confident, Skilful
Resident: £402 Non-Resident: £292 (25% off for under 27s) Code: 26/232
Members priority booking opens at 9am on Friday 20 June.
General booking opens at 9am on Friday 11 July.
For details on how to become a Member to take advantage of early booking, see here.
This course runs from 5.30pm on Monday 25 May to 4pm on Wednesday 27 May 2026.
What is the course about?
This course is ideal for all sopranos and altos who want to explore interesting, challenging and unique upper voice repertoire. The music will feature predominantly under-represented, lesser-known composers, showcasing new works and undiscovered gems. Experience of singing in choirs, and having an ability to sight-read well and listen judiciously, will be advantageous. Amy always ensures an uplifting, inclusive, positive and supportive atmosphere.
Sought-after for her dynamic and engaging teaching style, and her wealth of experience, Amy is a passionate advocate for choral singing and choral conductor training. With degrees in Piano Performance (UK) and a Doctorate in Choral Conducting (USA), Amy is the Director of Training for the Association of British Choral Directors and co-founder of the London International Choral Conducting Competition (LICCC).
Find out more on Amy's website: amybebbington.co.uk
What will we cover?
- A fascinating array of upper voice repertoire from all over the world
- Music spanning a variety of styles, vocal challenges and techniques
- Physical and vocal exercises to build confidence and uncover potential
- Singing with body percussion!
- Insights into composer’s musical intentions and textual inspirations
What will we accomplish? By the end of this course you will be able to…
- Sing some uniquely appealing music with new-found choral comrades!
- Have a deeper insight and knowledge of previously unknown repertoire
- Sing confidently in an upper voice ensemble in (sometimes) more than 8 parts
- Understand how to produce a variety of nuanced choral techniques
- Sing repertoire in English and other languages
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Confident, Skilful.
You should have confidence in sight reading, strong ensemble skills, a good musical ear and a general sense of physical coordination.
How will the course be taught, and will any preparation be required?
Some vocal teaching (orally) and movement (visually) by rote but mainly sight-reading from provided scores.
Will music be provided in advance of the course?
Yes, you will be sent a selection of PDFs before the course which you are recommended to print out or download on to your iPad.
Is there anything I need to bring?
Comfortable clothes and shoes, for physical warm ups.
All your printed/downloaded music!
A reusable plastic bottle of water (NO METAL WATER BOTTLES PLEASE)
Music stands will be available if required, but feel free to bring your own if preferred.