FREE youth Summer Singing School
Have you always wanted to sing? If the answer is yes then we have some exciting news for you! We are going to be running a FREE Summer Singing School for young people later this month. The summer school will take place at The Bluecoat arts centre in Liverpool city centre and will run from Monday 16th August until Friday 27th August 2010.
The Summer Singing Schoool will be available to 3 different age groups:
* 8-11 yr olds
* 12-15 yr olds
* 16-19 yr olds
You will get the chance to sing with lots of other people in a funky , fun environment. You'll learn new songs and also get the opportunity to perform for your friends and families. Through a cappella and accompanied group singing, this exciting and challenging school will provide an exploration of musical styles from African to contemporary pop, soul and R’n’B. It will also provide an introduction to a variety of vocal techniques.
No previous experience is necessary but we do require commitment from those who attend as there will be performances throughout the 2 weeks.
If you wish to apply for the Summer Singing School please email us at info@senseofsound.net or phone (0151) 702 7799.
FREE youth Summer University
From 2nd of August until 6th August we will be running a fantastic new Solo Singing and Performance course.
The course is open to 12-18 year olds who want to improve their skills in singing and performance, with the opportunity of gaining a bronze arts award. In addition to learning warm ups and vocal technique as a group, the young people will develop their individual skills through solo performances, improvisation and learning how to use a microphone. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in the Summer University showcase event to celebrate their achievements.
The course, in partnership with Greenwich Summer University and Integrated Youth Support and Services will run from 10.30-3.30pm each day.
There are only a few places left on the course so if you are interested in applying please do so ASAP by calling 020 8921 8086/8282 or emailing summeruni@greenwich.gov.uk
Out of the Blue festival and Afro Reggae
Out of the Blue festival is an amazing programme of events that is taking place in and around Everton Park and one of the highlights is AfroReggae. The world famous performance artists from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil will work in partnership with Sense of Sound as part our exciting Summer Singing school. In addition, they will be holding workshops in drumming, dance and circus skills across the city. Check out this link for more details: AfroReggae
We are extremely excited about this collaboration as the group bring an energy, passion and commitment that is going to ensure an unforgettable experience for all of the young people, practitioners and audiences alike.
You can see AfroReggae perform alongside our Summer Singing School on August 21st at Everton Park. For more information on how to become involved please contact Paula Kearns at West Everton Community Council on 0151 282 0303 or email pkearns.wecc@yahoo.co.uk
Sense of Sound Singers auditions for male voices.
Sense of Sound Singers is looking for more Liverpool based male voices to join this exciting vocal ensemble and we will be holding auditions on the August 29th from 1.30-4pm. The auditions are open to those aged 18 and over will take place at The Bluecoat Arts centre on School Lane. Please call the office on 0151 702 7799 if you wish to audition and we will give you a time slot. Alternatively, you can send us an email to info@senseofsound.net
Liverpool Pride
For one day only Dale Street and the surrounding area will be transformed into a glittering street party. 18 hours of music, performances, dance and cabaret will take place across the Main, Acoustic and Cabaret stages.
Our contribution to this amazing festival will take place on the ACOUSTIC stage and from 2pm will feature performances by Jennifer John, Ogo, Connie Lush and Ian McNabb. The stage will close in spectacular fashion with the incredible Sense of Sound Singers at 7.20pm
As part of the 2010 Year of Health & Wellbeing, Age Concern Liverpool and Liverpool Pride have organised a feast of activities in our Health & Wellbeing Area including alternative therapies and relaxation, food and drink with music and dancing.
Come and join the party!
Save the Date!!
Killerfernandez and
Juliet Russell are to perform a series of gigs in the autumn season. The first 2 will be on the 14th and 15th of September at The Bluecoat, Liverpool and The Forge in London.
Here's what the press have been saying about them:
Killerfernandez: '.. Think Massive Attack, Lamb, Lali Puna, Mo' Wax, Ninja Tune or even Morr Music and you are on the right track. Tight knit funk, beat-box, Hammond organs, double bass, and angelic vocals - it's all here wrapped up in some terrific songs. Do not miss.' (Rough Trade, April 2009)
'Seeing Juliet Russell on stage, you can’t help, but feel you’re witnessing the birth of a legend. That this is one of those festival moments that people will talk about for years (and pretend they were at). Juliet’s soaring voice has everyone in rapture.' (Joe Bibby, NOW UK magazine)
Juliet Russell will be performing with her new band line up featuring Al Brown on drums, Svetlana Vassileva on bass and legendary The Yardbirds' front man Andy Mitchell on guitar.
Tickets for the Liverpool performance on 14th are £10/£8 and can be reserved by calling the Bluecoat box office on 0151 709 5279. The tickets for The Forge gig are £8/£6 if you purchase directly on line by following this link: The Forge or if bought on the door are £10/£8
DaDaSings
DaDa - Disability & Deaf Arts, is a innovative disability arts organisation based in the North West. It aims "to inspire, develop and celebrate talent and excellence in deaf and diability arts."
This is the 2nd year that in partnership with Sense of Sound and deaf BSL signer and performer, Caroline Parker, DaDaSings will take place as part of DaDaFest International 2010. This groundbreaking project is one in which hearing people will sing and deaf people will sign.
Recruitment for the project will take place during August and September with performances happening throughout November and December. DaDaSings is open to all aged 18 and over. If you wish to take part in the project you can obtain an application form by contacting info@dadahello.com or by calling 0151 707 1733.
Health and Wellbeing 2010
This is the year of Health and Wellbeing on Merseyside and Sense of Sound is delighted to be leading the singing activity across the city in partnership with the Primary Care Trust and Liverpool City Council. We have some really exciting projects planned for autumn and winter which will see the development of projects with mental health service users and the creation of a contemporary choir for the over 50s. In addition, we will be planning vocal health seminars and workshops. We will let you know more in the next newsletter so watch this space.
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