'Great teaching and encouragement! Candra makes difficult new techniques very clear by explaining with examples.'
– E. Parson
'A positive, fun course. I learned loads.'
– S. McCabe
The Contemporary Vocal Workshop is specially designed for the amateur r’n’b, folk, soul, gospel or pop singer. Although the classical tradition of vocal training has in the past proven useful, it does not necessarily address all the vocal demands of contemporary music, and many students reach the end of the road with their teachers still asking a lot of questions, such as: How do I sing louder? How do I sound more mainstream? How do those artists do that, and how can I?
This workshop, which includes both solo and group singing in 2-, 3- and 4-part harmony, will introduce some essential techniques, specific to contemporary vocal styles, that will help you to:
- Manage the break in the voice
- Develop your breathing and support
- Find your ‘powerhouse voice’
- Learn about vocal riffing and embellishment
- Address voice qualities and vocal ingredients relevant to particular contemporary styles
- Maintain vocal health
The workshop will also include preparation with an accompanist, and the group will showcase some of the material they have worked on in a final performance, open to the public. Participants are encouraged to invite family and friends along!
Although this workshop is an introduction to contemporary vocal styles, it is not intended for voice beginners and is not merely a ‘sing-along’. (Go to Introducing Singing for Adults for information on our beginners course.) Undertaking this course assumes that you have the time to practise consistently, are prepared to perform in front of others and will regularly attend.
Candra is available to meet with interested students to discuss the course and what it entails, and to answer any questions you may have, on Tuesday, September 28, 6.30 – 7.30 pm.
The Contemporary Vocal Workshop is one of our group courses. Private, partner, group and intensive lessons in popular and contemporary singing styles are also available. See Departments & Faculty - Voice (Singing) for more information.
First Term Schedule & Fee
10 weeks, October 5 – December 14, 2010
(No class on October 26)
Tuesdays 6.30 – 8 pm
Performance on Tuesday, December 14
Tuition Fee: €270
Payment Plan: €139 deposit; one payment (November 1) of €139
Candra Sleeman, Teacher
Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Candra Sleeman completed her Diploma in Contemporary Music Performance, majoring in voice, in 1999, and then undertook a Bachelor of Contemporary Music degree at Southern Cross University. There she polished her musical abilities and technique under the tutelage of Valerie Tamblyn-Mills and other acclaimed performers. After completing her degree, Candra's interest in education and teaching saw her undertake a Graduate Diploma in Music Education, and she has since taught voice, musicianship and theory, both in classroom and private settings, in Australia, London and Dublin. She has also had extensive experience in live performance, solo, in duos, trios and large ensembles and in a variety of different styles, ranging from soul to jazz and Latin to pop. Candra's experience with the renowned ‘Jo Estil Technique’ and her understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the voice removes the ‘smoke and mirrors’ that often comes with trying to teach technique to vocal students, promotes good vocal health and achieves results.
Enrolment
Enrolment for this course requires a completed enrolment form and either full payment of tuition fees or deposit and post-dated cheque or credit/Laser card details for those students opting for payment plans. Places are available on a first-come, first-served basis, based on the date of enrolment. Early enrolment is recommended, as places in each workshop are limited to twelve.
Purchasing this course as a gift? Download a gift certificate booking form.
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