This course takes the form of eight masterclasses on the interpretation of German Song (Lied) repertoire with a leading expert in the field, baritone and vocal coach Richard Jackson. Sing your choice of repertoire with tutor guidance. The course is suitable for advanced singers (Grade 8 and beyond) and entry is via audition. Auditions will take place on 26th September 2024, 2 - 5pm. Please contact ann.cowling@morleycollege.ac.uk or enquiries@morleycollege.ac.uk to arrange an audition.
Courses
Lieder Masterclasses
When & Where
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3 October 2024 - 28 November 2024 ( 24 hours, 8 weeks )
- Afternoon, Thursday
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View course timetable
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Waterloo Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code W24VSSA06A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- An overview of the German Art Song repertoire
- Detailed knowledge of selected works in the genre
- A better feeling of how your voice suits this repertoire
- Preparation skills for new pieces
- Increased practical performing skills
Cost
Full fee
£405
Concession fee
£305
Class format and activities
At the start of each session, students are allocated equal individual time-slots to work on their chosen repertoire with the tutor and the accompanist of the class. Focus of work is on interpretation of the song: relationship between the text and music, between the vocal and piano line, pronunciation of the German language, interpretation of performance markings. The rest of the group participates in peer feedback and questions. There is an end-of-term informal performance of students’ chosen repertoire. The tutor will communicate details about this performance well in advance, and agree with the students which songs they will perform.
Entry requirements
This course is for advanced singers who have completed a few years of vocal training. Entry is via auditions, and this term they take place on Thursday 26th of September, 2-5pm. Please contact ann.cowling@morleycollege.ac.uk or enquiries@morleycollege.ac.uk to arrange an audition, and bring along any German Art Song (Lied) of your choice, to perform preferably from memory. There will be an accompanist present.
What you need to know before you enrol
For maximum benefit out of this course, you need to devote time for regular practice between sessions.
What you need
Please bring along note-taking material (recording equipment or pen and paper) and two copies of your music (one for the tutor and one for the accompanist).
What you can do next
Other courses related to performance of classical song repertoire for advanced students include the Masterclasses in French Song, Masterclasses in English Song and our opera courses.
