OTHER ACTIVITIES |
Capoeira – for children from 7-18 with or without experience who have an interest in music, dance and acrobatics |
Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that was developed by African slaves and incorporates dance, acrobatics, self defense, philosophy, instrumental playing and singing. |
- Improve your physical fitness, flexibility, strength and co-ordination
- Improve your spatial awareness and self-defense
- Develop general musicianship skills, instrumental playing and singing
- Improve your confidence
- Learn about the history of Capoeira and its role today
- Learn the accompanying songs and music
- Take part in performances
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Djembe Drumming– for children from 7-18 with an interest in drumming, with or without experience |
The drum originates from the Malinke peoples of West Africa. Djembe drumming has become popular world wide and djembe drummers can be found in many world music/jazz fusion groups as well as in more traditional ensembles. |
- Learn and play some traditional West African rhythms in 2 or 3 parts
- Be involved with composing and arranging 2/3 part rhythms.
- Take part in performances
- Develop musicianship and ensemble skills
- Improve your confidence
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Little Big Voices – for children from 8-14 with a passion for singing with or without experience |
An exciting choir that develops children’s vocal technique and unlike most choirs includes dance. LBV brings children together in a fun and supportive environment. |
- Study a range of contemporary repertoire from many styles and genres
- Study vocal technique and some notation
- Incorporates contemporary dance styles and microphone technique
- Take part in performances
- Develop musicianship and ensemble skills
- Improve your confidence
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Inclusion
For children of all ages who have special needs including learning difficulties, social and behavioral issues, autistic spectrum
For more information on our Inclusion programme click here |
- Small group sessions in a safe and friendly environment.
- Opportunities to sing and play instruments with other children
- Children’s programs are individually planned and delivered by a specialist.
- Where appropriate children are given ongoing support in accessing other activities at the centre.
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Sound Engineering
(10 - 18 Years)
Learn about sequencing, recording, sampling, microphones and everything else you need to know on your road to becoming a music producer. |
- Open to anyone from the age of 10. No prior experience necessary.
- Learn basic recording and microphone techniques.
- Analyse your favourite songs
- Develop musicianship and IT skills
- Compose and record a track of your own and produce a CD
- Bring a pen and note book.
- Get to know Reason, Cubase SX and other music production programs.
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Gospel Choir
Explore a variety of music from modern gospel, traditional spirituals, to pop and soul, in a relaxed and encouraging environment. |
- Improve your vocal technique, harmony singing and learn how to move with the music.
- Songs will be taught a cappella with use of backing tracks
- Develop listening skills, with opportunities for solo singing. Bring water to each session and wear loose comfortable clothing for physical warm ups.
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