German Christmas carols
This course has now finished
- Course Code: LGW09
- Dates: 07/12/23 - 07/12/23
- Time: 13:00 - 14:30
- Taught: Thu, Daytime
- Duration: 1 session
- Location: Keeley Street
- Tutor: Gisela Meyer
Course Code: LGW09
Duration: 1 session
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What is the course about?
Sing your way to better German pronunciation with this fun workshop based on Christmas songs that German speaking people learn as children.
What will we cover?
The workshop will involve learning to sing at least three German Christmas songs whilst working on pronunciation and musicality.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- sing at least three German Christmas songs
- make sounds that sound more German
- have a better grasp of the rhythms of the German language
- have increased confidence singing in German.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for learners at all levels and the way the songs are approached will be adjusted to meet the needs of the students present on the day.
You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no other costs.
Based on tutor's own material.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Any German and music courses. Please ask the tutor.
Gisela is a multi-skilled musician: She works as a pianist, piano accompanist, classical soprano, cellist and teacher. Following undergraduate studies in Frankfurt-am-Main and a postgraduate diploma (piano) in Weimar, Gisela obtained a MMus in Accompaniment at the Guildhall School for Music and Drama. She has also studied singing privately with Jessica Cash, focussing primarily on oratorio and art songs. Gisela performs regularly in recitals as a soloist (as pianist or singer) and also sings and plays in a variety of chamber ensembles. In her freelance work she accompanies concerts, exams and recitals for professionals, students of various music colleges and Grade exam canditates. She is a consultant for Islington Sixth Form college, with her roles ranging from acoompaniment and teaching to the conducting of exams and auditions. Gisela has worked for City Lit since 2001, as accompanist and tutor. Presently, she teaches Piano, Singing and Chamber music (Level 2 and Advanced).
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
