Jazz vocal samba and bossa nova
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- Start Date: 22 Sep 2026End Date: 10 Nov 2026This course is fullTue (Daytime): 16:00 - 17:45In PersonFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £195.00
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What is the course about?
This course will teach you how to sing over Samba and Bossa Nova chord sequences and rhythms.
What will we cover?
We will practise elements of Samba and Bossa Nova grooves. Phrasing and improvising in a Brazilian style over relevant chord sequences. Group and solo singing on chosen songs. Some history of these music styles will be included.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
• count in Samba and Bossa nova songs
• sing solo with more confidence in these genres
• communicate effectively with your accompanist.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
For intermediate to advanced level singers with established vocal technique. Experience of singing jazz repertoire is vital.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Vocal warm up in a group with extensive rhythm work. Solo demonstration and performance. Sharing ideas and good practice. You will work towards preparing songs to perform in a Brazilian style.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Energy!
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
This is a supplementary course to our jazz singing programme.
Clare studied drama and then went on to study jazz and studio music at The Guildhall School of Music. She has lived and performed professionally in various countries including; New York, The Netherlands, Toronto and Singapore. Nearly 30 years ago she began teaching adult jazz singing courses in London, Morley College, The City Lit, Trinity Laban and Finland and has always been interested in a holistic approach. Her own journey of well being included training in Mindfulness in 2017, where she has designed and runs courses combining both mindfulness and singing. In 2025 she became a certified Buteyko Breathing instructor and has found this psychophysical approach extremely valuable. Clare’s own practice consists of daily yoga sessions, meditation and regular Alexander lessons.
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.
