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These two sessions 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?
Intermediate to advanced level with established vocal technique. Some experience of singing jazz repertoire.
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 may be asked to prepare a song for the end of the second date to perform in a Brazilian style.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
A longer version of this special course will run in the autumn term: MF984.
Clare Foster is a vocalist, lyricist, composer and educator. Born in England, she has studied and worked in New York, Holland, Canada, England and in many countries in Europe and Asia. She has taught at the City Lit for over twenty years, and has also taught at Morley College, Trinity College of Music and in a Finnish conservatoire. In 2017 Clare trained on a Bangor University course to teach Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MSBR). She uses many of these techniques in her current classes and has designed a mindfulness course tailored to singers. Her interests lie in how the psyche impacts on the voice. She specialises in Jazz and Brazilian music repertoire and vocal approach and also teaches on a one-to-one basis in London.
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.
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