Singing
Learn the fundamentals of singing or try out choral singing on our large range of courses for adults. Enjoy a short singing course with us in the evenings, daytime or at weekends.
Read our guide to choosing a singing class at City Lit.
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Summer choir
Course Date: Mon 9 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetSinging with others is great fun, and has been proven to be good for your health. Come and get started over the summer and see how you benefit. Suitable for all levels, no audition required. Tutor: Richard Hartley Wilson.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £89.00Concession: £54.00 -
Singing for absolute beginners
Course Date: Mon 9 Jul 2018 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetStart your journey as a singer this summer with our short, enjoyable course. Take your first important steps to develop a healthy vocal technique. An ability to pitch notes from the piano and voice is essential.Full fee: £69.00Senior fee: £55.00Concession: £42.00 -
Mindful singing
Course Date: Tue 10 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEngage all your senses to connect mind and body awareness while singing. Combine breathing exercises, vocal technique, relaxation and simple movement to equip you to cope with performance anxiety. Explore how the psyche affects how we relate to singing. tutor : Clare Foster.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £79.00 -
Singing: technique into performance
Course Date: Wed 11 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA lively workshop for singers who wish to explore new classical and light-classical repertoire. Learn to employ your vocal technique in a flexible and artistic way. Tutor: Trevor Alexander [external website].Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £111.00Concession: £85.00 -
Sing soul and blues
Course Date: Thu 12 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop your use of appropriate vocal technique for soul and blues styles, and good rhythm. Solo and ensemble singing of contemporary and classic repertoire. You need to be able to sing in time and in tune to join this course. Tutor: Laura Zakian.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £60.00 -
Sing music theatre workshop
Course Date: Thu 12 Jul 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA lively workshop for singers new to this style and actors wanting to improve their singing technique. Be guided through the basics to find the right singing qualities for this repertoire. Tutor: Heather Longman.Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £111.00Concession: £85.00 -
Overcoming tone deafness
Course Date: Fri 13 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore your voice in an understanding an encouraging environment. Many people believe that they are tone deaf but just need some confidence and guidance in using the voice. If this sounds like you, this course will give you the confidence to open out your voice and take the first important steps in learning to sing. Tutor: Ruth Beckmann.Full fee: £79.00Senior fee: £63.00Concession: £48.00 -
Sing in harmony
Course Date: Fri 13 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetTry a variety of song arrangements. Vocal score-reading and good intonation are essential to full participation. Tutor : Matt Burdynowski.Full fee: £149.00Senior fee: £149.00Concession: £91.00 -
Singers: improve your intonation
Course Date: Fri 13 Jul 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIn this workshop we will explore how we learn to pitch notes accurately and sing with better intonation. It's a great chance to improve the way you use your voice, and to increase your confidence in your musicianship. Tutor: Ruth Beckmann.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £99.00 -
Jazz vocal improvisation
Course Date: Sat 14 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn some approaches to improvisation over jazz tunes, what to listen for and what to study. You should already be accustomed to singing in the jazz idiom. This course aims to increase your confidence and 'know how', and enable you to enjoy improvising. Tutor: Cerys Hogg.Full fee: £69.00Senior fee: £69.00Concession: £42.00 -
Sing jazz
Course Date: Sun 15 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn essential tools to sing jazz, including what to listen for in the piano accompaniment and the importance of pulse, groove and vocal technique. For singers with musical experience who are new to the jazz idiom. Tutor: Laura Zakian.Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £49.00Concession: £30.00 -
Sing Broadway
Course Date: Tue 31 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn to perform your favourite songs from popular Broadway shows, from standard classics to modern musicals. Gain confidence in performing, and enjoy singing solo and in ensemble. Tutor: Richard Hartley Wilson.Full fee: £119.00Senior fee: £119.00Concession: £73.00 -
Come and sing: Duruflé Requiem
Course Date: Sat 4 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDurufle’s requiem (1948) draws much thematic material from Gregorian chant. Come and explore this highly expressive and devotional work at our friendly and popular weekend workshop. Tutors: Edward Breen & Katy Hamilton.Full fee: £69.00Senior fee: £69.00Concession: £42.00