This summer school held at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is led by Dr Lori Watson and Jenn Butterworth, and offers an opportunity to gain insight into the research, rehearsal and recording processes for contemporary Scottish music-making, as well as explore the lively Glasgow music scene.
Alongside fellow musicians of a diverse range of specialisms, you will be immersed in an exploration of the concepts and skills underpinning contemporary Scottish Folk music arrangement and performance for ensembles, including:
- repertoire
- stylistic aspects, including ornamentation, rhythms and phrasing
- memory and arranging skills
- ensemble interaction
- improvisation, extemporisation and composition relating to the traditional idiom
historical and social contexts - sound production and stage planning
- The main focus of each day will be intensive ensemble workshops and you will apply skills gained over the week in practice. Students will arrange and rehearse a variety of repertoire culminating in a studio recording.
Workshops will be supported by personal practice time and, where appropriate, some one-to-one instrumental or vocal tuition by our Scottish music specialists.
In addition to the daily workshops and masterclasses there are opportunities for personal practice time, collaboration and social performance and exchange such as sessions and concerts in the city.
18 – 22 July 2016, 10am – 6pm
For 18+ years
Tuition fee: £500