Embrace the thrill of choir in our vocal workshop. In an informal and relaxed atmosphere, BFCS Musical Director Thomas Leech, will take us through Mendelssohn’s masterpiece, joined in the afternoon by our celebrity guest, Artistic Director of Gabrieli Consort, Paul McCreesh, as well as guest expert vocal coaches:
- Eleonore Cockerham, soprano, previously singing with the world-famous vocal ensemble VOCES8
- Alex Kyle, conductor, singer and expert vocal coach.
Some music-reading ability and choral experience will ensure you get the most out of the day but is not essential.
See what we can achieve in just 1 day!
Do book your friends and family in for our informal performance at 6pm – they’ll be in for a treat.
An edition specially prepared by Paul McCreesh for his recording with Gabrieli will be used for the day – these are provided to borrow for the workshop, included in the price. We will be working on all of the choruses from this oratorio in the workshops, and performing a selection of these, together with some of the arias, in the informal performance.
There is no dress code.
10am Registration & Coffee/Tea
10:30am Introduction, warm-up and initial rehearsal
11am Sectional rehearsal and vocal coaching
12.30pm Full rehearsal
1:15 Lunch Break (lunch not provided)
2:00 Full rehearsal with Paul McCreesh
5pm Tea Break – Buffet provided, including cake!
6pm Performance
7pm Finish
About the venue: the school has ample car parking, and level access. We we will be using raked seating in the hall but seating can be added as needed for those who aren’t able to use the steps.