Do you love singing and have an itch to lead singing groups and build a singing community?

Perhaps you have found yourself leading singing groups and feel like an imposter?

Maybe you have been leading groups for a while but want to develop your leadership style and have more tools to develop your groups?

This course covers the essentials of how to lead successful singing sessions.

You will learn:

• how to lead warm-ups (ice-breakers, physical, vocal and team-building);
• how to choose suitable songs,
• how to break down and teach songs;
• what to do with your hands (beating, starting, stopping and more);
• how to develop your group musically and interpersonally.

Ruth demonstrates and teaches with warmth and clarity, supporting each participant in their learning style and pace.

The course includes all teaching and learning materials including a handbook and songs to take away and use with your groups.

Dates/times

Arrive Friday 22nd November from 5:30pm, depart Sunday 24th November 3pm

Accommodation

Loveders Farm is an 18th century West Sussex farmhouse set in beautiful gardens. It is a family home, comfortably furnished and ready to welcome guests. Accommodation is upstairs in shared bedrooms.

Food/drink

Delicious, fresh home-cooked vegetarian food will be provided. Alcohol is BYO. Please advise of any allergies/dietary requirements.

What to expect?

Saturday and Sunday will consist of a deep dive into warm-ups and vocal technique, 2 x singing facilitation sessions and a relaxed evening fireside sing:

• Lots of singing!
• Campfire song-sharing
• Demonstrations and opportunities to try out leading and teaching songs
• Developing connections and friendships with like-minded people.

Cost £399

FAQs

1. Do I need to be able to read music or have any musical training?

No! The course is designed to support people however they learn/teach songs. You will be fully supported in developing from participating as a singer to stepping in front of the group to lead.

2. I already lead singing groups – will I learn anything?

Yes! As well as being given the opportunity to develop and reflect on your practice with constructive support you will learn from Ruth and other participants. Additionally, the course includes insights from the latest research and best practice in voice pedagogy and singing for health.

3. Will I have any materials to take away afterwards?

Yes! You will be given a handbook on the material covered as well as a song book containing original, tried and tested songs with full rights and permissions to use in your groups.

4. I’m not a good singer – does that matter?

No! Singing facilitation is not about judging your own or other people’s singing. It is about accepting and supporting the healthy development of the individuals in a group and the group itself. Healthy vocal practice and training are included in the course as well as tools to help you develop as a singer, including developing your confidence. Bringing your own vulnerability and authenticity are fundamental to being a good facilitator.

Any other questions or concerns, please get in touch!  – reroutledge@gmail.com