WEEK TWO 9 – 16 August
Communicate Through Singing
Masterclass for Singers
Stephen Varcoe director
Alex Jenkins and Martyn Noble répétiteurs and vocal coaches
This class is open to all aspiring solo singers whether experienced or inexperienced, confident or reticent and of any age. In a friendly, positive atmosphere, singers will perform to the class and receive advice on technique, musicality, language, interpretation and presentation.
Stephen Varcoe will encourage singers to find and communicate the meaning of what they sing and will offer comment at all times in a way that will stimulate the interest of all class members.
“…this was the most fantastic week…“
Singers should bring repertoire of their own choice, whether it be songs or arias (or both) – all languages are welcomed. However, if singing in a language other than English, students are asked to bring a translation. There will be time to work on four items at least during the week and perhaps as many as six. Songs need not be memorised but they must be well-prepared
Students will be able to rehearse their pieces with the class accompanists, Alex and Martyn, who are experienced repertoire coaches in their own right, immediately before each class lesson. Please remember to provide copies of your pieces for the course tutor and the accompanist.
The course will give two public concerts at the end of the week. The selection of pieces and participants for these concerts will be at the discretion of the course director and his professional colleagues. The class will be limited to twenty participating students, observers are also welcome.
Added extra – open to all members of the summer school
Choral Workshop 2
Verdi, Requiem
James Davey conductor
As an added extra, on Sunday evening the 9 August, James Davey will direct an open rehearsal with orchestra of Verdi’s Requiem. All members of the school are welcome and encouraged to take part, copies will be provided.
Other courses for solo singers at Sherborne this summer
The Art of Song 2 – 9 August