A conversation about best practice to start class and enhance technique. Conversation will include tuning, bow use, left hand technique, shifting and tonal exercises. Music handouts (digital) will be provided.
This session will address foundational skills that contribute to excellent tone quality. Pedagogical strategies for tone production will be addressed, including posture, body movement, bow hold, bow arm motion, bow distribution and articulation. I will show video and notational examples of the techniques I am describing, and provide participants with warm-up exercises they can use in their classrooms and studios to help their students develop high-quality tone.
This session is aimed at secondary vocal and theater teachers aimed at helping students understand the difference between singing in a choral setting and in singing for musical theater. While many of the basic techniques are the same in both areas, there are some distinct differences. This will help teachers learn how to help students navigate the nuances of performance in both areas for success. This clinic will provide time for Q&A.
