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CIAC VIRTUAL CONDUCTING COURSE DVORAK, SYMPHONY NO. 7 10TH + 11TH DECEMBER, 2022 Course Outline This virtual course will be led by CIAC Artistic Director, Jonathan Mann. The course features detailed score exploration sessions where participants are actively encouraged to share and discuss the symphony in detail. There is also the opportunity to listen closely from the conductor's perspective to a selection of recordings of the work. Each participant also receives four virtual podium sessions working with Jonathan Mann through the medium of conducting in silence, an extremely effective method of learning. Provisional Schedule (UK time) Saturday, 10th December 1:30pm Welcomes and score discussion 3:30pm Break 3:45pm Score Discussion continued and listening museum 5:30pm End of Day Sunday, 11th December 9am Score Discussion and listening museum continued 10:45am Break 11am Virtual Conducting Session 1 1:30pm Lunch 2:30pm Virtual Conducting Session 2 4:30pm Closing Discussion 5pm End of the day Participants The Masterclass will be limited to eight active participants to maximise the time available for individual work with Jonathan Mann. Early application is recommended. Observers Observers are welcome to observe the whole course. Fees (payable by bank transfer) Active participant: £100 Observer (per day) £40 Payment details will be sent via e-mail Other information For further queries please contact cardiffiac@gmail.com |
CIAC Choral Conducting Workshop
Faure, Requiem with Irina Walters
This course is now closed for active participants. Observers are welcome to register. Please see the information below.
The Cardiff International Academy of Conducting is delighted to present our first choral conducting workshops led by CIAC faculty member Irina Walters (Purcell School, London).
Eight participants will work with Irina over several months in virtual zoom sessions culminating in a live workshop day with professional freelance chamber choir in London.
The course will suit anyone looking to improve their conducting skills in the choral genre. It also provides the participants the opportunity to receive a high quality video and audio recording which can be used for applications/auditions.
Repertoire
- Faure, Requiem (1893 Version, Oxford University Press). During all sessions participants will work from the piano/vocal score
- One piece of a cappela choral music of your own choice (maximum 5 mins in length)
Provisional Schedule (UK time)
Virtual Group Sessions on Zoom:
- Thursday, May 26th, 7pm-8:30pm (Faure)
- Thursday, June 9th, 7pm-8:30pm (Faure)
- July/August - participants have the opportunity to book a 60 minute individual session with Irina Walters. This can be used to focus on the participants a capella repertoire choice, Faure, aural training or a mixture.
- Thursday, September 8th, 7pm - 8:30pm (Faure)
- Thursday, October 13th, 7pm - 8:30pm (Faure)
Live workshop at Brixton Unitarian Church, London:
Saturday, October 29th
9:30am Arrivals/Welcomes
10am Session 1 with choir
1pm Lunch
2pm Session 2 with choir
5pm End of the workshop
Participants
8 active participants will be accepted on a first come first served basis
To apply please fill out the following google form:
https://forms.gle/4enbSuhwoiiaCzZh9
Observers
Observers are welcome for all group sessions and the live workshop in London
Please register via the participant form stating you would like to observe only
Course Fees
Active participant: £400 GBP
Observer (whole course): £150
Observer (per session): £40
For any queries please contact cardiffiac@gmail.com
Faure, Requiem with Irina Walters
This course is now closed for active participants. Observers are welcome to register. Please see the information below.
The Cardiff International Academy of Conducting is delighted to present our first choral conducting workshops led by CIAC faculty member Irina Walters (Purcell School, London).
Eight participants will work with Irina over several months in virtual zoom sessions culminating in a live workshop day with professional freelance chamber choir in London.
The course will suit anyone looking to improve their conducting skills in the choral genre. It also provides the participants the opportunity to receive a high quality video and audio recording which can be used for applications/auditions.
Repertoire
- Faure, Requiem (1893 Version, Oxford University Press). During all sessions participants will work from the piano/vocal score
- One piece of a cappela choral music of your own choice (maximum 5 mins in length)
Provisional Schedule (UK time)
Virtual Group Sessions on Zoom:
- Thursday, May 26th, 7pm-8:30pm (Faure)
- Thursday, June 9th, 7pm-8:30pm (Faure)
- July/August - participants have the opportunity to book a 60 minute individual session with Irina Walters. This can be used to focus on the participants a capella repertoire choice, Faure, aural training or a mixture.
- Thursday, September 8th, 7pm - 8:30pm (Faure)
- Thursday, October 13th, 7pm - 8:30pm (Faure)
Live workshop at Brixton Unitarian Church, London:
Saturday, October 29th
9:30am Arrivals/Welcomes
10am Session 1 with choir
1pm Lunch
2pm Session 2 with choir
5pm End of the workshop
Participants
8 active participants will be accepted on a first come first served basis
To apply please fill out the following google form:
https://forms.gle/4enbSuhwoiiaCzZh9
Observers
Observers are welcome for all group sessions and the live workshop in London
Please register via the participant form stating you would like to observe only
Course Fees
Active participant: £400 GBP
Observer (whole course): £150
Observer (per session): £40
For any queries please contact cardiffiac@gmail.com
