song leader training
5-8 sep 2024, menglon, France
A 3 night residential training for aspiring and practicing song leaders and vocal facilitators.
This training will be hosted in Solaia, an eco-location in Drôme (France), at the foot of the Vercors mountains. Solaia was created in 2017 with the desire to orient the place towards a space of welcome, meeting and sharing while having as a common thread the Love of life, the health of Humans as well as a need for autonomy. The menu will be based above all on an energy balance which takes into account digestive well-being and respect for each person's values/needs. For ecological reasons, there is an emphasis on plant proteins (without excluding fish and poultry if necessary), local and seasonal produce.
"A rich, deepening experience with a toolkit of vocal techniques to take away!" - Seren
This training is for you if:
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You love community singing and want to begin your journey of learning how to teach songs to groups
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You already lead singing groups and would like some some tips, inspiration and a confidence boost
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You would like to incorporate singing into spaces you already hold
What’s included:
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An overview of community singing and why it is so important for our collective healing
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The essential aspects of facilitation - how to create a safe and relaxed space
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Anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism and how to support the safe use of the voice
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Exploring effective vocal warm ups and identifying their purpose physically, emotionally and collectively
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How to select songs for specific groups/situations
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How to teach songs effectively - i.e. 'chunking', layering parts, adapting structure
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How to embody the music so that you can transmit the essence of the song
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Exploring conducting techniques
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Developing an embodied understanding of pulse and rhythm
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How to use simple audio software to learn harmonies and teach them effectively
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How to run online singing sessions using a loop pedal (if requested)
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An introduction to group improvisation and singing games
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Opportunities to lead a song and receive constructive feedback
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Plenty of time for Q&A’s
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Lots of singing!
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A PDF of what's covered on the training
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An online peer support facebook community for all those who have completed the training
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An opportunity to book 1-1 zoom sessions with Sophia after the weekend (for an additional fee)
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Private or shared accommodation in a beautiful venue
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Delicious, nourishing, plant-based food
"Sophia generously shared her experience and practical skills in a supportive and encouraging way" - Laura
"It exceeded my expectations, it challenged me, and it created a most wonderful space" - Anna,
"Embodied learning, heart learning, technical learning!" - Jake
Day 1
Arrive from 4pm
Dinner 6:30pm
Opening circle – 7:30pm
Day 2
Breakfast served 7:30-9:30am
Morning session 10am-1pm
Lunch and rest/integration time
Afternoon session 3-6pm
Dinner 6:30pm
7:30pm evening session
Day 3
Breakfast served 7:30-9:30am
Morning session 10am-1pm
Lunch and rest/integration time
Afternoon session 3-6pm
Dinner 6:30pm
7:30pm evening session
Day 4
Breakfast served 7:30-9:30am
Morning session 10am-1pm
Lunch
Closing circle 3pm
Booking and accommodation:
(Please note that these prices are inclusive of all meals and group sessions)
Price per person:
Camping 450 EUR
Shared cabin 510 EUR
Private cabin 570 EUR
Booking here or contact Francois cnmv@mailo.com to book your place