What’s included:

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• An overview of community singing and why it is so important for our collective healing

• The essential aspects of facilitation - how to create a safe and relaxed space

• Anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism and how to support the safe use of the voice

• Exploring effective vocal warm ups and identifying their purpose physically, emotionally and collectively

• How to select songs for specific groups/situations

• How to teach songs effectively - i.e. 'chunking', layering parts, adapting structure

• How to embody the music so that you can transmit the essence of the song

• Exploring conducting techniques

• Developing an embodied understanding of pulse and rhythm

• How to use simple audio software to learn harmonies and teach them effectively

• How to run online singing sessions using a loop pedal (if requested)

• An introduction to group improvisation and singing games

• Opportunities to lead a song and receive constructive feedback

• Plenty of time for Q&A’s

• Lots of singing!

• A PDF of what's covered on the training

• An online peer support facebook community for all those who have completed the training 

• An opportunity to book 1-1 zoom sessions with Sophia after the weekend (for an additional fee)

• Private or shared accommodation in a beautiful venue

• Delicious, nourishing, food