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Winter 2012
New Start dates! Feb 9th for these courses. "Sing Better As You Age" is an interactive and participatory class for the adult singer that will help you understand how your voice works and gain insight into what it taking place physically as you experience vocal changes. Ideas as to what types of actions you can take to improve the condition of your voice, including breathing and vocal conditioning exercises. We'll also review the vocal and musical skill sets that will help you in group singing. Keep enjoying singing to its fullest! Instructor: Elise Letourneau, music educator, composer, choir director and vocalist. Course Length: 12 weeks. Dates: Thursdays beginning Feb 2nd, except no class March 15 (March break week), last class Thursday April 26th. Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 Pm Location: GigSpace 953 Gladstone in Alcorn Music Studios Registration Fee: $175.00 This course requires a minimum of 8 to run. Please note this is a "less scent" class.
Summer Courses 2011
Ottawa Guitar Camp 2011 Instructor: Tim Bedner Date: Monday evenings July 4, 11, 18 Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Price: $100 non-refundable To Register: Call Alcorn Music Studios 613-729-0693 or email info@alcornmusicstudios.com or drop in Mon thru Thurs 3 - 9 pm
Location: 903 Carling Ave. @ Sherwood Dr. (Dow’s Lake/Preston area)
This private class is for those new to songwriting. Elizabeth will cover an introduction to chords, how chords relate to melody, sources of inspiration, lyrics and their relation to melody, creating moods with major & minor chords, and lots of fun playing with words. It would be helpful if participants are familiar with the idea of chords and harmony, have at least one year of music lessons (vocal or instrumental). Experience playing an instrument is recommended but not required. Instructor: Elizabeth Bruce, singer/songwriter, B. Mus. Dates: This course is offered as a private class year round. Location: 953 Carling Ave. @ Loretta (Little Italy area) To Register please call Alcorn Music Studios 613-729-0693 or email info@alcornmusicstudios
J'apprends la Musique Jan schedule click for info
Join Up or Drop In! We are passionate about what we do - our jams are fun, great social times, and good learning experiences.
This Jazz Jam is for adult musicians -
there will be handouts each week and musical concepts will be addressed to
help each musician in the group move forward in their playing and
improvisation.
Start Date: October 17th Note: This is a "less Scent" class we ask all participants to avoid wearing perfume, body spray or cologne.
Fall Courses 2011
FROM E CHORD TO ENCORE…. Two Courses in One! PERFORM IT…. This course is designed to take a song from your lessons or from the page and turn it into a full performance piece. We will teach you vocal and guitar technique as well as stage antics, talking on stage, how to get the nerves out and really enjoy the performance aspect of music. In a nutshell, we will teach you how to bring your songs to life! The students will also learn about singing harmonies along with the other artist in the course. The new studios at Alcorn Music allows us as to work on the performance aspect of music with open mic/coffee house performances after 3 weeks of classes.
WRITE IT…. This course is designed to teach you all the means necessary to write your own music. It will study other famous writers and analyze their composition methods in order to apply them in our own writing classes. We will touch on finding the right key for you, how to choose chords, song structure and how to write catchy melodies leaving the audience singing along and begging for more. This class will work on the writing aspect as well as how to get your songs ready for stage and for recording. This course will be held on Wednesday night with song writers Angelina Hunter and Ben Russell.
By the end of this course, each student will have had the chance to perform one of their favourite songs and one of their own brand new pieces, and that's really bringing it from E chord to encore!
Time: Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Age: all ages welcome
Register: 613-729-0693
info@alcornmusicstudios.com
Sing Blues, Motown and classic R&B favourites.
You will have an absolute blast!
Spring Courses 2011
Sing classic Blues, Soul & Motown favourites.
You will have an absolute blast! Fall Courses 2010
Guitar Prep Course June 7 to July 16
Click here for
info on Guitar Prep Course
June & July 2010
Be Your Own Idol is a performance skills
course for teens, focusing on confidence-building, constructive feedback,
audition preparation and practical advice from working musicians.
Is your playing stuck in first gear? Are
you ready to learn some serious soloing techniques & take your playing into
overdrive?
Guitarist & music educator
Rob MacSpurren will show you the
steps to mastering hammer-ons, pull-offs, tapping, scales, alternate and
sweep picking in a way that's easy to understand and apply. Unlock the
secrets of players such as Yngwie Malmsteen, Eddie Van Halen, Zakk Wylde and
Dimebag Darrell, and jump into the fast lane!
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Need for Speed Question & Answer: I have some guitar experience playing chords, and basic strumming. I would like a jump start on moving to the next level. Would this course be appropriate for me? You have a good knowledge base. I am, in fact, targeting players such as yourself that are interested in moving beyond strumming chords and playing basic melodies and want to develop your soloing speed. I will be taking the material step by step, so that even if you have never played a guitar solo, I'm sure you will find the material easy to apply. You indicate to bring a cable...will this course be electric oriented? I have both an electric and accoustic. Which one would you prefer us to bring? You should use whichever instrument is most comfortable. I would recommend that you bring your electric because electrics tend to be easier to play and amplification tends to pull the sound out of your guitar with little effort. What type of music will you be leaning towards?
The focus of the course
will revolve around hard rock lead guitar players and the specialized
techniques that they employ. However, the techniques that I will be
teaching can be applied to any style that requires the execution of quick,
intricate melodies. The techniques covered in the course would be right
at home in bluegrass music, for instance.
I am gearing the course towards
high-speed lead guitar playing. I will be showing the students how to
apply them in a melodic way, but only after the basic techniques have been
covered. Previous courses offered in 2010 April 2010
Do you enjoy singing but lack confidence? Do you want to be able to sing or play and sing your songs around friends or at open mics with confidence? If you also play guitar and sing but have trouble putting the two together we will work on that too. Open to Singers and Singer/guitarists, but you do not have to play guitar to take this course, the instructor will play for you!
This course is designed for the adult beginner
who would like to gain confidence and feel comfortable singing, get your
songs polished up, finished and ready for this campfire season. click here to view a sample song list Maximum class: size eight students, April 1st to June 3rd
Time: Thursdays 7:30 to 9:00 pm
Maximum class: size eight students
Registration Fee: $210
(non-refundable) What to bring: water bottle, notebook & pen, recording device if you wish to record the class, please be aware this is a "less scent" class.
May 2010
BLUES, SLIDE & FINGERSTYLE GUITAR WORKSHOP WITH AL TAMBAY Al Tambay is a talented, professional musician, singer and songwriter who has been performing and touring for over thirty years. Al was featured at the Kingston Limestone Blues Festival, the Toronto and Ottawa Music Festivals as well as the Montremblant Blues Festival. He has toured Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec, opened for Omar and the Howlers (from Texas), Miles Goodwin (from April Wine), the Lee Aaron Band and for Ray Bonneville. Al performs frequently in Ottawa and the surrounding areas. www.alaintambay.com
Al will be demonstrating and explaining the techniques he uses for blues slide, in the style of Robert Johnson, Johnny Winters, George Thorogood & Sonny Landreth. This is a hands on workshop for beginning to intermediate blues, slide, & fingerstyle guitar.
Al's new CD "Back 2 Square 1" featuring blues,
slide and fingerstyle guitar will be available fro $15.
Date: Monday, May 10th, 2010
Registration Fee:
$20 To Register: Call 613-729-0693 OR email
The term "jazz standard" refers to a tune of
established popularity that has withstood the test of time. Each week we'll
learn a different song. We'll examine the original context of the tune, look
in-depth at the lyric, and listen to a few recordings of each. We'll learn
the verse if one exists; and we'll consider musical aspects like the form,
tempo, mood, phrasing, style/groove, and improv approaches. We'll sing the
standard, and each week you'll leave with a lead sheet with chords that
sound good and the lyrics, as well as identifying what key suits your voice
best for the song. Over the course of the class, we'll learn about keys,
transposition, lead sheets, and the art of the set list - and you'll finish
with almost a set's worth of material. Previous Courses offered in 2008/2009 2009 Previous Courses
Singers - replace the fear of improvising with
fun. By listening to recorded examples, singing jazz exercises together, and
working on standard repertoire, you will learn the basic tools and
vocabulary of scat singing. We will explore vocal improvisation via rhythm,
melody, syllables, articulation, phrasing, recurring chord patterns, and
standard music forms.
What to Bring to Class: water, a notebook, recording device optional, and supplied textbook, "Scat" by Bob Stoloff. Note: This is a "less scent" class please do not wear perfume, cologne or body spray.
Spring 2009
Sing classic Blues, Soul & Motown favourites. This course will focus on the stylistic considerations of the R&B and Blues genres. You will learn vocal techniques for breath support, phrasing, flexibility, range, judicious use of vibrato, diction, how to “belt” responsibly, lyric interpretation. Tour the background history of these styles, and the artists who have influenced these styles. Explore the art of backing vocals. All participants will be singing lead and back-up. Date: 8 week course beginning April 21st to June 16th (no class May 26th)
Time: Tuesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Class size: maximum of 8
Ages: 18 and up Prerequisite: Some singing experience is helpful. What to Bring to Class: water, a notebook, recording device optional. Note: This is a "less scent" class please do not wear perfume, cologne or body spray.
SUMMER 2009
Reading music is a vital skill for all instrumentalists and singers. It allows musicians to have a common language for expressing ideas. This course will offer a variety of approaches to note reading. Students will practice their skills in each class with rhythm exercises and sight-reading. The goal is to gain real-world experience to help succeed in choir, band and private lessons. Dates: Thursday July 2, 9, 16 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 Price: $75 (non-refundable) Age: 18 and up Instructor: Elizabeth Bruce, BA Mus., RCM grade 10 piano, singer/songwriter, recording artist. Location: Alcorn Music Studios, 903 Carling Ave. @ Sherwood Dr. (Dow’s Lake/Preston area) map What to Bring to Class: pencil, paper, your instrument. To Register please call Alcorn Music Studios 613-729-0693 or info@alcornmusicstudios.com
For the beginner guitarist a 3 week course covering the basics of playing guitar. You will build a solid foundation of musical knowledge in an organized step by step manner. Tim will be introducing concepts to help the guitarist organize and develop a practice routine for themselves. He will be using common music vocabulary (fragments of songs and or chord progressions) to help you understand how this works on the guitar. This gives you the tools and understanding to build a strong musical foundation with your instrument. Usually there are 6 to 8 participants in the class with lots of hands on. There are handouts in each class organizing and explaining the practice techniques For more details or questions please email: Instructor: Tim Bedner, B.Mus. M.Mus. Dates: 3 weeks on Mondays July 13, 20, 27 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Ages: 16 years and up Tuition: $ 75 non-refundable
Location:
Alcorn Music Studios, 903
Carling Ave. at Sherwood,
see map here 613-729-0693 or info@alcornmusicstudios.com
Class is organized into short segments focusing on breath, technique, diction, music reading, time & rhythm, understanding keys, and ear training. Instructor: Elise Letourneau, B.Mus., M.Ed. Dates: Tuesday July 7, 14, 21 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Price: $75 (non-refundable). Age: 18 and up Recommended for the novice singer or those looking for a good beginning. Location: Alcorn Music Studios, 903 Carling Ave. at Sherwood, see map here To Register please call Alcorn Music Studios 613-729-0693 or email info@alcornmusicstudios
FALL 2009
Sing classic Blues, Soul & Motown favourites. This course will focus on the stylistic considerations of the R&B and Blues genres. You will learn vocal techniques for breath support, phrasing, flexibility, range, judicious use of vibrato, diction, how to “belt” responsibly, lyric interpretation. Tour the background history of these styles, and the artists who have influenced these styles. Explore the art of backing vocals. All participants will be singing lead and back-up. Final performance will take place at the Alcorn Music Studios adult Coffee House at Tucson's on Dec. 13th Date: 12 week course beginning September 15th Time: Tuesdays 7:35 pm - 9:05 pm
Time: Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Class size: maximum of 8 Location: 903 Carling Ave. @ Sherwood Dr. (Dow’s Lake/Preston area) map Prerequisite: Some singing experience is helpful. What to Bring to Class: water, a notebook, recording device optional. Note: This is a "less scent" class please do not wear perfume, cologne or body spray. To Register please call Alcorn Music Studios 613-729-0693 or info@alcornmusicstudios.com
2008 Previous Courses Fall 2008 Course
Step Up to the Mic! Vocal Performance Development Workshop Instructor: Elise Letourneau Location: Alcorn Music Studios Time: Tuesday 7:30 - 9:00 pm Dates: 15 weeks, Sept.9th - Dec. 16th, 2008 Tuition: $295, non-refundable, payable in full at registration Maximum Enrollment: 6 participants, age 18 years & up. Join vocalist-pianist Elise Letourneau and others like you who love to sing for an experiential workshop that focuses on aspects of vocal performance. We'll refine vocal technique while exploring elements of song form including; navigating intros, instrumental solos and endings, microphone use, the importance of keys, selecting material and repertoire building, learning songs and memorization techniques, working with accompanists, stage etiquette; and designing a set list. You'll sing every week in class, gaining valuable performance experience in a safe and supportive atmosphere, while receiving coaching as well as benefiting from witnessing other participants singing and receiving coaching. Every fifth week you will perform in a gig-type setting. What to bring to class: notebook or paper, pens, bottle of water and if you wish to record yourself, a cassette or digital recorder. In consideration to one another this class strives for "less scent".
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