Online Conducting School

Conducting Artistry

Three sessions. Three key topics. Come to one, come to all - it's up to you.
Make 2021 the best year yet for you and your ensembles.

<p>2020 was one helluva year for ensembles. Am I right? </p><p></p><p>As we head into the 'new normal', now is the time to plan and prepare to give our ensembles a great year in 2021. </p><p></p><p>Whether you're still online, back in person or somewhere in between these <strong>three hands-on workshops</strong> will give you the tools to lead with more confidence and skill. </p><h1></h1><h1>Online Conducting School</h1><p></p><p>The online conducting school comprises 3 sessions:</p><ol><li><strong>Repertoire Selection Intensive</strong></li><li><strong>Rehearsal Techniques Refresher</strong></li><li><strong>Expressive Conducting Toolkit</strong></li></ol><p></p><p><strong>You can attend one, two or all three workshops.</strong> You choose what works for you. </p><p></p><p>All online workshops are:</p><ul><li>Highly interactive - no Zoom doom &amp; gloom here!</li><li>Practical and applicable - use what you learn immediately</li></ul><p></p><p>Read more about each workshop below, including specific FAQ you might have about each one.</p><p><strong>__________________________________________</strong></p><h2>General FAQ</h2><h3></h3><h3>Who is it for?</h3><p>Any current or aspiring conductor wishing to lead more productive, fun, meaningful, musical rehearsals in 2021. Whether you're teaching in person or online, these workshops will work for you!</p><h3></h3><h3>What if I'm not conducting anywhere right now?</h3><p>The workshops cover universal concepts and skills that you can use any time, for any ensemble now or in the future. </p><p>You will get just as much out of these workshops if you're not currently conducting a group. You can still practice many of the techniques and approaches by yourself, with smaller ensembles, or use them in private/studio teaching.</p><h3></h3><h3>I conduct a bush band/recorder ensemble/ukulele collective/jazz otomatone octet. Is this for me?</h3><p><strong>Do you choose music for your group?  </strong>Then YES, the Repertoire Selection Intensive if for you. </p><p><strong>Do you lead or run the rehearsals (solving musical problems) of your group?  </strong>Then YES, Rehearsal Technique Refresher is for you. </p><p><strong>Do you use any kind of movement or physical gesture to lead your group? Do you want to go beyond nuts &amp; bolts to helping your group be expressive?  </strong>Then YES, Expressive Conducting Toolkit is for you. </p><h3></h3><h3>Do I need to attend all 3 workshops?</h3><p>No. Each workshop is stand alone. You can come to as many or few as meet your needs.</p><p></p><h3>Can I get a PD Certificate?</h3><p>PD certificates can be supplied upon request after the workshop/s for the number of hours attended.</p><h3></h3><h3>Is there a discount for attending more than one workshop?</h3><p>Yes. One session is $59. </p><p>Two workshops are $99 (save $19)</p><p>Three workshops are $139 (save $38)</p><p></p><h3>Is there a registration cut off date?</h3><p>Yes. <strong>Midnight (AEDT) Friday 15 January</strong>. This allows me time to make any tweaks based on the number of participants for each session.</p><p></p><h3>If I register for one, then decide to also come to another can I still get the discount?</h3><p>Then you're our kinda person! </p><p>When you register for one or two workshops you'll get a code to get a 10% discount on other workshops if you decide you want MORE awesome professional learning. And let's be honest, who doesn't? </p><p></p><h3>Isn't that discount a bit less than if I sign up for all of them at the start?</h3><p>You're sharp! Yes, it is, because we want to reward you for committing up front and saying 'Hell Yeah, I want to be better!'</p><p></p><h3>I can't make it. Are the sessions recorded?</h3><p>No. These sessions are designed to be participatory and interactive. And let's be honest...are you really going to sit down and watch a 3 hour Zoom recording? </p><p>If you're keen to learn but can't come to the sessions <a href="http://eepurl.com/gExEXv" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Join the Mailing List</a> to hear when more sessions will run later in 2021.</p><p><strong>__________________________________________</strong></p>

<h3><strong>How would you feel if you started the year with your repertoire planned, rehearsal techniques ready and musicality on fire?</strong></h3><p><strong></strong></p><h3>The year starts like this...</h3><p>You have a great holiday, then you get back to your ensemble and think "Oh NO! What are we going to play this year?"</p><p>"I'll just pick something from the library/list/major catalogue/reading day" you said. </p><p>"It'll be FINE" you said.</p><p>Only it's not. </p><h3></h3><h3>Days weeks or months later...</h3><p>You realise it's not <em>really</em> what your ensemble needed. To learn what they need to learn. To grow. To thrive. To sound GREAT. </p><p>It doesn't sound good. It's a slog. And no one is getting what we came for in the first place - the magic of music-making. </p><h3></h3><h3>Imagine if you had a head start...</h3><p>You start the year with a plan. You know what you want the ensemble to learn and what pieces you'll use to help them learn it.  You know when the gigs are and what you'll play at each one. Plus you have backups on hand for all those 'unexpected' things that somehow always happen. </p><p></p><h1>Repertoire Selection Intensive</h1><p>Start off 2021 with clarity and confidence by selecting the right repertoire for your ensemble to get back on track. </p><p></p><p>In this <strong>3 hour online, interactive workshop</strong> you'll:</p><ul><li>Clarify and set learning and performance goals for your ensemble</li><li>Plan your rehearsal and performance calendar for the year (as much as you can!)</li><li>Learn how and where to find repertoire suitable for your musicians</li><li>Select repertoire that will help your ensemble get back on track and succeed in 2021*</li></ul><p></p><p>This is NOT a sit and watch, passive Zoom session. You will be guided through activities and tasks to plan the year for YOUR ensemble in a way that works for THEM. At the end of the workshop, you'll leave with tools to continue your planning and repertoire selection. </p><p></p><p>After the disruption of 2020, this is THE YEAR we most need to put the right music in front of our ensembles. To help them remember or experience for the first time the delight of ensemble playing or singing. </p><p></p><p>Can you afford NOT to invest in planning?</p><p></p><h2>When Is it?</h2><p><strong>AUSTRALASIA: Saturday 23 January 2021 </strong></p><p>Find your time zone:</p><p>10am-1pm  AEDT | 9.30am-12.30pm ACDT | 9am-12pm AEST </p><p>7-10am AWST /SGT/HKT | 2-3pm NZDT </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>NORTH AMERICA: Friday 22 January</strong></p><p> 3-6pm PST |  5-8pm CST | 6-9pm EST</p><p></p><p>Somewhere else? <a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20210122T230000&p1=152&p2=22&p3=196&p4=137&p5=64&p6=179&p7=5&p8=47&p9=102&p10=236" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Check your time zone here</a>.</p><h2></h2><h2>Repertoire Selection FAQ</h2><h3>Will I select an entire year of music in 3 hours? </h3><p>No. If you want to do this well, in a way that really sets your ensemble up for a year of success it will take much longer. However the workshop will get you started with the framework, tools and some initial choices to propel you forward and finish your planning on your own.</p><p></p><h3>Do I need to prepare for this workshop?</h3><p>Taking a 10 minutes to think about where your ensemble is at (especially after a disrupted 2020) will get your mind pointed in the right direction. </p><p>Listening to my podcast series on <a href="http://www.conductingartistry.com/listen" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Repertoire Selection</a> will give you a great head start on the ideas and tools we'll be using in the workshop.</p><p></p><h3>What if I don't have information (dates, performances) for 2021 yet?  What if things are uncertain?</h3><p>Uncertainty is the new normal! We will be designing a framework for your ensemble that is flexible and can adapt to changing needs and circumstances. You will still be able to complete all the activities in the workshop, leaving space for when things are confirmed (or ditched!). </p><p><strong>__________________________________________</strong></p>

<h3><strong>What if you could lead rehearsals that were </strong><strong><em>more</em></strong><strong> productive, meaningful and musical than before COVID?</strong></h3><h3><strong></strong></h3><h3>Do you remember how to rehearse?</h3><p>Many of us haven't led a rehearsal for months, maybe nearly a YEAR. You're rusty.</p><p>For others, it's time to reset, reconnect and rejuvenate how we run rehearsals.  You might be on top of your game, but feeling there are still challenges for your ensemble. That your rehearsals could be more efficient and effective. </p><h3></h3><h3>You have a choice...</h3><p>You could start the year doing the same old thing you used to do, getting the same results. </p><p>Or you could invest in hearing new solutions and approaches to old problems. </p><p>And new solutions for new problems (like how do I run relevant online rehearsals). </p><p>To lead rehearsals that are more effective, enjoyable and musical.</p><p>It's up to you.</p><p></p><h1>Rehearsal Technique Refresher</h1><p></p><p>Start off 2021 with clarity and confidence by refreshing and expanding your vocabulary of effective rehearsal techniques.</p><p>In this <strong>3 hour online, interactive workshop</strong> you'll:</p><p></p><ul><li>Learn specific techniques to solve common ensemble problems like dynamic contrast, articulation consistency, rhythmic precision and balance</li><li>Practice using these techniques and language with other colleagues in the workshop</li><li>Plan how to implement these in your rehearsals</li><li>Have ample time to ask questions about specific challenges you're facing</li></ul><p></p><p>This is NOT a sit and watch, passive Zoom session. You will be actively practicing saying and using these rehearsal techniques with your colleagues during the session. At the end of the workshop, you'll leave with tools to continue your planning and repertoire selection. </p><p></p><h2>When Is it?</h2><p><strong>AUSTRALASIA: Sunday 24 January</strong></p><p>10am-1pm  AEDT | 9.30am-12.30pm ACDT | 9am-12pm AEST </p><p>7-10am AWST /SGT/HKT | 2-3pm NZDT </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>NORTH AMERICA: Saturday 23 January</strong></p><p> 3-6pm PST |  5-8pm CST | 6-9pm EST</p><p></p><p>Somewhere else? <a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20210123T230000&p1=152&p2=22&p3=196&p4=137&p5=64&p6=179&p7=5&p8=47&p9=102&p10=236" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Check your time zone here</a>.</p><h2></h2><h2>Rehearsal Technique FAQ</h2><h3>Is there a live ensemble in this workshop?</h3><p>No. Because COVID (and Zoom!). You will experience rehearsal technique demonstrations, then have the chance to practice these with your colleagues. </p><p></p><h3>Do I need to prepare for this workshop?</h3><p>Taking a 10 minutes to think about what persistent musical challenges you have in rehearsals will get you in the right frame of mind before the workshop. What do you want to get better at rehearsing? What problems do you find it hard to solve in rehearsals?</p><p></p><h3>What if I'm doing online/hybrid/in-person rehearsals?</h3><p>The techniques covered are primarily for in person rehearsals and can also be applied to instrumental/studio teaching, chamber ensembles and individual practice. </p><p></p><p>We will all be back to in-person sooner or later, so this session will you prepare you for that (very exciting) moment! </p><p></p><p>If you looking for ways to be more effective specifically in online rehearsals, check out my book <a href="https://payhip.com/b/CeAZ" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">110 Innovative Online/Hybrid Rehearsal Activities</a>.</p><p><strong>__________________________________________</strong></p>

<h3><strong>Go beyond the notes. From note-crunching to music-making. From time-beating to expressive conducting.</strong></h3><h3><strong></strong></h3><h3>Do you slog through rehearsals?</h3><p>Crunching notes and rhythms. Adding dynamics. Then articulation.</p><p>Thinking..."I can't wait until we actually get to make some music"</p><h3></h3><h3>Do you get to the last rehearsal and think...</h3><p>"Great, now it's time to add the music. The character. The expression. But there's no time..."</p><p>"Oh...and what<em> IS</em> the character of this music anyhow?"</p><h3></h3><h3>Imagine if you flipped the script...</h3><p>What if you had a way of immediately looking at scores from an expressive point of view?</p><p></p><p>So that your rehearsals START with an understanding of the story, character and emotion behind the music. </p><p></p><p>And that every teaching moment along the way you <em>find a musical reason to improve the technique</em>.</p><h2></h2><h1>Expressive Conducting Toolkit</h1><p></p><p>Make 2021 your most musical year yet. </p><p></p><p>In this <strong>3 hour online, interactive workshop</strong> you'll:</p><ul><li>Learn and apply techniques for immediately connecting with the character and expression in a new piece of music</li><li>Connect your breath to your gesture to connect with your musicians</li><li>Go beyond beat patterns to conduct with more expression and contrast</li></ul><p></p><p>This is NOT a sit and watch, passive Zoom session. You will be guided through interactive, collaborative activities and practice physical exercises. At the end of the workshop, you'll leave with tools to apply to any music you conduct. </p><p></p><h2>When Is it?</h2><p><strong>AUSTRALASIA: Monday 25 January</strong></p><p>10am-1pm  AEDT | 9.30am-12.30pm ACDT | 9am-12pm AEST </p><p>7-10am AWST /SGT/HKT | 2-3pm NZDT </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>NORTH AMERICA: Sunday 24 January</strong></p><p> 3-6pm PST |  5-8pm CST | 6-9pm EST</p><p></p><p>Somewhere else? <a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20210123T230000&p1=152&p2=22&p3=196&p4=137&p5=64&p6=179&p7=5&p8=47&p9=102&p10=236" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20210124T230000&p1=152&p2=22&p3=196&p4=137&p5=64&p6=179&p7=5&p8=47&p9=102&p10=236" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Check your time zone here</a>.</p><p></p><h2>Expressive Conducting FAQ</h2><h3>Is there a set piece for this workshop?</h3><p>Yes. The <a href="https://imslp.org/wiki/Special:ImagefromIndex/75869/nhivp" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Overture to the Gypsy Baron by Johann Strauss II</a> (click to download score from IMSLP). We’ll be focussing on the first part of the piece - from the start up to bar 126 (Piu Allegro).</p><p></p><h3>Do I need my own copy of the score?</h3><p>Yes. For the activities you'll do best with a printed hard copy (just up to bar 126) as we will be marking, drawing and writing all over the score! </p><p></p><h3>Do I need to prepare for this workshop?</h3><p>You can do the workshop without any preparation and get LOTS out of it. </p><p>However you'll get MORE out of it if you've spent a bit of time reading and listening to the music. </p><p>I understand everyone's busy, but anything is better than nothing! Once you register, you'll get access to tips and suggestions for preparing. </p><p></p><h3>The set piece is for orchestra, but I conduct a harmonica band/sleigh bell quartet/ pop choir...</h3><p>Cool! I can't wait to hear about your sleigh bell quartet!</p><p>If you're not familiar with reading orchestra scores you will still get heaps out of the workshop. The set piece is just an example to highlight techniques you can use for any piece of music.</p><p>Allocating yourself some time with the score before the workshop will help you feel more comfortable. You can also check out <a href="https://www.open.edu/openlearn/ocw/mod/oucontent/view.php?id=26860" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">this awesome page from The Open University</a> about reading orchestral scores.</p><p><strong>__________________________________________</strong></p>

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