SATURDAY 29th MARCH
Massage Away Those Repetitive Aches! - Tana
Collins
W1 11.15 – 12.15pm
Come to this fun but informative workshop and learn what puts us at
risk; where and when to seek help; the importance of good posture, a
healthy lifestyle and the role of regular massage. Learn basic
self-massage techniques for the hands/wrists/forearms that will reduce
the build up of muscle tension that could lead to serious problems!
Beneficial for non-harpists and anyone who uses a computer also!
The Carnyx - John Kenny
W2 11.15 – 12.15pm
John, the world’s only player of the great Celtic war horn, presents an
event - part performance, part lecture, part detective story - how the
carnyx was discovered, forgotten, eventually reconstructed and now takes
its place as an exciting contemporary instrument.
How to amplify your harp – David Anderson
Sponsored by Accusound
W3 11.15 – 12.15pm
This informative workshop will cover the types of microphones that may
be used, the positioning of microphones and discuss the use of stands
versus internal mics, amplifiers, speakers and mixers and finally all
the effects which can be added to enrich or make your sound unique.
Breton Dance - Tristan le Govic
W4 3.00 to 4.00pm
Have you already heard about Breton dances? How the dancers feel, as
they dance together hand in hand or arm in arm, in a unique and joyous
atmosphere - or maybe it's your first leap into this lively experience.
In either case this workshop is for you!
A Taste of Gaelic - Marie-Louise Napier
W5 3.00 to 4.00pm
Enjoy a fun session on our wonderful Gaelic language. Bring a harp,
learn a simple song and ease yourself gently into words and phrases. Let
your hair down and get involved in a few mad games and drills to enhance
your learning. Tiugainn! (Come along!)
Music Therapy – William Jackson
Sponsored by
the London Branch, Clarsach Society
W6 3.00 to 4.00pm
A registered music therapist, William specializes in working with
children with autism and cerebral palsy. His presentation will be geared
toward harp players who may be interested in seeing how harp may be used
in music therapy. It’s an interactive session using William’s own video
as well as his harp and other instruments to demonstrate points.
The Suzuki Method: harp pedagogy and the young
child: Ann Stupay/Katia Catarci
W7 3.00 to 4.00pm
Ann and Katia, from the CeSMI Suzuki Center in Rome, Italy will
introduce the Suzuki Method, its philosophy and history and how it is
applied in the teaching of the harp to children from four years of age.
SUNDAY 30th MARCH
The Queen Mary Harp – Simon Chadwick
W8 11.15 – 12.15pm
See and hear fully decorated replica of the medieval Scottish 'Queen
Mary' harp, commissioned by Simon Chadwick from harpmaker Davy Patton in
2006. Simon will talk about the original in the National Museum of
Scotland, as well as how the new replica was made, from finding the
timber in old orchards and up mountains, to stringing it with hand made
medieval brass, sterling silver and 18 carat gold wire.
Leverobics – Ray Pool
W9 11.15 – 12.15pm
A guided approach to quick lever movements and an understanding of the
harmonic functions they effect. This also includes harmonic glissando
patterns for the lever harp! (Suitable for lever harps tuned in E flat
major, open strings.)
Essential Rhythms – Rick Bamford
W10 11.15 – 12.15pm
A hands, feet and body experience of pulses, cycles and rhythms. Come
and enjoy discovering where these are to be found and the music that can
be created. We will also look at some simple body percussion and finally
see the result of natural and music rhythms combined.
Aural Learning Made Easy - Gráinne Hambly
W11 11.15 – 12.15pm
Do you find the idea of learning by ear daunting? Do you avoid classes
that do not use written music? Come and explore different techniques and
tips for aural learning, presented in the context of a simple Irish tune
- And discover that it's easier than you think! Harps welcome.
MONDAY 31st MARCH
Explorations into new sound worlds - Ruth Wall
/ Graham Fitkin
W12 11.15 – 12.15pm
In this workshop, Ruth and Graham will explore some ways of combining
electronics with acoustic harp and broadening the sound possibilities of
the harp. They will also discuss how Still Warm came about, their
working methods and their experience of the collaborative process.
Harp Masterclass – Isabelle Moretti
W13 11.15 – 12.15pm
In her public masterclass, Isabelle will work with students on their
current repertoire. Here is a fascinating opportunity to watch this
acclaimed teacher and performer sharing her experience and insight into
varying styles of harp music with potential performers of the future.
Due to demand this workshop is now FULLY BOOKED.
There will now be a second Harp Masterclass with Isabelle Moretti on
Tuesday evening from 6.15 - 7.15pm - W21
Scottish Ceilidh Dancing – Annabel Oates
W14 11.15 – 12.15pm
Ceilidh dancing is the easiest, informal dance form of Scotland and is
suitable for all ages. No partner or experience is necessary. The
emphasis of the workshop will to be to learn simple dances enabling the
participants to join in any ceilidh and have great fun. If you can walk,
you can Ceilidh!
TUESDAY 1st APRIL
Harmony Singing - Corrina Hewat
W15 11.15 – 12.15pm
This is a workshop for everyone who likes to sing, whether in an
auditorium or in the shower. We'll quickly learn some short Scottish
songs (words provided) then play around with them, using ideas such as
harmonies, rhythms and wordplay. A fun and energising workshop for
everyone.
Does a traditional musician need to read music?
Isobel Mieras/Anne-Marie O’Farrell
W16 11.15 – 12.15pm
How important is the ability to read music to the modern harper? How,
when and why might it be introduced? Teachers, students and performers
are invited to participate in a lively discussion led by two experienced
teachers from Scotland and Ireland.
The Caledonian Harp: early playing techniques
and its historical repertoire. Javier Sainz
W17 11.15 – 12.15pm
A presentation of the main features of the instrument, their musical
consequences on the playing techniques - such as hand and finger
position, damping and ornamentation - and its repertoire from 16th to
18th centuries Scottish sources.
WEDNESDAY 2nd APRIL
The Song Writer and Interpreter - Savourna
Stevenson/Alyth McCormack
W18 11.15 – 12.15pm
Savourna and Alyth discuss their inspiration and approach to
collaboration, sharing their passion for storytelling in music and
drawing on their wide experience in composing, arranging and
interpreting songs. Taking inspiration from the written word, poetry and
Gaelic song, they explore musical possibilities and move freely between
musical genres to capture the essence of each particular song.
The Joy of the Jewish Sabbath - Sunita
Staneslow (harp)/Gal Shahar(violin)
W19 11.15 – 12.15pm
The Jewish faith and song are inseparable. For thousands of years,
Jewish families have celebrated the Sabbath with songs of praise. There
is a rich treasury of melodies sung around the Friday evening dining
table to welcome the Sabbath. Learn more about the history and customs
surrounding this spiritual day of rest as Gal and Sunita share their
favourite Shabbat (Sabbath) songs.
'Scandinavia on a String'– Susan Enochsson
W20 11.15 – 12.15pm
Explore the Scandinavian sound, its own flavour and unique combination
of tunes, technical performing aspects and possible similarities to
neighbours east and west. Modes, metres and mood; genres, usage and
history. Listeners will learn why the ancient voice of the harp
resonates so clearly in Nordic sounds.
TAI CHI – a chance to relax away from harps!
A or B: Sat and Sunday at 10.00-11.00(A) or 1.30-2.30pm(B) Cost £12
C or D: Sat to Wednesday at 10.00-11.00(C) or 1.30-2.30pm(D) Cost £25
Taoist tai Chi is derived from an ancient system of slowly performed
movements specifically designed to have a beneficial effect on the whole
body and when practised regularly will improve and maintain both
physical and mental health
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