May 25th @ Allard Hall
Join us for an incredible day of a cappella workshops by with the best a cappella musicians in Edmonton!
See the whole festival with a Festival Pass!
10:00am
Caleb Nelson
@Allard Hall
Not So Basic Vocals
This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn more about their voice and how to control it – experience level is utterly irrelevant! Workshop attendees will learn about the fluid dynamics of their body’s vocal system. This work will strengthen their voice for both solo and ensemble work, and they will see changes in clarity of tone, breath longevity and, most importantly, give them a set of tools to use in their own musical endeavours/careers that will benefit them for a lifetime.
11:15am
Bernard Quilala
@Allard Hall
Owning the Stage: Soloist Mentality
As a performer, you may have wondered about the “it factor” that separates a talented musician from a genuine showstopper. What is “it”? How do you get “it”? When do you know that you’ve got “it”? This workshop will explore all of those questions and more. We will choose 1-2 participants to undergo the “it” discovery process and demonstrate their new found power to own the stage. Spoiler alert! This workshop is for every performer, not just soloists.
12:30pm
Bernard Quilala
@Allard Hall
LUNCH/ A Cappella Short Film Screening
A screening of short films featuring acappella music
1:30pm
Apocalypse Kow
@Allard Hall
Fine-Tuning Your On-Stage Personality
This workshop by Apocalypse Kow focuses on the stage presence of performers, both during and in between songs. Attendees will learn how to connect with their audience and keep them engaged. The workshop covers topics such as authenticity on stage, character development, and keeping shows fresh.
2:45pm
Gloria Wan
@Allard Hall
From the Beatginning: Beatboxing Basics for Vocal Ensembles
Join our “From the Beatginning” workshop and take your choir’s percussion game to the next level. Learn the basics of beatboxing, including sound effects, playing percussion instruments, and singing while beatboxing. Perfect for choral performers of all experience levels, this workshop is a hands-on opportunity to hone your skills and experiment with new techniques.
4:00pm
Jane Berry
@Allard Hall
Vocal Arranging for Choirs/Vocal Groups
Interested in writing your own choral arrangement or adapting an existing one for your ensemble? Learn from a seasoned choral arranger and educator at this fun and interactive workshop. You’ll explore sample arrangements, break down critical aspects of the process, and workshop ideas on the spot. Great for arrangers and educators of all levels!