After the success of 2007's Summer Singing School at the Norwich Playhouse, we returned in August '08 with this exciting programme that had something to offer everyone.

• Mon 4th Aug 2008: Music Theatre Day for young people (11 to 18yrs).
• Tues 5th Aug 2008: Adult singing workshop with Gitika Partington.
• Weds 6th Aug 2008: Workshop for young people (11 to 18yrs) with Gitika Partington.
• Thurs 7th Aug 2008: Professional Development Workshop on arranging songs for voices with Gitika Partington.
• Fri 8th Aug 2008: Writing, Recording & Harmony with Jon Baker (Ages 15 to adult).

Music Theatre Day for Young People (11 to 18yrs) (4th August 2008)

Do you love to sing, act and dance? Do you dream of performing on the West End stage? Do you bore everyone around you by constantly singing songs from musicals? Well here was an opportunity to join others who share your passion at our Musical Theatre Day. Led by two professional teachers, Sally Campion-Jones and Rachael Long, we invite you to come and sing, dance and perform. This workshop was part of our provision under the Norwich Singing Squad Project, supported with funding from the Big Lottery.
Time: 10am to 3.30pm
Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich NR3 1AB.

Adult Singing Workshop with Gitika Partington (5th August 2008)

A workshop for anyone who sings or wants to sing. Gitika is a wonderful, London-based facilitator, who last came to Norwich for a sell-out workshop in 2005. The workshop was fun and lively, starting with funky vocal rhythmic warm ups, building up a group of heart and feet-warming songs, from pop, gospel and world music styles. It was a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the best singing facilitators in the country. All songs were taught by ear with no reading of music involved.
Time: 10am to 4.30pm
Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich NR3 1AB.

Young Person's (11 to 18yrs) Singing Workshop with Gitika Partington (6th August 2008)

An open workshop for anyone who sings or wants to sing. Gitika is a wonderful, London-based facilitator, who ran two really successful days with young people for us at Easter. The workshop was fun and lively, starting with funky vocal rhythmic warm ups, building up a group of heart and feet-warming songs, from pop, gospel and world music styles. This workshop was a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the best singing facilitators in the country. All songs were taught by ear with no reading of music involved. This workshop was part of our provision under the Norwich Singing Squad, supported with funding from the Big Lottery.
Time: 10am to 3.30pm
Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich NR3 1AB.

Arranging for Voices - Professional Development Workshop with Gitika Partington (7th August 2008)

Was a professional development workshop aimed at singing facilitators and teachers who use singing, offering insights into the process of arranging songs - approaches, tips and techniques for turning your favourite songs into workable vocal pieces. Arranging is one of Gitika's areas of specialism, particularly arrangements of contemporary pop material. A really valuable workshop it was a great opportunity to expand your skills and generate new material.
Time: 10am to 4.30pm
Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich NR3 1AB.

Writing, Recording & Harmonies Workshop with Jon Baker
(Ages 15 to adult) (8th August 2008)

Do you write or want to write music for voices? This was a practical workshop that developed your writing skills and use of harmony, aimed at anyone who is interested in writing and recording material. The recording technoloy used was simple, with more focus on the process. The age range for the workshop was aimed at encouraging older young people to get involved. Jon Baker is a very highly regarded local musician and teacher. There were only 12 places.
Time: 10am to 4.30pm
Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich NR3 1AB.

Part of the summer school is supported with funding from the Big Lottery.