The course is open to players of all instruments and singers of all experience levels. We also take non-players - both partners of participants and non-playing couples or individuals.
We also offer special reduced places for students and younger players wishing to share group accommodation.
Dates
8 - 14 &/or 15 - 21 Feb. 2009
Course Tutors
Sara McGuinness and top Cuban 'Son' band 'Sierra Maestra'.
Course Aims
An introduction to performing Cuban music.
Key Learning Areas will include:
- the history of Cuban music
- an introduction to key styles of Cuban music
- rhythm in Cuban music - for all instruments and singers
- harmony in Cuban music
- song form and structure in Cuban music
- singing in Cuban music
- improvisation in Cuban music
- performing Cuban music
Typical Learning Activities will include:
- pre-course listening and playing
- optional pre-course 1 day workshop
- small group workshops
- specialist instrument workshops for percussion, voice, piano, front-line
- evening performances and 'jam'
- end of week performance
- masterclasses by top Cuban group Sierra Maestra
- visits to top music venues in Havana
