This 1-day workshop is run by Ian Porter, the certified James HIll ukulele teacher resident at the Dougherty Centre in Chatswood, on Sydney's lower North Shore. Ian is assisted by members of the Australian Ukulele Orchestra who will guide you through an intensive tutoring session based on your skill level (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Advanced ) covering 3 mulit-part instrumental pieces (1 Jazz, 1 Classical, 1 Pop). In the afternoon you will be combined with the other players for a rehearsal as a full ensemble. The day wraps up with a performance for famkly and friends and a recording.
All music is provided 6 weeks in advance, together with audio files for your part so you can start to practice ahead of the workshop. The outcomes are an understanding of what it means to be part of a structured orchestra, understanding conductor instructions and signals, listening critically to the other parts in the orchestra and how your part fits in, as well as exposure to three different genres of music arranged specifically for ukulele.... oh and most importantly, having fun!
Ukuleles of all sizes in standard C6 GCEA tuning are welcome. This year a baritone ukulele part is also inclluded for a limited nuber of participants, but it is advisable that skill level is at least Intermediate - there is limited strumming in this part.
Please visit www.ianportermusic.com.au for pre-requisitis for each skill level. NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN EVENT FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS (ie never played before).
Minimum age 16 - no maximum!
Note: Attendees under the age of 18, there is no supervison provided outside of rehearsal times, a separate indemnity will be required to be signed by a parent or guardian on the day.
Tutorials start at 9:00am sharp and are approximately 30 minutes in duration. Following the first two session there is a short morning tea break, where some refreshments will be provided. Then following the thrid and final tutorial the AUO will hold a 45 minute hour masterclass which is optional, but recommended. There will be a 1 hour lunch break, where you can wander through the Chatswood restaurant precinct and source food. In the afternoon the full orchestra meets for 3 hours followed by a family and friends performance and recording.
Location
Dougherty Community Centre,
Victor Street, Chatswood NSW
Limited free off street parking is avaiable, and Westfield carpark is opposite the venue (max 3hr parking). However, It is recommended that either all-day secure parking is purchsed avaialble from Secure at 67 Albert Street for $7 on the weekend, or participants travel by public transport
Contact Details
Ian Porter, info@ianportermusic.com.au
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