PURPOSE
Training in Greek chants, modes and modalities in the urban and rural music of Greece and Asia Minor. Will be reviewed during this master-class:
- Improvisation techniques specific to the urban and rural music of Asia Minor
- Learning of songs
- Work on ornamentation
- Arrangement
- Historical and socio-cultural context of the style
GENERAL CONTENT
- Work on vocal techniques: relaxation, breathing and breath management, vocal warm-up, voice placement
- Learning of Greek songs (Epirus, Macedonia, Thrace and Asia Minor): unison or polyphonic chants, work on drone
- Work on interpretation, ornamentation, rhythms and improvisation techniques
- Work on rhythms for chants and dances: listening to the rhythm through the body, ear, speech
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
- Good singing and instrument practice (no theoretical knowledge required)
- Open to amateurs and professionals