Vocalpercussion - A Universal Language
The voice holds the story of who we are and how we relate to the world around us .So many times we are forced to compromise the ability to speak out to fit in. Through the means of voicing ourselves freely we can break down the rustiness preventing us moving forward and having our say in our own unique way.
Vocalpercussion centre's on the full spectrum of vocal colours where the voice finds space, shape and form to breathe creating a platform where it can be heard authentically. The vocal process can liberate the individual towards artistic insight and confidence. "Creativity and artistic endeavours have a mission that goes far beyond just making music for the sake of music. Music is the tool to express life - and all that makes a difference." Herbie Hancock
Discovering the percussive nature of Voice - what does Vocalpercussion offer?
Vocalpercussion workshop has been carefully designed to guide participants on an exploration of the creative self using voice and movement in a fun and dynamic environment.
One to one sessions will include a consultation to determine the best model for the artist to develop and in groups workshops students work as a team devising themes and containers for their shared vocal expression. All of our facilitators are CRB checked.
Who is it for?
Vocalpercussion workshops and one to one sessions are not exclusively designed for singers or musicians there are also for individuals in all working spheres interested in developing, techniques and skills for personal and professional use.
Some of the improvements and benefits for all attendees:
- Voice projection and production
- Emotional and mental well being
- Public speaking and communication
- Multicultural, cross cultural and inter cultural awareness
- Choral and beatbox ensemble work
- One to one voice discovery
- Individual artist mentoring
- Imaginative writing development
- Voice and movement improvisation
- Building trust and friendship
Our latest workshops are designed for children and young people. The aim is to:
- Improve confidence
- self esteem, health
- well being
- Link core classroom subjects to an understanding of the 'real' world and the creative music industry
- Connect with pupils who find it difficult to engage with classroom activities
- Enable pupils to experience a sense of pride
This workshop is designed for the following curriculum subjects:
- Music
- Geography
- History
- Maths
- English
- PSHE
Contact us if you have a special request.
We also are planning future workshops:
- Learning Vocalpercussion Techniques for Teachers
- Vocalpercussion for Parents and Children
Testimonies:
Randolph is not only a multi-talented musician, but also a natural teacher and had the children in the palm of his hand from the outset, immediately engaging them in some call and response singing with one of his self-penned tunes.
His multi-cultural influences and knowledge of world music are so relevant in today's classroom: his ability to call upon musical styles from any country that the children named had our children (and adults) wide-eyed with amazement.
It was lovely to see some of our boys, who usually participate reluctantly, enthusiastically throwing themselves into the musical activities: they particularly enjoyed making their own rhythms using their names and recording them with the loop pedal.
In my opinion the cross-curricular potential of Randolph's work is far-reaching, particularly for literacy, geography and PSHE (our children were brimming with confidence afterwards) - a one hour workshop is simply not enough. Daisy Moon - Music Teacher, Kilmorie Primary School
Quotes from the School children at Kilmorie School:
I learnt that beat boxing is just like playing an instrument - Nicholas, year 5.
I liked the way he recorded different things over each other on the microphone - Tishon, year 3.
You can understand the true meaning of how music is and how music can be made using everyday things - Rashane, year 6.
