forge & fledge – voices
Group 1 (19:15 - 20:15)Every Tuesday // 16th April - 21st May
Shakespeares, Gibraltar St, Sheffield, S3 8UB We've now expanded to have two voices groups. This earlier group (7:15-8:15pm) is an introductory session providing a safe and encouraging space to explore the varied singing styles, repertoire, and purpose of folk songs in England. Led by Rosie Hodgson, practice some vocal techniques and warm-ups, learn songs to sing together by ear with opportunities to branch out on your own. Week on week, build confidence in your voice and connection with the voices of the past. Each week we’ll pick a broad theme to get us going and, with no pressure to sing on your own, you can participate as much or as little as you like; it’s all about exploring this amazingly rich tradition and having a good sing! Group 2 (20:30 - 21:30)Every Tuesday // 16th April - 21st May
Shakespeares, Gibraltar St, Sheffield, S3 8UB This later group (8:30 - 9:30pm) is for those who joined us for the first course in Jan/Feb or intermediate singers who don't want to join the introductory course above. This group will offer more opportunity to develop solo singing and leading songs, whilst still providing a safe environment to practice singing together with other people. We'll learn a song by ear each week to expand our shared repertoire and continue to build confidence in your natural voice! |
Tutor: Rosie HodgsonRosie is our singing tutor for Forge & Fledge. With a voice that brings “a ruby-richness to lyrics new and old" (Folk Radio UK), it’s no surprise that Rosie has been a finalist for the BBC Young Folk Award. Aside from her solo album Rise Aurora, she was the singer in London-Irish supergroup Crossharbour, and now records & tours with her trio, The Wilderness Yet. Rosie’s own songs are heavily influenced by the English tradition and her love of literature and the environment.
www.rosiehodgson.com |
A massive thank you to the Sarah Morgan Foundation for funding this series of Forge & Fledge Voices.