Spend three days this summer in the beautiful Niagara region!

AUGUST 24 TO 27, 2022
Workshops, Discussion Groups, Conducting Masterclasses
Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine & Performing Arts Brock University
Downtown Campus, 15 Artists’ Common | St. Catharines, Ontario

SOUND EXPLORATIONS – Deepening connection through resonance
REHEARSAL STRATEGIES – Cultivating artistry through risk-taking
CONDUCTING TECHNIQUES – Building trust through gesture
REPERTOIRE PERSPECTIVES – Enriching community through programming

DAILY SCHEDULE

Each day will include:

• Engaging sessions on choral pedagogy, sound development, rehearsal strategies & repertoire selection
• Hands-on conducting masterclasses with dynamic repertoire. Our workshop choir will be comprised of registered attendees and members of the Avanti Chamber Singers
• Interactive group discussions with colleagues on current topics in choral singing

Led by Dr. Rachel Rensink-Hoff
Associate Professor of Music, Brock University

WITH GUEST SESSION PRESENTERS

• Karen Burke, York University
• Elroy Friesen, University of Manitoba

FEES

Includes repertoire packet, lunch (Thursday-Saturday) & refreshments

• Masterclass conductors – $350
  • This is open to any conductor with experience leading an ensemble.
  • Those interested in participating as masterclass conductors must include a short letter of interest and CV with registration.
  • Masterclass conductors will meet together online with Rachel Rensink-Hoff in advance of the workshop to review the repertoire and address questions.
• Regular attendees – $300
• Full-time university students – $150
• $40 Registration Discount for Members of Choral Canada, Choirs Ontario or
  Ontario Music Educators Association

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

• A full refund will be issued in case of government-imposed restrictions

For more information please contact Rachel Rensink-Hoff at rrensinkhoff@brocku.ca