Gospel singing workshops
Have you always wanted to try singing gospel music?
Maybe you love watching gospel choirs but never figured out how to make it happen for you…
… or are you used to singing in a classical, jazz, or musical theatre style, and you want to have a go at gospel singing?
I offer gospel singing workshops for groups of people of all backgrounds and abilities - whether you're a total beginner, or already an experienced singer (or choir) in another musical style.
My gospel singing workshops are non-scary, energising, and - above all - fun!
❋ Learn the secrets of gospel singing
Explore gospel techniques such as twang, scoops, and inverting, alongside learning to sing with emotional intent and power
❋ A safe space to have a go!
If you’ve always fancied singing in a gospel choir, my workshops are a supportive and inclusive environment where you can give it a try without fear of being judged
❋ Get an endorphine boost
It’s a cliche but it’s true: gospel music is incredibly uplifting! And singing together has been proven to improve people’s health and wellbeing
"Alison has a great gift to inspire people to sing. She makes the workshops first and foremost fun and she skilfully builds confidence and basics so that participants become willing to have a go - and the sounds which are produced are amazing!"
Rev Tom Gillum, St John's, Isleworth
"Thank you so much for the incredible workshop you led for Zamar! You have been such an inspiration to everyone in the choir and we are still buzzing after the workshop!"
Zamar - York University Gospel Choir
“Alison is an inspiring person who calls out the best in all who attend her workshops. The community gospel workshops she ran for us proved to be a roaring success leading to a performance by workshop attendees that same evening. Everyone who took part loved how quickly the group came together to produce lively and beautiful music.”
Jim Waddell, Cornerstone, East London
"Inspiring and joyful."
"So uplifting and a collective joy. Has helped alleviate many 'adult' inhibitions."
Feedback from workshop participants
What actually happens during a workshop?
Depending on how long we've got to spend together, topics can include:
learning songs by ear
beautiful gospel three-part harmony
movement! Gospel singers use their whole bodies when they sing: their hands, their feet, their tummy muscles...you name it
gospel repertoire: from old classics like 'Oh Happy Day' to the funky music of contemporary artists like Chance the Rapper and the Sunday Service Choir
vocal technique
exploring ways you could start to incorporate gospel music into your choir's repertoire, or your church services
Perfect for community choirs, churches, women's institutes, office choirs, universities, adult education centres, other community groups - and people of any faith and none.
Get in touch for more details and to discuss your requirements.
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