Musicality Workshop featuring Malcolm Earle-Smith & Simon Selmon 12 May 2024

Description

Sunday 12 May 2024 10.30am-1.30pm

You can expect expert guidance from musician Malcolm Earle-Smith, senior lecturer in Jazz at Trinity Laban Conservatoire & international Swing dancer Simon Selmon, who will both bring oodles of experience to share with you.  

We have put together a unique workshop that offers invaluable insights and techniques that you won't find in regular classes.  Yes, there will be some music theory, but mostly it's a hands on experience.  

We will use Solo Jazz & Lindy Hop to explore the music using rhythm, scatting and movement exercises to become both more musical and creative in our dancing. With a mix of group exercises and one-to-one feedback, you'll have plenty of opportunities to dance and develop your skills.  

There will be both recorded and live music.

Topics to be covered:

- A history of how Jazz music and dance developed side-by-side
- What makes music Swing & how it affects the way that you dance
- How to listen and what to listen for
- How to respond to what you hear starting with examples of solo Jazz and mini Lindy Hop choreographies leading to your own improvisation
- Interaction between musicians and dancers and how to improvise in the moment
- Learn about the Melody & Rhythm, Riffs, Pitch & Phrasing
- Call & Response
- Copy & trade dance moves with the musicians & fellow dancers

To get the most out of this class, we recommend it for intermediate dancers and above (fast beginners with some experience are welcome but not suitable for beginners).

Location: Studio 2, CitySport Studio, 124 Goswell Road, London, EC1V 7DP - Google Map
Tubes: Barbican, Old Street

Limited numbers. Pre-bookings only (no drop-ins).
Cost:
Early Bird (first 10 people) £30 / Advanced £35 + bf (Before 1 May) / After £40 + bf

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