VOS World Conductor Masterclass Series: Neil Ferris
Event Information
About this Event
Voices of Singapore presents the World Conductor Masterclass Series with renowned conductor and conducting lecturer, Neil Ferris (London, UK). As Chorus Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus, Artistic Director of the professional chamber choir Sonoro, Chorus Director of the Royal College of Music (London), and Music Director of the Wimbledon Choral Society, Neil Ferris is recognised as one of UK’s leading teachers in choral conducting.
The two-day programme will be aimed at building the proficient conductor. The programme will focus on conducting masterclasses and lectures, covering the essential tools of a conductor such as conducting gesture, rehearsal technique and efficiency, and score analysis. Participants will also have the option of taking part as a Podium Conductor where he or she will receive conducting masterclasses while conducting a live piano accompanist.
All scores and material will be provided, and a certificate of participation will be given to each participant.
This programme is eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) funding on a reimbursement basis. Click here to find out more.
Podium Conductor
Includes solo podium coaching sessions with Neil Ferris on both days. Podium conductors will be hosted at VOS @ Capitol with a live accompanist, with Neil Ferris LIVE on Zoom from the United Kingdom. In addition, you will get to attend specially curated lectures with Neil. Only 8 Podium Conductor slots are available!
Observer (Online)
As an observer, you will get a chance to see Neil Ferris in action with our podium conductors on Zoom, across the whole event period. In addition, you will get to attend specially curated lectures and have engagement and interaction opportunities with Neil.
Queries may be directed to contact@voicesofsingapore.com or +65 8828 2867.
Concessions Available:
Voices of Singapore Choral Society and National Instructors and Coaches Association (NICA) members enjoy $50 off podium fees and $20 off observer fees. Email contact@voicesofsingapore.com to get a discount code!
