Songways singing weekend at Halsway Manor, the National Centre for Folk Arts, nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills in Somerset
Led by Jane Harris, Director of Songways and Pip Wright, guest tutor from Cornwall.
Jane and Pip invite you to a joyous weekend learning and singing some of their favourite harmony songs from a wide range of traditions, including their own original compositions. Join us for a special weekend of song in a beautiful setting, hearty food and delightful accommodation. Open to all, songs & harmonies taught by ear and there is no need to read music.
Friday 24 October 4pm to Sunday 26 October 2:30pm
TUTORS
The weekend will be led by Jane Harris, Director of Songways and Pip Wright, a singing leader, teacher and community musician based in West Cornwall. Jane and Pip love to collaborate and lead singing events together. They both play the fiddle and have a special musical bond, bringing much joy to all their music-making.
“Wonderful teaching… inspiring”
“Jane and Pip are two of the most gifted singers I have met… very enabling in so many ways”
SINGING WEEKEND INCLUDES:
Full programme of singing and live music from Friday 4:30pm to Sunday 1pm
All singing tuition led by Jane Harris and Pip Wright
Full group and smaller ensemble singing sessions
A Nos Lowen (Cornish Ceilidh) on the Saturday evening. If you play an instrument you are welcome to join the band – sheet music with chords will be available.
Special Sunday morning sunrise session – Songs with Spirit, Songs for the Soul – meditative harmony singing with Pip
2 nights’ accommodation in the manor or the mews (or non-residential option – limited numbers)
Full board from Friday evening dinner to roast lunch on Sunday. Departure 2:30pm after Sunday lunch
Spacious singing space in the Long Room
Cosy and atmospheric bar and lounge
Specially produced songbook with words for all the songs and some scores
Tea and coffee refreshments
Access to the delightful grounds
