We are really looking forward to seeing you on Saturday 8th February 2025 at the 606 Club in London!
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During our day-long workshop we'll explore the voice, stagecraft and of course jazz singing in a fun, relaxed and supportive environment.
Please have a look below for more information about the day.
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The Jazz Singer's Workshop
Important Information
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When
Where
Schedule
What to bring
Recording and photos
Accessibility
About the trainers
About the pianist
Questions
When
Saturday 8th February 2025
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Where
606 Club, 90 Lots Road, Chelsea, London SW10 0QD. Visit the 606 Club website for further information about location and how to get there.
Schedule
9:45 am
Arrive at 606 Club
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10:00 am
Workshop starts
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10:00-11:15 am
The Voice Gym and two Estill Voice Qualities: Speech and Cry.
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11:15-11:30 am
Break
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11:30 am-12:55 pm
Active participant performances
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12:55-1:30 pm
Lunch
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1:30-3:50 pm
Active participant performances
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3:50-4:00 pm
Q&A and wrap-up
4:00 pm
Workshop ends
What to bring
Please bring:
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Pen and paper or some way of taking notes
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A packed lunch - local choices are limited and the lunch break is short
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A water bottle
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A smart phone or camera to record your coaching session if desired (active participants)
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Sheet music or lead sheets for the pianist (active participants).
Recording and photos
Active participants may record their solo singing slot. Otherwise, we ask that you do not make any recordings of the workshop. We will aim to take a group photo during the day; you can opt out if you prefer.
Accessibility
A reminder that access to 606 Club is via stairs to a lower ground floor level. The team 606 Club are always happy to welcome anyone with a disability and will do their best to facilitate access as much as possible. Please contact the 606 Club on 020 7352 5953 or at jazz@606club.co.uk to discuss your access requirements.
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About the team
Claire Martin OBE is a critically acclaimed Brighton-based jazz singer. She has won the British Jazz Awards 8 times and is a proud recipient of the BASCA Gold Badge Award for her contribution to songwriting. Claire has released more than 20 albums, including Almost in Your Arms, her most recent collaboration with the Martin Sjöstedt Jazz Trio.
Stefan Holmström, MFA and Estill Master Trainer (EMT), is a professional opera singer and voice teacher. Following a career performing at Glyndebourne, Grange Park Opera, Opera Holland Park and as a member of the Phantom of the Opera Company at Her Majesty's Theatre in London, Stefan offers expert vocal training and workshops to a wide range of singers and speakers from his studio in central Brighton.
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Scott Roedersheimer is our coordinator. He'll be supporting Claire and Stefan and will make sure that everything runs smoothly.
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Rob Barron is a is a London-based jazz pianist, arranger and composer who has been described as "one of the most creative and versatile musicians of his generation". Please visit Rob Barron's website to read more. ​
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Questions
If you have any questions, please contact Stefan on 07970 057 660 or at holmstromstefan@yahoo.co.uk.
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