Each "orchestra" consists of 5-15 students playing different instruments, singing, dancing and making art. Beginning the coursework will be the introduction of "Intuitive conduction", which involves of a conductor who uses gestures, expressions, cue cards and other methods to communicate what the orchestra should play.
Classes are 60 minutes long, once a week, with vacations coinciding with school breaks. Year is from the second week of September to the second week of June. There are approximately 35 classes in the scheduled year. First year classes will be held at Kasbah Liberty, in White Sulpher Springs NY.
Instruments can be traditional or unconventional. You can sing, you can dance, you can create art projects. The object is to experiment with all genres in order to find what the student is most drawn to.
Each rehearsal will be recorded and available on YouTube for study and documentation.
Students are responsible for their own instruments and supplies, however there will always be supplies and instruments available at the studio.
In the spring and early summer, the ensembles will perform at different venues, including parades, private parties, concerts and other events.
We will have references for private teachers.
Students who are visual artists will work on a project all year that will be a part of the final "grand" concert. The materials must be portable. Large projects may be stored at the facility, however they remain the student's responsibility.
T E N T A T I V E - S C H E D U L E
Year One:
Introduction to sound, musical emotions, group playing, singing, dancing, rhythm, melody, improvisation, scales, dynamics
This first year, the students play intuitively, following the conductor. Intuitive conduction means that each member interprets the conductor's movements. It is through this technique that students begin to learn to play, sing or dance.
Included in each class will be demonstrations on how to play or sing correctly, including warm ups, proper breath, embouchure, and posture techniques.
Musical Appreciation: Baroque, Early Jazz, Blues, Rock and Roll
Dance: Martha Graham
Art: Van Gogh
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Year Two:
In addition to enhancing the learning from year One, we will concentrate on the basic tools of music: rhythm, harmony, melody. The students will progress technically, while continuing to practice intuitive conduction. We will discuss structure and begin to compose.
Musical appreciation: Classical, Big Band, Latin, R&B
Dance:
Bill T. Jones
Art: Kandinsky
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Year Three:
In addition to enhancing the learning from year Two, we will introduce notation, transposition, composition. This will allow each person to compose for the ensemble. Working in teams, or as a group will be highlighted during this transition period. Emphasis will be placed on the personal responsibility for improving technique, in order to benefit the greater ensemble.
Musical appreciation: Romantic, Bebop, West African, Country
Dance: Mark Morris
Art: Picasso
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Year Four:
Year four will be an extenuation of Year Three, with more autonomy by the students. Introduction to modes and world music. They will create their own live performances. They will have the opportunity to be the conductor, practicing the intuitive approach with the knowledge of music that has been gained. Composition and technique will be featured heavily.
Musical appreciation: 20th Century Classical, jazz fusion, Indian Classical, Hip Hop
Dance: Baryshnikov
Art: Warhol
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Year Five:
Year five will be an extenuation of Year Four, however the students work together to create a "graduation" project. They will create a stage production, film, music video, or other collaborative multimedia concept, using all the tools they have learned throughout their experience at Worldly Vibe.
Musical appreciation: Broadway, Contemporary Jazz, Chinese Classical, Pop
Dance:
Alvin Ailey
Art:
Living Artists will be featured in master classes
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Upon successful completion of Year Five, students will receive a Certificate of Completion,
and be eligible to conduct Year One students.
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