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Vocal Performance, Technique and Recording

Vocal Performance, Technique and Recording

A 3-month intensive evening course developing vocal performance abilities and studio recording skills through professional tuition.

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Course Overview

Spend three months developing your vocal performance and learning how to record your vocals in a studio, with twice weekly hands-on workshops and performance opportunities at ICMP.

Throughout the course, you’ll be guided by ICMP’s renowned professional vocal tutors, who will provide you with in-depth coaching and constructive feedback at every stage. You’ll gain experience across both performance and studio recording, and will explore your own unique singing voice on a truly intimate level.

With access to ICMP’s state-of-the-art recording studio and performance facilities at Queen’s Park and Kilburn, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between technique and performance, as well as practical skills integral to your journey as a vocalist.

This course is also available as a 5-day intensive course.

Key Facts

  • Courses take place on Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm - 10pm
  • 3-month intensive evening course
  • Access to professional recording studios
  • Intermediate to advanced level
  • Two professionally recorded tracks included

Course Progression

Students progress through foundational technique and live performance skills, ensemble singing and masterclass experience, and studio vocal recording techniques culminating in two professionally recorded tracks.

Entry Requirements

This course is designed for those with a sound understanding of the theoretical, technical, practical and conceptual aspects of vocal performance, although the ability to sight-read music is not necessary. Successful applicants will be intermediate to advanced vocalists who are proficient at singing harmonies.

Course Details

Throughout the course, you’ll be mentored by ICMP’s acclaimed professional vocal tutors, receiving personalised coaching and detailed feedback at every stage of your development. You’ll gain valuable experience in both live performance and studio recording, while exploring and refining your unique vocal identity on a deeper level.

With access to ICMP’s cutting-edge recording studios and performance spaces at Queen’s Park and Kilburn, you’ll strengthen your understanding of how technique and expression work together, building the practical skills essential to your growth as a vocalist.

Throughout this module, you’ll receive vocal training to optimise your voice and gain a greater understanding of the technical elements of singing, such as posture, breathing & voice qualities. You’ll also learn and perform two songs of your choice.

Continuing on from the previous module, you’ll expand your knowledge of vocal techniques by exploring stylistic choices, chest voice vs head voice options, agility, and vocal colour and resonance. You’ll learn how to apply these on stage by choosing two additional songs, and will enhance the impact of your performance through improved stagecraft, storytelling and special effects.

By exploring the fundamentals of group singing, you’ll uncover  qualities you can put into practice when working with fellow vocalists in an ensemble. You’ll also develop your group singing techniques, vocal harmony and vocal blend abilities while you rehearse.

Many factors contribute to a successful performance. Across this module, you’ll learn how to organise and select your repertoire, run rehearsals, and improve your confidence on stage. You’ll also get the chance to perform your solo and ensemble pieces in front of family and friends as part of an unforgettable live gig experience at our Queen’s Park performance venue.

Now that you’ve strengthened your stage presence, it’s time to take it to the studio. In this module, you’ll learn the ins and outs of navigating session vocals, including microphone and vocal production basics, and technique considerations unique to a recording studio environment. You’ll also learn how to work with a producer, including music studio etiquette and how to handle feedback.

In this module, you’ll cover how to record successfully at home and in a studio recording booth, as you work directly with a producer to record, edit, comp and mix two final projects: your solo track and the group ensemble piece. These will become fully realised demos that capture your unique sound, ready to be shared.

Upcoming Dates

London

Starts Monday 6th July
£1,350.00
7 spaces available