(Press release)
Sage Gateshead ’s music
making and learning programme invites you to join in and make music with them –
the Autumn term starts Monday 22 September and with more activities on offer than
ever before, you’re sure to find something that’s right for you.
The Adult Programme provides a range of vocal and instrumental classes, whether you’re starting from scratch or reigniting your passion for singing or playing.
New for the 2014/15 Adult Programme - the Harmonize choir is the perfect introduction to
music from around the world, discover jazz, pop and gospel music with Old Town Voices or join the Adult Rock Band and explore rock, pop and soul through
the decades from 50s rock ‘n’ roll to modern pop hits.The Adult Programme provides a range of vocal and instrumental classes, whether you’re starting from scratch or reigniting your passion for singing or playing.
Programme favourite, In
the Groove, is for aspiring rock and pop singers - learn fun and funky
arrangements of well known pop, rock and chart classics and even perform with
visiting artists at Sage Gateshead throughout the year.
If you prefer folk music, then Folkworks Tuesday is the perfect place to start or to
develop your vocal, instrumental, and percussive dance skills. All classes take
place on Tuesday evening and create a welcoming community of folk musicians of
all ability levels. There are a range of new folk classes for 2014/15 including
the Folk Choir which features guest tuition from
Eliza Carthy.
The Silver Programme provides a range of vocal and
instrumental classes for people over 50 in a relaxed, friendly and supportive
environment. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or an experienced player it’s
a brilliant way to meet great people and make great music.
Whether you’re interested in singing classic and
contemporary rock & pop songs, blues, jazz & gospel music or Broadway
classics, there are a range of singing classes to choose from. There are also
informal singing groups taking place throughout the region, as well as at Sage
Gateshead, and with no experience necessary this is a good starting point if
you’re not sure which singing style is for you.
For instrumentalists, why not join the Silver Skiffle Band - a traditional
skiffle band playing 20s-30s blues plus American and English folk songs, or
learn basic mandolin, banjo and ukulele skills in roots/folk bandBeginner
Bluegrass or even join a Mandolin Orchestra.
New for the 2014/15 Silver Programme - join
the Classic Rock group and be part of a rock and pop
band covering classic songs; Or join the Silver
Sax group and gain experience
of playing saxophone with others.
Susanna Wolfe, Head of Lifelong Learning at Sage
Gateshead said: “Whether you want to
sing or play an instrument, whether you’re an experienced musician or an
absolute beginner, there’s something for everyone at Sage Gateshead ”
Autumn term begins Monday 22 September. For a full list
of classes please visit sagegateshead.com.
Classes take place at Sage Gateshead and Gateshead Old
Town Hall
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