Singers’ Workshops and YOUR Professional Development
Fall 2024
Led by Dr. Jeanne Goffi-Fynn and assisted by Columbia University doctoral and graduate students, this workshop welcomes all singers including transgender and non-binary individuals ages 11-20. This group is designed to help singers develop their musical and vocal skills and build their confidence and vocal technique. Students will sing a variety of repertoire and work in preparation for solo, ensemble, and audition opportunities, including the Specialized High Schools in NYC and the College Audition process. This workshop also features opportunities for specialized work for TBB (tenor/baritone/bass) singers navigating their voice change.
The semester culminates with a collaborative performance at Columbia University and a performance at Carnegie Hall with the Cecilia Chorus of New York, led by Dr. Mark Shapiro in December.
Meets on Thursdays 4:30-6:00 pm, i -person at Teachers College, Columbia University (525 West 120th Street, between Broadway and Amsterdam)
IMPORTANT DATES:
Audition: September 12th, 2024 @ Teachers College. In person or submit a one minute video
Carnegie Hall Performance:
Bernstein’s Mass on Dec 7, 2024 8:00 pm
Additional rehearsals held TBA
Columbia University Performance:
Dec 12, 2024 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Tuition: $400 per semester, need-based scholarships available.
Gospel and Jazz Sing!
Fall term Only
Led by Dr. Darryl Jordan, Jazz and Gospel Sing is open to all singers wanting to sing in the Jazz and the Gospel styles. In this musical journey, singers will be invited to share in the process of jazz solos and ensembles, learning a healthy approach to the genre. As in all ensembles with Singers’ Workshops, the singers will develop their vocal confidence and musicianship while exploring their authentic sound. While new to Singers’ Workshops, Dr. Jordan has been assisting the Workshops since its conception and is a leading figure in Jazz Gospel music.
Ages 11–18 PLUS Intergenerational participation
Meets Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm in person Final concert at Teachers College, Columbia University (525 West 120th Street, between Broadway and Amsterdam)
FALL enrollment only
Tuition: $400 per semester
Need-based scholarships available.
Solo & Ensemble Singing for Adults TAB
Fall & Spring terms
Due to popular demand, the Workshops lead its first adult ensemble! Led by Dr. Jeanne Goffi-Fynn and Dr. Colette Young this ensemble is open to all singers. In this musical journey, singers will be invited to share in the process of solo and ensembles, learning a healthy approach to a variety of genres. As in all ensembles with Singers’ Workshops, the singers will develop their vocal confidence and musicianship while exploring their authentic sound.
Meets Wednesdays from 5:30-7 pm in person this fall. Final virtual concert.
Tuition: $400 per semester
Need-based scholarships available.
