First Stones

a vocal writing intensive

Presented in association with the Australian Music Centre

Halcyon presents First Stones in July, an intensive composer development program focusing on the voice and vocal writing. First Stones is perfect for composers who are keen to learn more about working with voice and exploring the diversity of contemporary vocal composition. It is designed to lay foundations, deepen understanding and help produce better and more confident composers for the voice. Stage 1 of the program is also ideal for singing students or teachers who want to learn more about contemporary composers for voice and broaden their repertoire.

Held over two weekends in July (9-10 and 16-17), First Stones is an exciting opportunity for emerging Australian composers to hone their skills with Australia’s pre-eminent vocal chamber music ensemble and composer-mentor Elliott Gyger.

I am looking forward to joining Jenny Duck-Chong, Elliott Gyger and the emerging composers selected for this program for the second weekend of workshops in July. Jenny is an extraordinary musician and Halcyon such an important organisation in the landscape of Australian Contemporary Art and Vocal Music.