Philly Folk Choir
Philly Folk Choir: Vocal Polyphony from Around the World
Deadline to Register is September 5th
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Program Description:
In this choir, we will learn and sing a variety of folk songs from all over the world, often featuring material from America and Eastern Europe. You will get to enjoy singing in a very supportive group, melding your own unique voice with the ensemble in 2, 3, and 4-part harmony. We will work on developing sustainable vocal production, delivering “authentic” performance in timbre and ornament, and having a wonderfully fun time together making beautiful music. The program features special guest teachers deeply steeped in the music of different folk singing traditions. The voice is the best! Folk music is the best! Come join us!
Logistical Information:
The class runs every Tuesday for 15 weeks, from September 3rd-December 10th, from 6:30-8:30 in the Parish Room at the First Unitarian Church (2125 Chestnut Street). There is a brief, less-than-5-minute online audition process for new choir members. There will be a culminating final performance at the end of the class, likely on December 13th in the same building.
Cost is $300 for the series. Members may pay all at once or by the month. In the future, financial aid may be available; please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns
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Teaching Artist:
Brian Dolphin
Brian Dolphin has studied folk music, lived with indigenous musicians, and performed original and traditional music all over the world. He has founded and directed choirs and group singing sessions for many years, including Ukrainian Village Voices and the “Dolphin & You” Community Sing.
In addition to teaching private lessons, he produces, arranges, and records his own music and that of other up-and-coming singer-songwriters. He is a Thomas J. Watson Fellow, Fulbright recipient, and doctoral student of Ethnomusicology at the CUNY Graduate Center. His music has been featured on Pitchfork, NPR, The Guardian, PRI, Bandcamp, Record Crates United, and Raven Sings the Blues.
