How can a SCAdian performer bring persona into a performance? We will explore ideas small and large, and try out bits right in class!

Host: Lady Lilie Dubh inghean ui Mordha

We will discuss and do stretches for your face a body, breathing techniques, discovering your soft palate, working on how to project your voice safely and protect your body. This is primarily focused for vocalists and heralds, but everything is relevant for performers of all kind.

Host: Lady Solveig Bjarnardottir

What does it mean does it mean to be a performer in the SCA? What are some of the skills that fall under the umbrella? This class will give some pointers on performing in a bardic circle, trying out competition and selecting pieces to perform. Bring along your questions!

Host: THL Alienor Hathaway

If you would like to teach a class, host a meet up, support a workshop, or host any other activities please use this link to sign up before February 11th:

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“Learn techniques for checking the scansion of the original lyrics against
your new lyrics in progress to see if they match, and for figuring out where
and how you might be able “cheat” a little bit while still sounding good.”
$1 for handouts (optional)
Any age; literacy required.

Host: The (Wrong and) Honorable Master Dahrien Cordell

William Byrd was one of the greatest composers of the late Elizabethan period. He was something of an anomaly, composing for both the Anglican and Catholic churches. Explore some of his beautiful repertoire of sacred and secular choral music (instrumentalists welcome)

Host: Magistra Isabeau d’Orleans

We all hear the cries of the populace – or at least the artists-to-be and the volunteers-to-be – that they tried and were rendered low by sharp criticism. Here you can discover proven coaching techniques from a National Park Service Registered Coach. Learn to shape artistic presentation or volunteer service into something that serves the Dream rather than drives people away!

Host: Lady Faye deTrees

I, Maistresse Linette de Gallardon, with Maistresse Sabine de Kerbriant, issue a challenge to all to perform a piece (original or sourced in period material) relating to Arthuriana (the tales of King Arthur and his court). Performances should include at least an element of music, even if primarily story or poetry.

I, Maestra Sol la Cantor, issue a challenge to perform a 16th century non-Dowland vocal or instrumental piece.

Those who rise to this challenge shall receive a bell.

I, Maestra, EK College of Performers Chancellor, Sol la Cantor challenge you to perform a pre-17th century song in a language other than English.

Those who take up this challenge will receive a bell token.