SC&T Youth - Exciting Composition Workshop Series with Hamish Napier!

Join us for our 2024 Composition Workshop Series with award winning multi instrumentalist Hamish Napier in partnership with the University of Aberdeen Music Department!

Dates & Times:

• Workshop 1: February 22nd, 7pm (Online on Zoom)
• Workshop 2: March 7th, 7pm (Online on Zoom)
• Workshop 3 & Concert: March 14th, 10:30am start with 4 hr workshop, rehearsal, evening meal provided and concert starting at 7pm

Where:

• King’s Pavilion, Aberdeen University, AB24 3FX

Who for:

• Young musicians aged 16-26 with some previous playing experience.

What to Expect:

• Learn Hamish's compositional approach
• Start to compose a tune in Workshop 1 with expert guidance
• Refine your compositions with feedback in Workshop 2
• Showcase your work at an evening concert in Workshop 3

Workshop Highlights:

• Capture ideas with your smartphone
• Explore notation tools like Sibelious and • MuseScore
• Simplify and perfect your piece in the in-person workshop

The workshops are totally FREE and include a fantastic free concert for family, friends and the wider public showcasing the compositions with a special performance from Hamish Napier and additional special guest tutor for the in person workshops, Adam Sutherland.

Don't miss this chance to enhance your composition skills with guidance from one of the most sought after tutors in the Scottish traditional music scene and importantly, have the opportunity to connect with fellow musicians!

Spaces are limited to sign up now to avoid disappointment! scatyouth.thinkific.com.