October 14th, 2023, in Werne
Full day workshop with Josh Layne, plus a special concert

Join Canadian harpist and composer Josh Layne for a day of workshops, followed by a special concert for attendees and family/friends/guests.

Saturday, October 14th, 10:00-16:40, finger food for lunch will be provided. Bring your own harp (ample parking is available).

Location: 
Dorfgemeinschaftshaus
Langernstraße 35,
59368 Werne
Nordrhein-Westfalen


Cost: €120, includes workshops, food, concert (for you and a guest), and sheet music (Forgotten Summer).

Payment via bank transfer, email Josh to register and pay.

Questions? Email Rafaela ​Schützner or Josh Layne.

Other workshops and concerts: Fall 2023 Tour Info

Schedule:

10:00-11:30 Technique Bootcamp: a focus on some of the fundamentals of good technique - scales, chord shapes and progressions, and arpeggios. Plus posture, staying relaxed, and playing without pain.

15 Minutes break

11:45 - 12:45 The Harp as an Orchestra: a hands-on look at some of the various special sounds and effects that are possible on the harp. Glissandos, trills and tremolos, strumming, percussive effects, harmonics, and more. 

12:45-13:30 lunch break - finger food provided

13:30-15:00 Learn a Piece - Forgotten Summer: we'll go over my composition Forgotten Summer, from a broad overview and suggestions on how to approach learning it to working on dynamics and phrasing as we look at the piece as a cohesive whole. Sheet music included.

10 Minutes break

15:10 - 15:40 Filming yourself, YouTube, and the 21st century harpist: I'll offer advice on filming and recording yourself, talk about what gear and programs I use, and answer your questions about creating content as a musician in the 21st century!

20 Minutes break

16:00 - 16:40 Concert - a special concert for attendees and their family and guests. Music I'm performing as part of my tour and perhaps a few suprises.