CAMP A CAPPELLA REPORT

(1) Programme

The programme was initially planned for 2 tracks of workshops for the beginners and for the slightly more experienced singers.

Due to a smaller turn out this year, we had to scale the workshops to fit the wide age group and experience of the singers. We had singers from age 10 to 20.

On the first day we spent time working on simpler a cappella tunes to allow the younger singers a chance to work in teams outside of their own choirs. On the second day we worked on more sophisticated skills and songs plus a cappella arranging which allowed the more experienced singers a chance to flex their musical skills.

(2) Clinicians

We engaged local clinicians for Camp 09. They bring a good wealth of experience in a cappella performance but because our campers are beginning to attend our camps annual, we need to source for external trainers with international staging and directing experience. This will prove to add to the continued attractiveness of the camp for the more experienced singers. We should also consider 2 separate camps for the experienced and inexperienced.

We worked with recently graduated David Thian who directed several groups at Duke University. We also worked with Angelina Choo, the Director of TAS and Ms Lim Huimin, resident singer of NANU.

(3) Tickets Sales

This year we had about 80 singers who attended the camp. We should work on bringing this number back up to at least 120 – 150 per camp.

We will also look into bringing the camp directly to schools for a greater reach.

(4) Production

We utilised the theatre at Tampines Safra and this space was excellent with a stage and theatre style seats. It was a little dim at times but was still a great venue. We did not touch on extensively progressive workshops which meant that we did not need too much technical support.

(5) Summary

We will aim to change the way the camp is offered and also aim to work with international groups and clinicians to challenge our singers and fellow local clinicians. We hope to continually enfore positive reinforcement to all singers and trainers.