Please join me for the "Creative Voice Clinic" being offered as part of Winterfolk VIII Music Festival. Find your UNIQUE voice.
Sunday February 14th, 2010 (1:00pm to 3:00pm):
1:00 pm: Creative Voice Clinic: Discover a big picture view of your FULL voice and learn what goes into developing your UNIQUE style. Understand the three separate components of voice. I will provide you with an overview of each component allowing you to see the complete vision of voice. The components covered are:
Component I – Vocal Technique
Component II - Voice Styles
Component III – Music Genres
Your voice is what carries the message of your music to your audience. You do not need to be technically perfect but you do need to have a command over your voice from a technical standpoint in order to bring out the best in your voice. I will teach you how!
Develop your vocal instrument to match the passion you have inside!
This is an experiential and interactive workshop so bring all your questions.
DRAW: Win a FREE Vocal Training Session with Vocal Coach Donna Flynn. The session can be used for a Vocal Assessment, One-on-One Private Lesson or Package, or Song/Audition/Performance Preparation.
LOCATION: The Willow Restaurant (back room - 193 Danforth Ave, Toronto 416-469-5315)
2:00 pm: Student Showcase Featuring:
- Loril Shannik - Loril Shannik has maintained a deep love and respect for the traditional Celtic music of her Gaelic heritage - music that extends from the medieval era to present day. Her specialty and joy is the Celtic Harp. Loril is a Royal Conservatory trained musician who also plays piano, harpsichord, trombone and soprano/alto recorder. She was nominee in the category of Folk Traditional Recording of the Year at the Hamilton Music Awards in December 2009. www.lorilshannik.com
- Kate Todd - Since her starring role as “Lilly” on the award winning TV show Radio Free Roscoe Kate Todd has continued to focus on her musical career. She has made several appearances on Degrassi with her songs being featured on the Showcase Television show Casing In where she plays “Chrissy” an aspiring singer. Kate opened for Nelly Fertado at Earth Hour. She is currently signed with Coalition Entertainment and is working with a producer on a collection of new material. Meanwhile you can catch Kate as “Sally” on the hit show Life With Derek. www.katetodd.com
- Claire Abbott - At the young age of 12, Claire Abbott displays exceptional talent as a vocalist, songwriter and musician (piano & guitar). She is the only youth performer participating in the student showcase and rightfully so. Claire is someone to watch in the coming years as she is a “triple threat” and undoubtedly has a bright music career ahead of her.
- Taivi Lobu - Taivi Lobu is a veteran of the folk music scene in Toronto. She has written for choruses, performed with an Indonesian gamelan orchestra, and sung at the Bluebird Café. After years of devotion to social causes Taivi has returned to playing and songwriting, most recently with The Wye River Band. Her songs, ranging across the folk, rock and jazz idioms, are multi-faceted gems reflecting erudition, longing and community.
- Daniel Longmire - Longmire’s restless ambition created a diverse collection of songs with his debut album Venus Motel. Originally released under the name of “Concord”, the album has garnered positive reviews from Sweden to Australia and everywhere in between, including radio play, interviews and a showcase feature article in Canadian Musician magazine.
LIVE PERFORMANCE - Donna Flynn and Guitarist Darcy Wickham:
Friday February 12th, 2010 (7:00pm)
I will be performing at the Mambo Lounge with guitarist Darcy Wickham as part of Winterfolk VIII on Friday Feb. 12 at 7:00pm. www.darcywickham.com
LOCATION: MAMBO LOUNGE (120 Danforth Avenue, Toronto 416-778-7004)
Darcy Wickham is an exceptional facility with all styles of guitar picking has highlighted decades of performing experience, and was recognized by an OCFF “Songs From the Heart” award in 2007 for his song “Feather Fingers”. Recent achievements have included being a Canadian finalist in the Mountain Stage Newsong Contest in August 2009, and being a featured performer at Winterfolk Roots and Blues Festival in Feb. 2009. A well known and well respected guitar teacher, D’Arcy has instructed such notable performers as Daniel Lanois and Liam Titcomb, and has performed and led workshops at the Waterloo Guitar Summit in 2008.
HERE IS WHAT IS BEING PLANNED AND WHAT HAS BEEN HAPPENING:
Winterfolk, now in their 8th year, was formed to entertain, educate, enlighten, engage and encourage our community about various music styles including roots, blues, folk to name a few. Over 100 artists will be performing live. Winterfolk VIII takes place February 12-15, 2010.
Winterfolk VIII takes place on Danforth Avenue (East of Broadview) at six venues. They are all within a short walking distance so you can easily move from one venue to the next enjoying four days of music, educational seminars while mingling with the music community and fans.
The Venues Are:
Black Swan Tavern – 2 Stages (154 Danforth Avenue, Toronto 416-469-0537)
Dora Keogh (141 Danforth Avenue Toronto 416-778-1804)
Mambo Lounge (120 Danforth Avenue, Toronto 416-778-7004)
Terry O’s (185 Danforth Avenue, Toronto 416-462-0038)
Willow Restaurant – 2 Stages (193 Danforth Ave, Toronto 416-469-5315)
WHAT IS MY PARTICIPATION IN THE EVENT AND WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR YOU? I will be participating in a three ways. First, I was a judge as part of the artistic selection committee for auditions which took place in Toronto. Second, there will be performance opportunities for my students as part of the Student Showcase. Third, I will be performing live at the Mambo Lounge on Friday February 12th at 7:00pm.
Live Audition Winners Receive:
- A minimum of one 45 minute paid scheduled set
- Minimum of one additional shared set as part of a workshop or seminar
- Inclusion in festival publicity and promotion such
as pictures in print advertisements, flyers, Winterfolk Program Guide, website, and other forms of promotion
- Bios and pictures posted on the Winterfolk website, and included in media releases
- Press and industry will be alerted to your set time
- Full access to stage, backstage, hospitality privileges valid for the entire festival
- Pass to attend private artist parties and information session
WHY IS PERFORMING IMPORTANT TO YOU? Building a credible resume as a working singer/musician is a challenge. Working with accomplished artists, learning from them and forming lasting friendships is an even bigger challenge. Earning an opportunity to perform at a festival such as this is something an artist may work towards for many years. You will gain experience, exposure to new fans, fellow musicians and media.
While it is impossible to list all the outstanding performers who have participated in Winterfolk, here are a few awesome examples from previous years. They are:
Serena Ryder - Recording Artist
Julian Fauth - 2009 Juno Award in the "Blues Album of the Year" category
Danny Marks - Musician broadcaster and iconic rocker Danny Marks is a trailblazing guitarist, singer and songwriting roots
rocker, and has spent the past 25 years in homes across Canada on cable tv's Stormy Monday, CBC Radio's the Hum Line
and JAZZ.FM's Saturday night blues program bluz.fm
Laura Fernandez - Host of JazzFM Café Latino heard Saturdays from 4-6pm, a classically trained pianist and bilingual
singer songwriter
Wendell Ferguson – Winner of CCMA's Guitarist of the Year 6 times
AUDITION DETAILS:
Live Auditions: New this year, Winterfolk held live auditions at venues throughout Ontario. There was no cost to audition. Two artists were hired at each of the venues listed below. Artist selection was based on a combination of voting by the audience and Winterfolk representatives. Auditions took place:
October 20 – The Black Swan Tavern - 154 Danforth Avenue Toronto
November 5 – Moonshine Café - 137 Kerr Street Oakville
November 11 – The Spill - 414 George Street North Peterborough
November 15 – Garden Street Café - 40 Garden Street Guelph
November 24 – The Black Swan Tavern - 154 Danforth Avenue Toronto
December 1 – The Black Swan Tavern - 154 Danforth Avenue Toronto
WHERE is Winterfolk? Winterfolk takes place at clubs at the corner of Danforth and Broadview in Toronto, all within close walking distance.
CHANGES: Changes and updates will be posted on my website.
ADDITIONAL PERFORMING OPPORTUNITIES EXIST FOR STUDENTS. DETAILS WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL WITH FULL DETAILS AND POSTED HERE. Contact me if you or someone you know is interested in performing. This truly is a rare opportunity.
