About the instructor: Rita di Ghent is an award-winning international recording and performing artist. She teaches in Prince Edward County and also for York University at the School of Art, Media, Design & Performance since 2000. For more about the instructor, see here: www.ritadighent.com Location: Cressy, ON (exact location will be sent once you're registered). Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025 Lunch will be provided. What's involved? Primarily, this is a performance workshop to provide you with ideas and skills to enhance your artistry as a singer. There will be group exercises and one-on-one coaching. In your one-on-one, you can work on your vocal technique or on ways to make your performance a more authentic or unique experience for listeners. Who is this for? Anyone who has been working on songs. You do not have to be at an advanced level or be a professional performer--the workshop addresses all levels. I'll meet you wherever you are. What song to do? You can bring in a song that you wrote or are working on. You can also bring in a song written by someone else. In the latter case, the coaching will address how to not just imitate another artist's performance, but how to bring a personal interpretation to the song. Note: singing is optional and observers are very welcome. Cost: $90 if you register before Feb 15. After Feb 15, the cost is $110 Lunch, coffee, tea is available for $5 (cash upon arrival) Registration is required. To register, please send a $25 deposit to groovecanada@gmail.com