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The Waterford Youth Arts Choir programme is designed to enhance the musical, creative and expressive qualities of all participants.  Musical opportunities are provided for every young person to learn the basic skills of singing and reading music, broadening listening skills, focused concentration, and performance. Kodály inspired musicianship training will be offered by Fearghal as he specialises in this method. Young people are first introduced to musical concepts through experiences such as listening, singing, or movement. It is only after they become familiar with a concept that they learn how to notate it. 

Singing is a life-long skill that is not only enjoyable, but fosters ear training, intonation, breath support, and confidence. Singers discover how to listen carefully and how to monitor their sound based on how it feels and sounds. 

 

We will work on reducing any performance anxieties that anyone might have. Onstage with their peers, anxieties about performing can dissolve because of the comfort of the group format. If comfortable within a group, this may be transferable to solo singing or other performing art. 

 

Singing in WYA Choir offers a wonderful release and opportunity to express thoughts and feelings through music and singing with other young people who are inspired by beautiful music. 

Workshops are run by Fearghal O’Connor (Choral Director – See Bio) and Eadaoin Breathnach (Music Coordinator).

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