Local performers will be given a unique opportunity to train for free with nationally renowned artists on Saturday 02 June, as 2Funky Arts and Mainstream Partnership present a rare and exciting interactive workshop. | "We're thrilled to be part of BASS 07 and to be able to give Leicester the chance to experience the excitement that will fill the rest of the Midlands." | | Vijay Mistry |
This workshop will explore the full spectrum of the creative use of human vocals in contemporary music making, led by a double act of two of the most respected names in UK contemporary music making, Jason Singh and Carol Leeming. Both artists have experience in a range of genres, covering Hip Hop, House/ Techno, Funk, Soul, Nu Jazz and more. Workshop participants will be able to discover more about the history and application of the techniques of Beatboxing, Black music singing styles, ways of layering vocal sounds percussively, developing harmonies and how to make the most of recording. This workshop is part of BASS Music Festival 2007, with has a range of events taking place across the Midlands throughout June, celebrating Black music and art. Vijay Mistry, Director of 2Funky Arts said: "We're thrilled to be part of BASS 07 and to be able to give Leicester the chance to experience the excitement that will fill the rest of the Midlands throughout June." To be involved in the free one-off workshop you must book a place with 2Funky Arts on 0116 222 0639. | 
