Music
CELEBRATING THE VOICE
““Please bring them back.” “They were excellent.” “Loved it! Wow!” “Voices as instruments! – Great!””
— STUDENTS, SCARBOROUGH
Four Men, Four Mics, No Instruments
Grades:
K-6, 7-8, 9-12
Audience Maximum:
300
Price per performance (elementary):
$720 + gst
Price per performance (secondary):
$840 + gst
Performance + Workshop Price(elem.):
$1,200 + gst
Performance + Workshop Price(sec.):
$1,320 + gst
Cadence continues to amaze audiences with their ability to create a full range of instrumental and vocal sounds using only their voices as a tool. This a cappella quartet illustrates that the voice is the most versatile of all instruments. Tight harmonies, instrumental imitation and high energy combine in an energetic and accessible performance.
- Presentations are adapted for the age and grade level of the audience.
- A complimentary CD is provided.
Workshop: Four Men, Four Microphones, No Instruments
Grades:
4-8, 9-12
Audience Maximum:
60 (vocal music students)
Following a performance, Cadence can work with your choir to get their repertoire to the “next level” or “custom-design” a workshop.
Typical workshops draw from the following subjects:
1) Warm-up Exercises: Tricks, Tips and Techniques
2) Vocal Percussion: The Art of Noise-Making
3) Vocal Group Improvisation: Rounds, Rhythms and Circle Songs
4) Musical History of Vocal Jazz: The A Cappella Evolution
Typical workshops draw from the following subjects:
1) Warm-up Exercises: Tricks, Tips and Techniques
2) Vocal Percussion: The Art of Noise-Making
3) Vocal Group Improvisation: Rounds, Rhythms and Circle Songs
4) Musical History of Vocal Jazz: The A Cappella Evolution
- Duration: 45-60 minutes
Curriculum Focus & Expectations
Themes:
- Celebration of the Voice
Expectations:
- Describe how various elements of music are combined to create different moods
- Identify tone colours (the specific sounds of instruments or voices) in familiar music
- Recognize and explain the effects of different musical choices (loud and soft music)
- Demonstrate an understanding of correct breathing techniques and posture when singing
- Describe responses to music heard using appropriate vocabulary or musical terminology
Tour Availability:
- Limited availability
Technical Requirements:
- Large open area or stage (minimum space 20' x 15')
- Minimum room temperature 21c
- Request for gymnasium to be heated night before performance