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LIMA WORKSHOP SERIES 2022 / 2023

LIMA Workshop Series 2022 | 2023

Workshops in September / October/ November 2022, March / April 2023

WORKSHOPS 2023.

Saturday March 25th | Sonja Hindrum + SCOBY | 4 - 6pm at Sawtooth ARI

Tuesday April 11th | Charlie McCarthy + Improvising for String Players | 7 - 9pm venue TBC

Sunday April 16th | Mark Cain + Instrument Making | 1 - 3pm at Sawtooth ARI

Monday April 17th | Mark Cain + Integrated ArtsPlay by the River | 2 - 4pm at Windermere

 

 

 

The More Than Human Orchestra (MTHO) at the Kitchen Table

Explore the work of PhD Candidate Sonja Hindrum

Saturday 25th March 4 - 6pm Sawtooth ARI, 58 Lindsay St, Invermay.

This workshop presents an opportunity to engage in the work of PhD Candidate Sonja Hindrum, during her exhibition at Sawtooth ARI Gallery. Listen to an introductory talk about SCOBY (Symbiotic Colony of Bacteria and Yeast) and her research, then participate in a collaborative session with Sonja and The More Than Human Orchestra (MTHO) at the Kitchen Table. Supported by Sawtooth ARI and City of Launceston.

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Charlie McCarthy + PostClassical Violin

Tuesday 11th April 2023

7 - 9pm 

65 Amy Road, Launceston

 

Join Charlie McCarthy and Camerata Obscura players in a workshop / open rehearsal Postclassical Violin:

Music genres and musicality which players investigate after a prolonged period or immersed career of playing exclusively classical music. It is a great way to utilise your existing knowledge and technique in other genres.

Classically trained violinists/musicians, are you ready to explore new sounds and expand your musical horizons? Join Australian-based violinist Charlie McCarthy for an upcoming jazz violin improvisation workshop tailored specifically for classically trained players. Charlie's background is impressive - he's performed with symphony orchestras, Celtic dance bands, chamber ensembles, jazz combos, bluegrass and Irish bands, and has been a session musician for movie soundtracks and studio recordings. With over three decades of performance experience, Charlie is a master of his craft and has a wealth of knowledge to share.

Despite his diverse skillset, Charlie began learning the violin at a young age and comes from a classical background, so he understands the unique challenges faced by classically trained musicians looking to explore improvisation. With Charlie as your guide, you'll learn to infuse your classical training with jazz sensibilities and explore the art of improvisation. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with music, learning, and fun!

Check out The Postclassical Violin method book series for the modern player.

https://www.postclassicalviolin.com/

 

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PVC Instrument Making led by Mark Cain

Sunday 16th April 2023

1 - 3pm

Sawtooth ARI

Mark Cain is Western Australian saxophonist, composer and instrument maker
who plays a variety of ethnic and self-made wind instruments. In the 1980s he 
co-founded the ground-breaking concept group AC/PVC. Subsequently, he has
toured internationally with Nova Ensemble and played in the national Musica 
Viva in Schools programme for nearly 30 years (currently touring with 
Eastwinds), whilst also touring schools solo nationally with Nexus Arts, 
Victoria. Cain has also led numerous community projects building ‘sound 
playgrounds’ and has worked extensively in Indigenous communities, including 
residency projects in the Dampier Peninsula with Tura New Music.
For decades he has worked as a catalyst bringing together musicians from 
different parts of the world, forming groups such as Bulgarity, Flying 
Carpathians, Daramad and Eastwinds. He also plays in Michael Pignéguy’s
Tales of the Orient and with an Indian sarod virtuoso in the Prashekh Quartet
(National Folk Festival in 2019).
Cain, who lives in Fremantle, has released recordings under his own name and 
with Daramad, Eastwinds, Flying Carpathians, and Ozmosis.

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Integrated ArtsPlay by the River

Monday 17th April

2 - 4pm

317 Windermere Rd, Windermere. 

An ArtsPlay Session led by Mark Cain and Di Nailon.

This session will incorporate instrument making, visual art and improvised music making.

Set on the Eastern banks of Kanamaluka /Tamar River you have the opportunity to play with a range of media and music / sound to give form to what you see and hear in this idyllic setting.  The workshop makes use of spaces such as an art studio, makers-shed and boat shed to generate personal, collaborative and integrated arts experiences.  Designed for both practising artists and those who would like the chance to have a go at music and visual art in a safe and supportive environment. Costs cover materials used for take-home inspirations and artistic memories. 

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Workshops 2022

Creating Ambient Music

Saturday 24th September 2022

3.30 - 5pm

Presented by Karlin Love

Tasdance, 197 Wellington St, Launceston. Please note limited parking on site.

Tickets $20/$10 on Eventbrite

 

Improvising music for stillness: for meditation, contemplation, Taize prayer or chant, or chilled-out ambience.

Listening transformed into sound.

We’ll explore drone notes, breath-length rhythms, tension-release, harmonies and chord progression, and friendly modes. We’ll also consider how to be just interesting enough, so it’s neither boring or distracting. Bring your instrument or voice, and your ears.

Supported by City of Launceston

 

Improvisation for Young Musicians

This workshop has been postponed.

10 - 11.30am

Presented by Di Nailon and Suzanne Turner

Thrive Group - Outside School Hours Care 59D Amy Rd, Newstead

Tickets $5 per child on Eventbrite

 For ages 6 - 11 years.

This workshop will provide a number of starting points for exploring musical improvisation.  It offers an opportunity to step away from formal music making and notation and create music in the moment.  You can bring your own instrument from home (including any instruments that you have made!) or use the ones provided -  there will be lots to choose from. Participants and families will also have the opportunity to bring their improvisation skills to the Interweave Arts Organisation Remade event on 26th November and parade with LIMA musicians. 

 

Supported by City of Launceston

Integrated ArtsPlay by the River

Saturday October 8th 2022

2 - 4pm Ages 16+

Presented by Di Nailon, Karlin Love, Suzanne Turner

317 Windermere Rd, Windermere

Tickets $20 / $10 on Eventbrite 

This workshop incorporates both visual art and improvised music making - choose 1 or both as the mood arises. Set on the eastern banks of Kanamaluka / Tamar River you have the opportunity to play with a range of media and music/sound to give form to what you see and hear in this idyllic setting. The workshop will make use of spaces such as an art studio, makers-shed and boat-shed to generate personal, collaborative and integrated arts experiences. The workshop is designed for practicing artists and those who would like the chance to have a go at music and visual art in a safe and supportive environment. Costs cover materials used for take-home inspirations and artistic memories.

 

Supported by City of Launceston.

Loop da Loop - Introduction to looping in performance

Sunday October 9th 2022

Loop da Loop - Introduction to Looping in Performance

 

12 - 2pm Ages 16+

 

Presented by Ben Segal and Joel Roberts

 

Boags Wizard’s Retreat, 39 William St, Launceston

 

Tickets $20/$10 on Eventbrite.

 

Ben Segal and Joel Roberts each have a rich background in “proper” music making, but are also interested in exploring different forms of improvisation and sound enhancement technology.

This workshop will provide a brief explanation of the origins and history of “looping” from tape generated music to its place in the music of today.

We will show a range of solid state looping devices and software to fit any budget and give you an opportunity to go sound hunting and build a group soundtrack.

Take a break at Boags then join LIMA regulars at Free for All at Sawtooth ARI (4 - 6pm) for an improvised performance by Ben and Joel.

 

Supported by City of Launceston

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