Pulse, Time and Rhythm in music Workshop - for all singers and musicians.
This is a one-off workshop with the amazing talented Adam Betts. Adam is a hugely experienced musician having played around the world with world class acts as well as being a music tutor for some incredible music schools. This workshop is a fantastic opportuntity to learn from the best.
Here are the songs we will be working on:-
100 Days
Youtube and Spotify Links:-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ouI5KcyHfE
https://open.spotify.com/track/03PkUC7cfsjFERRSPxK0Eh?si=64b3421750fc4c57
Knock on Wood
Youtube and Spotify Links:-
https://youtu.be/Kceiks__PsE?feature=shared
https://open.spotify.com/track/3YJx77Xx8JSwEoxqrkQO5c?si=d549f92def6f4805
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT AS PLACES ARE LIMITED. BUY YOUR TICKET NOW.
Here is what Adam has to say about time in music
Time in music is a very important thing. A large majority of popular music has at some point a goal to make an audience move. Improving our own sense of rhythm and time is really important, and it can feel a bit daunting at times. Luckily, most of us have a natural sense of time that is pretty good, and often it's the complicated act of playing an instrument that gets in the way!
I want to show you how to think about time, how to balance our own internal pulse alongside listening and working collectively as a band, and how to get your playing on the road to having an infectious groove that won't let an audience leave the dance floor.
Adam's brief bio
Adam Betts Performing at the Quarterhouse in Folkestone
As a musician, I am currently playing around the world with artists such as Pulp, David Gilmour, Goldie, Melt Yourself Down, Pete Tong's Ibiza Classics, Squarepusher's Shobaleader One, Moses Sumney, Hot Chip and many more. I have taught at the Royal College of Music, Birmingham Conservatoire, Bimm London, the Kings School in Canterbury among many others, alongside private lessons, and a lot of my teaching has been to try and help young musicians gain a sense of joy and groove in their performances. My range of experiences, from my personal growth as a musician, to my time as an educator, have helped me gain valuable insights into playing music as a band.
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is for all instrumentalists and singers that would like to play music for people to dance to, and will be mostly aimed at a beginner level, but there are things we'll be looking at that hopefully could be of use for players of all standards. It will be helpful to have instruments there, but not essential.
The Music Workshop has lots of instruments available for your use including :-
Acoustic Drums
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Electric Bass
Guitar amps
Bass Amp
Piano
Microphones
PA
Each session will focus on specific songs - keep an eye out for our Social Media posts.
These sessions will cost the same as our workshops and are payable on the door -
£5 regular price
£2 Reduced Cost of Living price
Concessions are available for unwaged and those who have limited income. Cash please as this means all the money goes to cover our costs.
This is a no pressure environment so you only need to progress at your own speed.
Accessibility Details - The Music Workshop
We try to make sure all our venues are accessible with easy access and facilities for all members of our community. This venue is located on Cheriton Place with parking outside and wide pavement access (see picture below). The space has wheel chair access.
The Music Workshop
Cheriton Place
Folkestone CT20 2AD
If you have any questions regarding accessibility then please don't hesitate in getting in touch, our email address is folkestonefirsttimers@gmail.com
Open to all our community
Folkestone First Timers is all about helping those who have dreamed of playing a musical instrument, singing joining a band and/or performing but who feel excluded for whatever reason :-
Age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability (visible/invisible), parent or carer or during menopause
Limited financial resources
Limited or no musical experience and don’t know where to start.
Lack of inclusive spaces for beginners
Travel Bursaries Available
If you need help paying for travel to a workshop we can help. Please get in touch with us via email at folkestonefirsttimers@gmail.com