Learn from Danish Masters
Join our online workshops led by experienced conductors from Lemvig, Denmark. Master authentic Scandinavian choral techniques through live sessions with personalized feedback.
Spring 2025 Workshop Schedule
Live online sessions connecting UK singers with Danish choral expertise. All times GMT/BST.
| Workshop Title | Dates & Time | Duration | Investment | Instructor | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Introduction to Grieg's Sacred Songs Four sessions exploring Edvard Grieg's profound sacred choral works |
3 March – 24 March 2025 Mondays, 7–8:30 PM GMT |
4 sessions 90 minutes each |
£60 Includes score PDFs |
Mette Nielsen | Coming Soon |
|
Danish Choral Pronunciation: Level 1 Master the fundamentals of Danish vocal technique |
10 January – 31 January 2025 Fridays, 6–7 PM GMT |
4 sessions 60 minutes each |
£45 Audio practice files included |
Astrid Lund | Registration Open |
|
Rehearsal Techniques from Lemvig For choir directors: warm-ups, blend, and interpretation methods |
14 April – 5 May 2025 Mondays, 7–8:30 PM BST |
4 sessions 90 minutes each |
£65 Conductors' score pack included |
James Harrington with Mette Nielsen | Opens 15 Feb |
Prerequisites & Equipment
Basic Requirements: Stable internet connection, computer with camera/microphone, and basic sight-reading ability (for repertoire workshops).
Danish Pronunciation Workshops: No prior Danish knowledge required. Suitable for singers of all experience levels.
Directors' Workshops: For current or aspiring choral conductors with ensemble experience.
How to Register
Simple three-step process to join our online workshops and connect with Scandinavian choral heritage.
Choose Your Workshop
Pick from our seasonal offerings based on your interests and experience level. Each workshop page has detailed syllabi and sample materials.
Create Account
Register for your personal learning portal where you'll access workshop materials, recordings, and progress tracking throughout your journey.
Receive Materials
Workshop link and complete material package delivered 48 hours before your first session. Includes scores, audio files, and technical setup guide.
Meet Your Instructors
Learn from conductors who have dedicated their careers to preserving and teaching Scandinavian choral traditions.
Mette Nielsen
Founding Conductor & Artistic Director
Trained at the Royal Danish Academy of Music, Aarhus. Specialist in Romantic-era Scandinavian choral works with three decades of experience conducting Cor Cantus.
Teaching Focus: Grieg Sacred Songs, Nielsen interpretation, historical context and authenticity
Astrid Lund
Pronunciation Coach
Native Danish speaker and University of Copenhagen graduate. Develops comprehensive phonetic guides for Scandinavian languages in choral settings.
Teaching Focus: Danish pronunciation, vowel techniques, Nordic vocal physiology
What Makes Our Workshops Unique
Experience authentic Danish choral pedagogy adapted for UK singers through innovative online delivery.
Filmed at Lemvig Church
All workshops include footage from our historic rehearsal venue, providing visual context for the acoustic environment where these traditions developed.
Personal Feedback
Small group sizes (maximum 25 participants) ensure individual attention, with opportunities for personal vocal coaching during live sessions.
Complete Resource Package
Workshop investment includes all scores, pronunciation recordings, practice tracks, and lifetime access to session recordings for review.