What is Music'n'Motion

Music 'n' Motion was set up by John Haythornthwaite and Rachel Lund and has been in operation since September 1998. Since then they have directed over twenty sell out courses throughout London and the UK. This year there will be two five-day Performing Arts Courses for children aged 6-11 years old at the Royal Academy of Music, Marylebone, London. During the week the children will focus on a dynamic approach to music-making, combining the key aspects of music, singing, dance & drama whilst developing co-ordination, confidence and creativity…and having fun! The course will end with an informal presentation of each week's activities in the Royal Academy Dance Studio.

Daily Timetable

The Workshops

Singing

During these classes children will learn a variety of songs and will focus on posture, breathing, resonance, pitch and rhythmic understanding as well as tone quality, musical shaping, listening games and part-singing.

Creative Music

Through various musical styles and techniques children come together to compose on a wide variety of percussion, keyboards or their own instrument. The workshop enables children to develop many skills including pitch, rhythm, listening, improvising and imagination.

Dance

The children will work on a variety of dance styles starting each session with energetic and fun exercises. They will be encouraged to use their imagination in choreographing their own moves whilst developing their physical fitness and coordination.

Drama

Through the exploration of drama-based games, children learn how to develop their skills in vocal projection and communication. They will also use improvisation techniques to develop confidence whilst having fun and play.

Orchestra

During the course of the week all children are involved in the Music 'n' Motion Orchestra, playing on their own instrument, percussion or keyboard. They will learn about tempo, pulse and dynamics whilst having fun working as a team.

Visiting Artists

Throughout the week the children have the opportunity to meet and work with professional musicians and performers from leading Orchestras and top West End shows.

Performance Platform

At the end of the day children come together to share a piece, song, dance, poem or even a joke with the rest of class. This gives them the opportunity to develop their confidence as a performer and pick up some help tips along the way.

The Seven Cs

Music 'n' Motion believe that the Seven C's are needed not only for musical and dramatic performances, but are relevant attributes that provide your child with increased self awareness and confidence.