Singing Masterclass with Brian McBride (Glasgow)
October 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Singing Masterclass with expert Brian McBride: Musical Theatre
Your instructor
Brian McBride has worked in music education for the past 15 years in various capacities. As a vocal instructor, Brian currently teaches voice at Dollar Academy and St. Ninian’s Secondary School, East Renfrewshire. His previous experience, working as a primary school music specialist with Sistema Scotland and East Dunbartonshire Council, offered Brian a wealth of experience in primary classroom music. Subsequently, Brian took up a role as Tutor in the School of Education at Glasgow University, where he currently teaches, developing a programme of music education for emerging primary school teachers on both Masters of Education and Postgraduate Diploma in Education courses. Brian graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland obtaining a BMus and Masters in Vocal Performance. His singing career involved work at Scottish Opera, Buxton international Music Festival and Edinburgh International Festival. He continues to sing professionally and his expertise in classical technique has been an integral part to working with singers of all musical styles. More information about Brian’s teaching can be found on his website, where he offers singing lessons to individuals of varying experience and ability.
Who is this Masterclass for
This Masterclass is great for anyone who loves musical theatre and offers a way to enrich your singing passion. Start your singing journey or step up your skills to achieve outcomes you are proud of.
Song repertoire
- Good Morning Baltimore – Hairspray
- Aquarius – Hairspray
- (Reserve) Who will Buy? – Oliver
Learning outcomes
By the end of this masterclass, you’ll:
- Understand how to warm up your voice using some simple vocal exercises
- Learn how a vocal part in the above songs
- Enjoy the experience of performing the above songs with the choir, conductor and pianist
Requirements
- No experience needed
- No equipment needed
- Lyrics sheets provided
- Bring drinks to hydrate (essential)
Why sign up
- Leading expert teaching
- Nuggets of valuable information
- Inspiration and motivation
- A group singing opportunity
- Make new friends
- An unforgettable experience!
