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| In addition to singing on stages around the world, Lea is known and respected for her exceptional teaching ability. With a great love for children and adults who retain their sense of adventure, she brings the music alive through a deep knowledge base and infectious energy. Click Here to read what students and participants have to say! Click Here to read what teachers and administrators have to say! |
An Evening with Lea Gilmore! Classes/Presentations (adults and children) The below have been presented at arts camps, schools, universities and cultural centers in nationally and internationally: “Beltin’ Boppin’ and Blues – Women in the Blues" A survey course on the historical and contemporary contributions of women in blues music; also including blues singing technique. “Seeking Our Common Ground” A lecture/concert exploring the importance of healing racial and cultural divides through music. “Singing from the Soul - Exploring Your Voice” A way too fun class instructing how to “think outside the box” and expand the singing voice and soul at the same time! “The Roots of African American Music” A survey course where students sing and learn the history of Negro spirituals, field hollers, Blues, Jazz and Gospel. “How to Sing the Blues” A class for adults teaching blues singing and general vocal technique. African American Spirituals Ensemble Leading a group of vocalists in singing and interpreting the African American Spiritual “Songs of the US Civil Rights Movement” An exciting performance and lecture on the songs of freedom and protest from the US Civil Rights Movement. “That’s the Gospel!" Choir Workshops With Lea on the piano, she works with school, university, community and church choirs to teach Gospel singing technique and singing with your heart. At the end of the workshop, the choir will have performance ready Gospel songs! ***The following are GREAT FOR SCHOOLS (all ages)*** "Soul of A People - African American Music Traditions" With excitement, passion, humor and joy, Lea and Marc Borms (pianist) take you on a musical journey of the music of Black Americans. From Spirituals to Gospel and Blues to Jazz, African American music has greatly influenced music around the world. It has formed the foundations of popular music from New York to Tokyo. Lea and Belgian pianist Marc Borms have been collaborating for almost a decade. This is a collaboration that personifies all of our common ground, transcending race and culture to convey our oneness – our common humanity. They continue to successfully tell these musical stories, with messages of tolerance, justice and peace, that are inspirational to all. This presentation can also include classroom visits. “That’s the Gospel!" Choir Workshops With Lea on the piano, she works with school, university, community and church choirs to teach Gospel singing technique and singing with your heart. At the end of the workshop, the choir will have performance ready Gospel songs. This is a very popular! |
| In Addition! Lea also does school residencies where in performances, she visits classrooms facilitating conversations on social activism,current events, political theory, African-American literature, peace and justice issues and much more. All presentations are specifically tailored for each event. Ask about special presentations for International Schools For more information and booking contact: Belva Scott belva@leagilmore.com |
Workshops, Lectures and Other Cool Things!
