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Musician/Songwriter Needed For 2 Workshops

Due to funding for a new project this summer (details embargoed by funder until 11th April) we are looking for a musician/songwriter to work with us.

This opportunity would involve two 1 3/4 hour workshops with children/young people to create a song (details about the theme will be given upon application) that they will then perform in Fareham this June.  The workshops will take place once a week in the final two weeks of May (exact date to be confirmed).

 

The main requirements we have for the selected musician is that they hold a current DBS certificate, or if they have a BASIC DBS that it is within the last 6 months; and that they have experience of running workshops and working with children and young people.

 

We will pay the selected musician/songwriter £150 per workshop and up to £20 expenses per session.

It would be nice if the selected musician could attend their performance of the piece, however, this is not mandatory and we are unable to pay for attendance as it will fall outside the time of the workshops.  However, we may be able to cover travel expenses.

 

To apply you can complete the form here. Please remember to insert a link to examples of your work
 

To discuss any aspect of this opportunity please email beth@liveartlocal.co.uk and leave your phone number for an informal chat.

This is a fast-moving project and we will get back to people by the 17th April

Hampshire Based Poet(s) Wanted

 

As part of a new project  (further details embargoed until 11th April) we are seeking a poet, or poets, to work with us.  This opportunity will take you into schools in the Fareham area in the summer term to deliver five one hour sessions supporting pupils to craft poems around a specific theme (further details will be made available upon expression of interest as we are not permitted to share this at the present time due to the aforementioned embargo).

For each session, you will be paid £100 for the hour and we can accommodate up to £20 in expenses per session.  The chosen candidate/s will be asked to invoice us after the session and we will make payment by the following Tuesday to a nominated bank account.

You can apply for this role here:

 

Alternatively, expressions of interest are to be emailed to beth@liveartlocal.co.uk.  Please include your name, a link to a website or to a site that hosts your work and a CV.  Selected applicants will need experience of running workshops with children and/or young people.  Please also email and questions you have and a phone number if you would like to discuss this opportunity.

 

The selected applicant/s will be informed by the 17th April

chinwag virtual networking for artists and arts professionals

Chinwag Virtual Network

If the pandemic has taught us anything it’s the importance of two things, one, community, and two, the value of the internet in making human connection possible even when there are barriers that pre-internet would of been insurmountable.

The relaxation of all Covid measures means that the world is opening up again and in-person meetings and networking are possible again. However, this is not the case for all, the extremely vulnerable, those with disabilities, those with mental health issues and those in remote locations have found our newly discovered, but now ubiquitous platforms, such as Zoom, a lifeline in reaching out to others and building their networks, and fostering new communities.  What a shame if all that were to go now that Boris has deemed it “safe” to mingle again.

 

That is why, we at Live Art Local are creating the Chinwag Virtual Network.  A network for creatives and arts/culture professionals from all over to connect virtually once a month to discuss new projects, build partnerships and to share advice/have a good old moan.  This network will be free to attend but donations will be greatfully received to support the running/administration costs.

 

The first meeting will be on Tuesday 22nd February at 6pm GMT and we then hope to meet once a month thereafter on the Tuesday closest to the 22nd.  The session until we secure funding will last 40 minutes.

 

Please sign up via Eventbrite, the link is here

 

We Are an Arts Award Centre!!!

 

We are delighted to announce that Live Art Local CIC, and our space in Fareham Shopping Centre have been given Arts Award centre status.  This means that we will soon be offering courses and other opportunities for children and young people to gain these nationally-recognised qualifications.  We are currently able to offer Arts Award Discover and Explore for Primary aged kids and above (although we can make exceptions), and Bronze and Silver Arts Award for older children and young people up to 25 years.  We will seek to offer opportunities for the Gold Arts Award in the future.

 

These opportunities will be within art and literature, however we are looking to working with Arts Award advisers in other artistic fields (music, theatre and dance) to expand this offer in the future.

 

What is Arts Award?

Arts Award is a qualification, moderated and awarded by Trinity College London.  Arts Award’s unique qualifications support children and young people to develop as artists and arts leaders.  The programme develops skills for success in 21st-century life including creativity, leadership, reflective thinking and communication skills. Young people also develop knowledge and understanding of their chosen art forms.
It is open to anyone aged 25 and under and embraces all interests and backgrounds.  Through Arts Award young people learn to work independently, helping them to prepare for further education and employment.

Culture @ Home Week 12: Making Giant Paper Flowers with Beth Davis-Hofbauer

So this week it was finally the time of our founder, Beth to run her session, showing attendees, and now you, how to make giant paper flowers.  Beth being Beth this session overran somewhat, but if you have a spare hour and a half and fancy learning to make some flowers, or even create your own flower installation at home to share with us as part of a larger artwork, then this could be the workshop you’re looking for.

 

To find out more about Beth visit her site badhofbauer.com

or follow her on social media as badhofbauer (twitter and instagram)

Culture @ Home: Week 11 Folkdance Remixed

This week we were lucky enough to be joined by the artistic directors of Folk Dance Remixed who led a session teaching our participants a number of street dance and folk dance steps that are fused to create an exciting and different style of movement.

If you were unable to make the session then join along at home whenever you feel comfortable by following the recording of our workshop with FolkDance Remixed.

 

To find out more about Folk Dance Remixed please visit https://folkdanceremixed.com/

 

 

Culture @ Home- week 10 – Learn to Beatbox with Ru of The Beatbox Collective

This week we were lucky enough to be joined by Ru of The Beatbox Collective.  In our tenth session, Rupert led us through a series of demonstrations and exercises so that everyone can master the basics of beatboxing.

 

If you were unable to make the session then why not use our recording of the session to give it a go at home!

 

 

Week 9: Chroma Harp – (Family) A Magical Musical Journey Around the World

This week we were lucky enough to travel around the world with classical music duo, Chroma Harp who led us through a wonderful interactive performance exploring music from disparate parts of the world.

 

If you were not lucky enough to join us live then you can join along at home whenever you like thanks to this recording of the session.  To find out more about Chroma Harp and to follow them on facebook visit https://www.facebook.com/Chromaharp/

Week 8 – Alys Williams (Sardines Theatre) – Family Physical Theatre and Puppets

This week we had a session run by theatre-maker, Alys Williams where participants had a great time dancing like a monkey, a lobster, and a host of other animals, getting rained on by money, having a wash, and having a go at making some simple puppets.

If you were unable to make our session then why not join along at home with our live recorded workshop?

To have a go at making the puppets you will need:

clothes peg, scarf, or towel, round hard disk, paper, scissors and single-sided tape

This is a family-focused session suitable for all ages

Shared with Us: Puppets

Our most recent workshop was led by the great Steph Reeves of Gynormous Rawkus where she taught participants to have a go at making their own puppets out of junk and other materials they can find around the home.  We are lucky enough that some of our participants were happy to share with us what they made during Wednesday 1st July’s session.

Penelope Puppet made during our session by Shirley Accini
Penelope Puppet made by Shirley Accini
Puppet by Rose Popay
Puppet made during our session by Rose Popay and Mum