"An Cailín Rua"

"And the Healing Has Begun: A Musical Journey Towards Peace in Northern Ireland" by Katrin Pietzonka

The four days of the School, which takes place in Dublin, Ireland, will involve interaction and performance under the supervision of composer Michael McGlynn and members of Anúna. 

This year will include for the first time an introduction to Sean Nós, the oldest extant form of Irish Traditional singing which will be explored in the context of its relationship to the work of ANÚNA and McGlynn's compositions.

Over the past quarter century, Anúna has gained international recognition as one of the world's most original choral ensembles. It is renowned for its mesmerising sound and atmospheric stage performances using specific and effective techniques that are applicable to singers of all levels, conductors and which are of great interests to composers in this genre.
There will be a focus on the following topics :

• - Workshops dealing with the physicality of singing and the ANÚNA Method.
• - Advanced vocal & choral performance techniques
• - Practical experience in the pronunciation of the Irish language and Irish traditional singing techniques
• - Analysis and discussion of McGlynn's choral music
• - Participants will be involved in a public performance with Anúna in Dublin's beautiful St. Bartholomew's Church on Saturday 27th of June.