Highlights:
With stylized arrangements and spirited lyrics, Eric Dozier fuses African-American gospel and traditional spirituals with world rhythms into a musical elixir that the New York Times has called “...rousing.” Eric Dozier is a former arranger and musical director of the Harlem Gospel Choir whose latest album explores the fusion of Gospel music with Latin and other world music styles.

Course Description:
Weaving together a tapestry of recorded music, historical documentation, photographs, and live performance, Eric relates the rich history of this music and its function in preserving history, educating generations and healing the wounds of racial prejudice. Students examine the significance of Negro Spirituals as a form of social protest and a testament to social reform.

Objectives:
Students jump into history, aspects of praise and worship, vocal warm-up exercises, awareness: jaw & tongue, vocal freedom/relaxation, diction & pure vowel production, rhythm & tonality, breath control and music terminology.

Levels:
This intense and enjoyable Master Class is tailored to all skill-levels.

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