Breathe Shallow
Here’s one of our recent recordings! This one was recorded on the 29th April at The Workshop.
performances
The Reclaimers Street Orchestra performs quite regularly at local venues around Brisbane. All of the instruments that appear in The Street Orchestra have been hand made, and often have been made by the person playing them! The Street Orchestra plays...
performancesMonday was a busy morning in the workshop with the arrival of some new members and the return of some of the more regular members. I made a small amount of progress on the instrument I am working on and also had the opportunity to play some music with...
rehearsalHere’s another post about more rehearsals. Rehearsing for the Woodford Demo CD, rehearsing for Homeless Connect. There’s lots of practicing going on…but this post is really just a test post to check the layout.
rehearsal
Being part of The Reclaimers is a growing experience. At first, all I had was a desire to make a guitar. I had no musical experience but I could use tools to make things. I thought I could make an instrument but I didn’t know what to do with it. Charles...
Personal StoriesSome people might want to share stories about their personal background, where they’re coming from, and where they’re going. Everyone has a unique story to share, and everyone has unique goals that they hope to achieve. Under the ‘Personal...
Personal StoriesWe’re currently looking for fresh new talent to join us in The Street Orchestra. People from all different backgrounds, and different levels of musical ability, are welcome to apply!
Recruitment
Here’s an exercise to try at home! For cello, violin, viola: Try to hold a single note as long as you can, and maintain a steady sound, without changing the direction of the bow. How slow can you go? Even try timing yourself, and post your times...
PracticeHere is a place to write about some practice exercises. What songs have you been practicing this week? What notes have you been practicing? What chords? What technique have you been focusing on? What exercises would you recommend for other people?
Practice
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