FAQs
What should I expect on the day?
In the session you will take part in some fun warm ups before exploring vocal exercises and songs that will improve your singing technique. The activity will last one hour (11am-12pm), and afterwards we will provide refreshments and a chance to socialise with other participants. All of our sessions are led by friendly professionals from our Opera North Education team.
Do I need to read music?
You do not need to read music for these sessions, and no previous singing experience is required.
Where is the session?
The session will take place in the Bramall Studio, located in the Howard Opera Centre, Opera North’s home in the centre of Leeds. The full address is: Howard Opera Centre, 8 Harrison Street, LS1 6PA.
The Howard Opera Centre is around a 10 minute walk from Leeds bus station and a 15 minute walk from Leeds train station. Buses to the centre also stop nearby on The Headrow, Vicar Lane and Boar Lane, all of which are within a 5-10 minute walk of the venue.
For the most up to date information on local bus and train times, please check WYMetro.
Please contact our Box Office or lifelearning@operanorth.co.uk if you have any queries on how to get here.
Do you offer other activities for adults?
We offer a range of activities for singers of all ages and experience levels, so you can pick as many activities as you like depending on your interests! Develop your skills further and explore a range of genres and styles in our Sing ONward sessions, or get dramatic in Sing ON Stage, a four-week course where you will semi-stage a classic opera chorus.
