Make a Flute and Perform at Wicken Fen
WORKSHOP AT WICKEN FEN
Saturday 28 June & Sunday 29 June
Join flute player and maker Jan Hendrickse with sound artist Kathy Hinde to guide you through the process of making a flute from natural materials
In this workshop you will each make an overtone flute out of wood harvested from Wicken Fen. Versions of overtone flutes exist in many parts of the world from East Africa to Scandinavia. We will then collectively explore the way our instruments interact with the soundscape and landscape of Wicken Fen to develop a site-specific performance that will take place on 20th July. We will be learning how to use our instruments and to listen to each other and to the sounds of the Fen.
No previous experience is required for this workshop.
Recommend age 18+
By taking part in this workshop you are required to commit to ALL the dates below for rehearsing and performing as part of the Listen to the Voices of the Fen project.
Sunday 6 July - Full rehearsal at Wicken Fen 11am - 3pm Sunday 20 July - Rehearsal and Performance at Wicken Fen 11pm - 4pm The performance will be unique to location and to the people performing. The acoustic properties and sound signatures of the place will be an essential part of the sonic experience for the listeners.