10th Camp DoReMi Europe (ONLY CAMPING AVAILABLE)
Shape Note Singing
Thursday 23rd to Sunday 26th July 2026
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Led by Michael Walker and a team of experienced singers and teachers, this weekend covers some of the finest music from the American shape note tradition, the oldest American a cappella harmony singing tradition. It uses a distinctive notation that makes it particularly easy to learn if you don’t read music. Its sound has been described as ‘hillbillies singing Renaissance music’. We focus on songs in The Christian Harmony: loaners will be available as well as books for sale. No previous musical or singing experience is necessary and we welcome everyone: children and adults, those who think they can’t sing (you can sing shape note music!), experienced singers and everyone in between. If you are new to singing or shape note music, we will provide extra teaching and support. We also have fun and fellowship, with music and singing continuing until late!
Due to the popularity of this event, room sharing is to be expected (if you would like to share with particular people, let the office know) and there will only be space in the community for those participating in the event.
Arrivals: from 3pm Thursday - first meal is dinner at 7pm
Departures: 3pm Sunday
Costs:
Adult Standard: £194 per person
Adult Benefactor: £236 per person
Adult Camping: £152 per person
Adult Camping (Benefactor): £194 per person
Student: £152 per person
(Student rate will require proof either by showing a valid Student Card or letter from your place of Education.)
If you are able to afford the Benefactor rate please consider paying as it helps to support the work of Othona and enables us to provide bursaries to those who otherwise struggle to afford to come. If you are a UK Tax Payer, please advise on the form if you are happy for us to claim Gift Aid. If you say yes, we then get a further 25% from the Government to help
We may be able to offer a bursary if needed. Please contact us to find out more.
East End Road
Bradwell-on-Sea
Essex
CM0 7PN
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