Touch/Screen - iPad Composition Workshop with Clare Johnston

This workshop will look at the iPad as an instrument, with a focus on the potential to be an inclusive instrument. Clare will talk about the background theory of accessible music-making and a practical workshop will introduce you to the iPad app Thumbjam and allow you time to explore the creative capabilities of the instrument in a group improvisation.

As a group, we will then play one of Clare’s compositions, written in a combination of conventional notation and graphic score (you don’t need experience of reading either) to create a unique performance. Equally suitable for both experienced and novice musicians.

In person at CCA, or online.

*Participants are asked to provide their own iPad with the Thumbjam app downloaded - but if attending in person we will have a number of iPads available for use. Please indicate this when booking.

Supported by CoMA, Drake Music Scotland, Arts Council England and Foyle Foundation.