River's Edge "Sing Your Heart Out" Vocal Retreat
August 4-7 & August 14-17, 2022
Featuring: Barbara Leah Meyer
Designed for singers of all levels, songwriters, actors & musicians
Take Your Singing to the Next LevelThe River’s Edge “Sing Your Heart Out” vocal retreat offers private vocal coaching, group master classes, performance opportunities, guided canyon and nature hikes, and a unique blend of yoga, wellness and meditation experiences, live music & much more.Individual one-on-one voice coaching will focus on: • vocal technique and the breath • grounding and freeing the voice • exploring vocal range, tone quality and colour • vocal exercises and warm ups • “workshopping” and preparing your song for performance Group masterclasses will focus on: • “How it all works”: breath support, vocal technique, articulation, phrasing, resonance, dynamics • discovering the body-breath connection • artistry and interpretation • choosing songs and making a cover song your own • exploring genres, feels and tempos • choosing the best key • song arrangement • working with an accompanist vs singing with tracks • self-accompaniment • song preparation for performance • microphone technique and PA basics • performance tips and tricks Performance Opportunity: Participants will prepare one or more solo songs for a performance during the retreat. We may also prepare a group song with simple harmonies. Participants will practice performing for one another, will rehearse together and then, for those who wish, will take part in a “public performance” for REO guests and staff. Please bring a lead sheet for a song (s) you would like to work on/ perform or choose one from the list which will be sent to you after your retreat registration. |
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Barbara Leah Meyer
Vocalist, pianist, educator, songwriter and recording artist Barbara Leah Meyer has been a dynamic member of the Canadian and European music scenes for many years. She has entertained a variety of audiences across Canada and throughout Europe, Scandinavia, Japan and the Middle East as a solo artist, in ensembles and as a guest vocalist with big bands and symphony orchestras. |
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| Absolutely Incredible and Inspiring Experience! ★★★★★ “I can't say enough about how amazing the retreat was at REO. So much talent and creativity. Fantastic people singing together everyday in the most gorgeous setting you could imagine!” |
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Rates: 4-Day/3-Night Retreat
All prices are per person all-inclusive of master classes, one-on-one sessions, all meals, lodging, resort amenities, daily yoga, guided hike, daily social hours, and more. Sale ends July 15, 2022. Groups = How many people in one tent.
Groups of 4 Glamping
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| $1150 | $899 |
Groups of 3 Glamping
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| $1250 | $999 |
Groups of 2 Glamping
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$1450 |
$1249 |
Single Occupancy (Private Glamping)
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$1650 |
$1449 |
Shared Tent (Private Bed in 3/4 share)
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Sale |
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$1250 |
$999 |
Camping/Own Tent & Students
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$950 |
$849 |
Fine Print
Call 604-307-3122 or email Bryan For Reservations: bryan@reorafting.com |
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Retreat Information
Airport ShuttleREO offers an optional shuttle roundtrip shuttle from YXX Abbotsford airport to REO for $160 pp based on min 2; From Vancouver, options include ride shares, car rentals and eBus to Hope BC + REO shuttle from Hope to REO. |
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Ride Shares / Car RentalsWe will try to arrange car share rides with other songwriters when possible. Car rentals from the Vancouver airport YVR and Abbotsford airport (YXX) are available from $280 CAD for a 4 day rental. |
Retreat Start TimeCheck in begins at 4 pm on Sunday July 24 or Aug 21. Our keynote presentation begins at 5:30 pm. All meals are included in your retreat package from Sunday dinner to Wednesday breakfast. Complimentary social hours start daily at 6:30 pm |
End time & DepartureOur final session is on Wed July 20 or August 10 from 9:30-10:45 am. Check out time is 11 am, except for those that are catching the 10:30 shuttle to Hope BC to connect with the bus ride to Vancouver. Airport shuttle times to YXX subject to availability & numbers. |
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Pre and Post Retreat ExtensionsA retreat extension is a popular add-on to enjoy our beautiful wilderness resort. Great for long-haul travellers to unwind before or after. Rates start at $249 CAD pp per night with lodging and 2 meals. Please call for details on all of our amazing pre and post-retreat package options.
Resort & Retreat OrganizerBryan Fogelman has organized and hosted the REO retreats for the past 20 years and has learned from many of the best songwriting mentors in the world. Bryan started Blue Crush Music Ltd as an artist development company. In addition to his own songs, Bryan is writing and producing songs with artists and producers in Sweden, the US, Australia and Canada.
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