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Explorathon: Medieval tongue-twisters: music and words in the Middle Ages

Would you like to try a new skill that not many people you know have ever tried Come to this workshop and learn to sing some medieval songs – in a friendly atmosphere as part of Explorathon 2023!

Explorathon: Medieval tongue-twisters: music and words in the Middle Ages

About Explorathon: Medieval tongue-twisters: music and words in the Middle Ages

You will also be able to find out about some of the least known aspects of medieval music – including tongue twisters, sung consonants and other special vocal effects.
No previous experience of medieval music, musical notation or singing necessary. Recommended for age 16+.

This workshop is part of the Explorathon festival, funded by the UKRI Horizon Europe Guarantee Fund (Ref: EP/X020762/1).

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