Feb. 15-17, NYC an introductory workshop to Libero Canto: The Path to Free Singing

This February 15th through 17th, singers Deborah Carmichael and Kinga Cserjési will offer a three-day workshop to give participants a thorough introduction to the Libero Canto Approach. The workshop includes individual singing lessons, musical work, and sessions in listening to historical and contemporary vocal recordings, and will be held at the Rudolf Steiner School, 15 E. 78th Street in New York City. The cost is $200, and space is limited to 8 singers.

To apply, or for more information, email [email protected] by February 1st with a short statement about your musical background and why you are interested in the workshop. You may also be asked to provide a recording. All vocal types are welcome. Those who would like to experience the Libero Canto Approach prior to the workshop are invited to take a free introductory lesson with Kinga Cserjési.

Moreover, for those who apply for the workshop by January 18, a 20% discount ($160) will be offered if accepted. (Additional financial assistance may be available upon request – please contact [email protected] by January 18.)


Singers Deborah Carmichael and Kinga Cserjési

Using Early Italian arias and ensemble pieces, the workshop is designed to give participants a thorough introduction to the Libero Canto approach: a way of teaching singing that leads to freedom and naturalness of vocal expression. It is not a method or specialized technique, rather a process and attitude toward singing and music making.

A central idea of Libero Canto is that the release of excess physical tension and force allows the body to become genuinely responsive to the singer’s musical feeling and imagination, thereby giving singing the spontaneity and vitality of true expression. (The name ‘Libero Canto’ comes from “la via al libero canto,” the path to free singing. This approach was originated by Lajos Szamosi in Budapest before the Second World War.)


SCHEDULE (subject to change) 
* Friday, Feb. 15
5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Introduction and listening session

* Saturday, Feb. 16
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Individual lessons (auditing encouraged);
2:30 – 6:30 p.m. Musical work and listening session (all present)

* Sunday, Feb. 17
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Individual lessons (auditing encouraged);
4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Musical work and conclusion (all present)


for more information, please visit liberocanto.com