Brian Farrell

"As a music mentor, I truly value Brian's comments, criticisms, and opinions on anything and everything I work on in my professional music career."

Ashwin Sood
Musician

"Brian Farrell teaches students what passion means. He is extremely dedicated and gifted, and has a unique ability to bring the best out of the people that he works with."

Paul Brandt
Country Music Singer/Songwriter

"Brian Farrell's passion for life is contagious. It is simply no coincidence that his students have gone on to excel at the highest level of the music industry and all walks of life."

Raghav
Singer/Songwriter

"It is my absolute honour to be working with Brian who has been such a positive influence for my career. I'm having the time of my life!"

Lindsay Ell
Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter



Welcome Singers!

Welcome Singers

It is important to develop each singer's signature sound. Every singer is different and should be coached as a "unique" artist.

Whether you sing professionally, in an ensemble, in church worship, in recording sessions or for your own enjoyment, I believe each singer has a unique talent that can be tapped by understanding how to apply technique, style and personality to their voice.

With results comes confidence!

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CREATIVE CLASS

with Brian Farrell (B.Mus.A.(Hons.), B.Ed., M.A.) and

Neil MacGonigill (Indelible Music)

Series: Feb. 6, 20 and 27 @ 10 am - noon (100/series)


Feb.   6:  The Canadian Songbook: What is "the Canadian sound" and who are the artists that create that sound?

Feb. 20: Selection of songs for the Performance Workshop.

Feb. 27: Workshop for singers and songwriters with interactive   discussion.


CREATIVE CLASS is a creative environment for artists, singers, songwriters, performers and others who enjoy music.

Interactive discussion, viewing vintage video, listening to a variety of music styles and delving into some of the most compelling contributions to the current state of music are at the forefront of the Creative Class learning experience. Classes are hands on and highly interactive.

Neil MacGonigill is a pivotal player on the Canadian music scene who founded the Canadian record label "Indelible Music". He is highly respected in the music industry and has been influential in the careers of some of Canada's finest talents. Artists who have worked with MacGonigill include legends: Ian Tyson, Billy Cowsill and K.D. Lang as well as artists: Jann Arden, Paul Brandt, Anne Loree, Steve Pineo, Beautiful Joe, Beautiful Dreamers, Karla Anderson, Joe Nolan and Chip Taylor ("Wild Thing" and "Angel in the Morning").

Brian Farrell has taught many successful arts professionals by encouraging strong connections between the arts, the marketplace and life. He is a vocal coach, conductor and artistic mentor. Past coaching and consultations include musicians/songwriters: Paul Brandt, Raghav, Lindsay Ell, Kalan Porter, Ashwin Sood, Sarah McLachlan, Jann Arden, Steve Pineo, Anne Loree, Denis Grady, Bob Halligan, Jason Carter, Pierce Pettis and Jeff Lillico.

Local artist Lindsay Ell is a long-time student of Farrell’s adds, “Brian teaches singer/songwriters to seek the intent behind any piece of music, and develops a way to help the singer communicate that intent through performance.” Ashwin Sood, producer, principal talent scout with Nettwerk and musician, says, “Brian Farrell is one of the main reasons I am a musician today. He taught me everything there is to know about using your ears, and really listening to melody, harmony, and understanding lyrics.”



VOCAL COACHING

Singers who were recently coached by Brian Farrell:

  • currently attend Berkelee School of Music in Boston
  • currently attend musical theatre and theatre schools in New York
  • currently attend the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts in the UK
  • currently attend Belmont University Business of Music in Nashville
  • recorded their music in professional recording studios in Nashville, Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto
  • performed in Juno events in Calgary and Vancouver, Junofest and Calgary Music Lives Here events
  • performed in the 2009 Grey Cup festivities in Calgary, CBC television taping for U22 in Edmonton, Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose, the Edmonton Folk Festival, the Stampede Youth Talent Contest, Canadian Idol, Sled Island, the Bragg Creek Festival, the Canadian Country Music Awards in Winnipeg, numerous Alberta venues, local and national contests and Alberta festivals.
  • finalists in the Calgary Folk Festival Songwriting Competition and the North American Country Music Association's International Competition in Nashville
  • shared their talents in music songwriting sessions with prolific Canadian and American singer/songwriters
  • opened for major Canadian and US performers
  • AND participated in the newly established Creative Class where singer/songwriters can share their music and learn more about the new business of music.
To book a vocal coaching/consultation session email: brian@brianfarrell.ca
or call: 403-239-3547


Upcoming Events

CREATIVE CLASS with MacGonigill and Farrell


Three part series


Sat. Feb. 6, 20 and 27

10 AM - noon


A close look at the music
of Canadian songwriters culminating in a final workshop of your chosen songs. We'll view songwriter performances, rehearse charts, songwrite and share ideas.

(See details on left of page)

The Bissett School of Business EB 2122

Mount Royal University

$100/series, $40 per class


Free parking in the UFA lot -east side of Mount Royal


Please enroll by email

Email: brian@brianfarrell.ca



Upcoming Performances

REVV52 in Concert with Jimmy Rankin and Meaghan Smith

CANADIAN ARTISTS FESTIVAL


Singer/Songwriter Meaghan Smith has recently toured with KD Lang, Chantal Kreviazuk and Ron Sexsmith.  Artist Jimmy Rankin is a member of the famed Rankin Family and is currently working on his fourth solo album.
Artistic direction by Brian Farrell

May 14  Meaghan Smith  May 15  Jimmy Rankin


Grace Presbyterian

Calgary, Alberta


see www.revv52.com



Recent Events

REVV52 in Concert

SONOCHROMATIC:

The Colour of Sound




One of our biggest shows - this will be an experience! Includes the songs "Hallelujah", "Man in the Mirror", "God Only Knows", "Africa" and the music of Bobby McFerrin. Artistic direction by Brian Farrell and produced by actor/producer Doug McKeag.

Fri. Jan. 22, 2010, 8pm


First Alliance

12345 40 St. SE

Calgary, Alberta


see www.revv52.com


Land's End Chamber Ensemble

with Onalea Gilbertson, Doug McKeag, Elizabeth Stepkowski Tarhan, The Drop-In Centre Singers and REVV52 ensemble directed by Brian Farrell


TWO BIT OPER EH? SHUN




An Oratorio about homelessness
by Onalea Gilbertson
and Marcel Bergmann

WORLD PREMIERE

Sat., Jan. 16, 2010, 7:30pm


Grace Presbyterian Church

1009 15th Ave. SW

Calgary, Alberta


Tickets: www.hprodeo.ca


CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS:

A SHOWCASE OF NEW SINGER/SONGWRITERS


Singer/Songwriters Cole Hruska, Maddie Duke, Heather Cole, Susie Forsyth, Chris Sandvoss, Lauren Mayell, Mike Hanes perform at Calgary's best live music venue - the Ironwood Stage and Grill.
Hosted by Brian Farrell.

Sun. Dec. 6, 2 PM


Ironwood Stage and Grill 1429 9th Ave. SE, Calgary


Tickets $15 at the door.


CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS:

A SHOWCASE OF NEW SINGER/SONGWRITERS


A performance of new singer/songwriters at Calgary's best live music venue - the Ironwood Stage and Grill. Hosted by Brian Farrell.

Sun. Oct. 18, 2 PM


Ironwood Stage and Grill 1429 9th Ave. SE, Calgary


Tickets $15 at the door.


CREATIVE CLASS with MacGonigill and Farrell


Sat. Oct.17,24, Nov.7,14,21

10 AM - noon


An interactive and creative environment for artists, singers, songwriters, performers and those who enjoy music.
Oct. 24: Special Guest: recording artist Raghav. Bring in your material and the songs you listen to. We'll view video samples of great songs by great artists.
Nov. 7: Performance Tips with guest Kit Johnson who has performed, recorded and toured with some of Canada's top musicians.
Nov. 14: "O Canada: the Canadian Sound"
Listening, viewing and interacting.

Nov. 21: Stage Presence, Stage Banter and Knowing Your Audience

The Bissett School of Business EB 2136

Mount Royal University

$40 per class

Register at the door.


Email brian@brianfarrell.ca


CREATIVE CLASS with MacGonigill and Farrell


The Singer/Songwriter

Sat. Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3

10 am - 12 noon


An interactive three part series for artists, singers, songwriters, performers and those who enjoy music.
Sept. 19: Making inexpensive recordings - a quality CD on a budget AND "Happenings in the industry driving us towards this."

Sept. 26: Music that defines YOU. Be your community. Weaving life into your music. Attach yourself to a genius.
Oct. 3: Seeing art with new eyes. Living inside a record. Training your ears to listen.


The Bissett School of Business EB 2136

Mount Royal University $100/series, $40 per class Register at the door.


Email brian@brianfarrell.ca


SUMMER VOCAL WORKSHOP (ages 9 - 14)

with Brian Farrell


Mon. Aug. 17 - Fri. Aug. 21

10 am - 12 noon


Learn about vocal production, technique, vocal styles and putting together a kickin' vocal group. Highly creative!

EB 2136

Bissett School of Business

Mount Royal Campus

Cost: $150


SUMMER VOCAL WORKSHOP

(15 years - Adult)

with Brian Farrell


Mon. Aug. 17 - Fri. Aug. 21

7 pm - 9 pm


Great songs and vocal charts, vocal technique, vocal styles and performance tips in a creative group setting. Inspiring music that continues to excite audiences. Highly creative!

EB 1028

Bissett School of Business

Mount Royal Campus

Cost: $150


Alberta Suzuki String Institute 2009

Musical Theatre


Mon. July 13 - Fri. July 17


Students will be tutored and inspired by master teachers in improving both technical skills and musical expression. Registrants will also have the opportunity to participate in enrichment classes, performances and recitals.


University of Calgary

Calgary, AB


www.cssasuzuki.com/ASSI2009/

Creative Class with MacGonigill & Farrell


Sat. Jun. 6, 13, 20, 27

10 am - 12 noon


INTERACTIVE!
"Interactive" series on the current state of music
JUNE 20:
INSIDE THE STUDIO
... the recording studio experience
JUNE 27:
Q & A with guest singer/songwriter Anne Loree, writer of the Jann Arden hit "Insensitive"


The Bissett School of Business EB 2136

Mount Royal Campus

$40 per class, $150/series


Email brian@brianfarrell.ca

or register at the door.


Creative Class Presents: A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters


Sun. Jun. 21, 2 pm


Featuring Alyssa McQuaid, Rachael Schroeder, Connor Richardson, Susie Forsyth, Tanya McMurray, Lauren Farrell, Michael Sullivan, Heather Cole, Chard Morrison, Karen Romanchuk, Keisza, James Slater
Hosted by Brian Farrell


Ironwood Stage and Grill

Tickets: $15

Call: 403-239-3547


REVV52 presents

SNAPSHOT!

music & life...life & music


Fri. May 29, Sat. May 30,

8 PM


Grace Presbyterian Church

Calgary, Alberta

see www.revv52.com


Annual Hope Conference for Parkinson's

Presenter


May 4 and 5, 2009

Fri. May 22, Sat. May 23


"Music and Your Voice"
An interactive look at how music positively affects lives.

The Carriage House Inn

Calgary, AB


Further Detail and Registration


Creative Class for

Creative Minds

with Brian Farrell


Sat. Apr. 18, 25

3 pm - 4 pm


Interactive and fun approach to music for 8-13 year olds. We'll sing, listen to music, watch music videos, talk about music, and learn about writing music. It's what we do in the Creative Class for adults but with a twist - it's for the young creative mind!

Bearspaw Studio

Calgary, Alberta

$40 per class,$75/series


Email brian@brianfarrell.ca to register or

call 403-239-3547


Art Exploration Workshop Rockyview School Div The Soul of Pop

with Brian Farrell


May 4 and 5, 2009


It's the music from bluesman Son House to the contemporary gospel of Kanye West. Blues through Jazz and R & B to Soul to Rock n' Roll and on to hip hop. It's all connected.

University of Calgary

Craigie Hall


Registration through Rockyview School Division


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