Soundpainting Level 1 Intensive + Certification (Paris)

With Walter Thompson, François Jeanneau and Claude Whipple

Deepen your Soundpainting practice: five focused days to expand your vocabulary, sharpen your composing, and certify at Level 2—capped with a public performance.

Format & Faculty

• Wed–Fri (Feb 25–27): Advanced training with Claude Whipple — fast L1 refresh, then L2 language skills, advanced composition concepts and ensemble work.

• Sat–Sun (Feb 28 – Mar 1): Certification weekend with Walter Thompson and François Jeanneau — coaching, Level 2 assessment, and a public showing.

What you’ll work on (L2 skillset)

• L1 refresh at tempo: syntax, vocabulary, posture, and general clarity.

• L2 music signs (Workbook 2 focus): drilled in isolation, then in real ensemble pieces.

• Compositional form: realtime decisions to serve the general form of a piece.

• Staying present: remaining open to whatever comes and making it yours. Not dropping the ball.

  Assessment focuses on

  Syntax accuracy • clarity while composing • listening & adaptation • form over 8–12 minutes • ensemble balance & musical result.

  Who it’s for (prereq)

  Performers/educators who are L1 certified or have equivalent experience and are comfortable with the Level 1 vocabulary.

  Practical info

  • Dates: Thu–Sun, October 23–26, 2025

  • Venue: Le Pavillon de la Sirène, 20 Rue Dareau, 75014 Paris

  • Language: English (FR-friendly)

  • Certification: Optional Level 1 assessment over the weekend

  • Funding: Organized with Realtime Music (Qualiopi-certified) — AFDAS and employer training budgets may cover institutional registrations

  • Places: Limited to ensure hands-on coaching