Soundpainting Level 1 - Intensive + Certification
A 5 day course with Claude Whipple, Walter Thompson, and François Jeanneau
Get the foundations of Soundpainting in five focused days, then step straight into certification and a public performance with the creator of the language.
Format & Faculty
Thu–Fri (Oct 26–28): Core training with Claude Whipple — fast-track Level 1 fundamentals (syntax, key signs, ensemble flow) with plenty of guided practice.
Sat–Sun (Oct 29–30): Certification weekend with Walter Thompson and François Jeanneau — coaching, Level 1 certification assessments, and public performance Sunday evening.
What you’ll gain
A solid, practical command of the Level 1 signs and syntax
Real-time ensemble experience (music focus; open to other disciplines)
Individual feedback from Walter & François
An opportunity to certify at Level 1 and perform publicly
Who it’s for
Musicians, conductors, educators, actors, dancers/performers new to Soundpainting or seeking a structured entry point. No prior experience with improvisation or Soundpainting required.
Practical info
Dates: Thu–Sun, October 26–30 2026, from 10AM to 5PM, public performance on Sunday 30th at 6PM
Venue:Le Pavillon de la Sirène, 20 Rue Dareau, 75014 Paris
Language: English (FR-friendly)
Certification: 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

