Be comfortable, confident and original when you sing.

SCAT SINGING BASICS
Improvising in Songs

with Sarah M. Greer & Jennifer Parker

Monday, October 29th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm

Studio 200C • 2637 27th Avenue South • Minneapolis • 55406

Hello. We are Sarah and Jen.

We invite you to spend an evening with us beginning to scat sing and improvise. You will learn ideas that work for you and get voice-on experience trying them out.

This workshop provides a safe space to practice scat singing and improvising with experienced coaches and other supportive singers.

What will we do in this workshop?

In a word, practice. *smile*

More specifically, we will practice scatting to simple and standard songs, the blues and songs participants bring to help you unlock your spontaneous singer.

We will work individually and in ensemble to help you discover your own personal language and tools for scatting, story-telling and lyric improvisation. With a few simple ideas and exercises, you can breathe new life into your songs (even if you've been singing them for years).

What if I've never tried scat singing (improvising) before?

Then this workshop is the place to start!

We will begin with simple, fun ideas that you get improvising. Trust us – everyone has a personal and unique improv language. You just might not know or trust yours yet. *smile*

The key to scatting easily is to access and share your personal language and perspective. You have things to sing that no one else does.

How will learning to scat improve my singing?

One word = trust.

Improvising builds trust in your self, your voice and your abilities. When you trust your voice, you can release it and you are able to sing with freedom and confidence. “Mistakes” become opportunities (rather than train wrecks).

Even when you are not improvising in a performance, knowing you can improvise helps you to feel more connected to your songs, fellow players and audiences.

Improvising keeps us present and improves harmony and rhythm skills; counting bars and singing over changes; and develops vocal colors and technique.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is for singers who want to try scatting and improvising in songs and other standard forms.

It is suitable for adults and teens who like to sing, who are comfortable singing in a group setting and who have good rhythm and pitch skills and familiarity with song forms. Each singer will receive personal attention and feedback.

Do I need to bring anything?

You might want to bring a notebook, pen or pencil and water bottle with you. You are also welcome to bring a recorder. If you are signing up for personal coaching, please bring sheet music (or a lead sheet) for your song.

How do I register?

Just complete the form below to begin the registration process. After you enter your contact information, you will be sent to a page to submit your payment via PayPal.
(If you prefer to mail a check, please get in touch to register.)

Enrollment is limited to 12 singers.

Still have questions?

We are happy to answer your questions, please get in touch.

608-338-6840
sg@songtaneous.com

About Sarah M. Greer

sarah greer Sarah M. Greer is a vocalist, instructor and improviser who combines vocal improvisation, education and performance.

Sarah has studied for nearly a decade with master improviser Rhiannon and studied vocal improvisation in the US, Canada and in Europe. She loves performing and co-creating with other singers and instrumentalists. She is passionate about ending singing trauma and helping singers trust and enjoy their unique instruments.

Based in the Twin Cities, Sarah has “invented” music on local and international stages.

Get in touch: 608-338-6840 or sg@sarahmgreer.com.

About Jen Parker

Jennifer Parker head shot Jennifer Parker has taught at McNally Smith College of Music since 2008 as a vocal instructor and vocal jazz director. Her degrees include: M.M. Vocal Performance, Western Michigan University, and B.A. University of Wisconsin–Green Bay.

With her heart in education, Jennifer spends a great deal of time as a guest artist and clinician. Her professional highlights include directing the SSA Colorado All State Jazz Choir, the International Music Camp vocal jazz groups and adjudicating the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival.

About the Ivy Arts Building

The Ivy Arts Building is located just north of the Midtown Greenway in Southeast Minneapolis, in the Seward neighborhood. It is designed as an environment for artists and craftspeople to build and show their wares.

The Ivy Arts Building is accessible and offers (free) on-street parking.

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