Be comfortable, confident and original when you perform.

VOCAL IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP

with Sarah M. Greer

Sunday, December 4th from 1:00 to 5:00 pm

I invite you to spend an afternoon with me exploring and improving your voice and maybe even getting to know a little about yourself in the process! *smile*

This 4-hour workshop provides a safe space to practice and explore improvisation exercises and forms in a vibrant and supportive group of singers.

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We will work in pairs, quartets and in ensemble and touch on singing over changes, melodic embellishment and rhythmic phrasing as well as, personal language (scatting) story-telling and lyric improvisation (as time permits).

We will use images, our environment and our fellow singers to inspire and support our efforts to sing spontaneously.

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Never improvised before? Don’t worry; vocal improvisation is NOT about perfection (or repetition, for that matter *grin*). I start with the basics and we learn and explore together. You just need to bring your voice, a little bit of courage and a willingness to join in. (Oh and a water bottle is a good idea, too. *smile*)

This workshop is suitable for adult and teen singers who like to sing, who are comfortable singing in a group setting and who have basic rhythm and pitch skills. I give each singer personal attention and feedback.

How will learning to improvise 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.

Do I need to bring anything?

Please bring a notebook, pen or pencil and water bottle with you. You are also welcome to bring a recorder.

Beverages and light snacks will be provided.

How do I register?

Use the PayPal buttons below to pay online and reserve your space. Upon receiving your registration request, I will send you an email confirming your registration and providing directions.

This workshop will take place in a pet-free home in South Minneapolis so enrollment is limited to 14 singers.

Special Introductory Pricing

Yes! You can still register! Single registration price is $90.
Click the "buy now" button to reserve your spot.

Wait! Singing is meant to be shared!

*If you prefer to pay by check, please get in touch to register. Workshop registration will close Friday, December 2nd at 5:00 pm (CST)

Still have questions?

I am happy to answer your questions, please get in touch.

608-338-6840
sg@sarahmgreer.com

About Sarah M. Greer

sarah greer “I spent 2010 and 2011 in a deep study of vocal improvisation and the gifts have been many. I have witnessed my singing and performing open and expand. I feel confident and inspired in varied performance settings and that I can really “say what I mean” when I sing. Most important, my voice feels flexible and available. I want to share these gifts with other singers.” ~sg

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.