Transformational Vocal Workshops
Taught by Vernon Bush
VOICE CHURCH 2
Harmony & Improv
Have you always had trouble singing harmony?? In this second installment of the popular Reclaim Your Voice Funshop Series, Vernon's simple approach makes singing harmony fun and easy! It goes a bit deeper and builds on some of what is captured in the initial Reclaim Your Voice series. You will begin to learn the vocabulary of basic harmony and explore improvisation as it pertains to the your voice and body.
Every class builds with each session.
SATURDAY MORNINGS
SEPTEMBER 2013
(check back for exact dates / times)
@ STUDIO 204
in SAN FRANCISCO
3435 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Session One - "What and how are you listening?"
We start with singing in EVERY session of the funshop to build a sense of community. We'll explore all of the senses to discover how we really listen. We'll use very simple melodies to find how harmony is created and explore those basics in a way that's clear and understandable.
Session Two - "Breaking Down Getting it Right"
Breathing correctly is essential to powerful voice development. We'll explore those techniques along with fun ear training and singing exercies that continue to build one's confidence in singing harmonies.
Session Three - "Harmony & Improv Deconstructed"
The great jazz trumpeter Miles Davis once said, "Do not fear mistakes. There are none". We begin to explore the fear of "singing it wrong" and ultimately breakthrough what stops us from singing, all inside the power of very fun improvisational "circle" singing.
Session Four - "Sing A Song in Harmony"
We explore and discover how easy it is to sing harmony with others. Exercises in this session are used to continue building confidence and to help one not be so afraid to sing harmony ever again. This session also utilizes what has been taught in the all previous sessions.
PLEASE NOTE:
Studio 204 is located inside the building of 3435 Cesar Chavez (between Valencia & Mission Streets). The building sits right on the corner. If you look up on the building, you'll see signage in very large letters with the words "3435 ARMY". DIrectly under that signage is the front entrance. You must walk through the small parking lot, then around the printing store (on left) to get to the front door. Look on the door panel (left of entrance) and buzz 031 and announce yourself.
The parking lot is for tenants who live there so if you are coming via car, please use street parking.
Thank you.
Reclaim Your Voice! Through the Power of Gospel - 1
(September 2013-check back for exact dates / times)
There is an awesome power in our human voice and when blended with others, we become a "vocal community". This workshop uses the raw power and energy of gospel music to help you connect with your own source and style of singing. You'll be challenged in a way that helps you find and free your true voice naturally. In each session there is a hearty sing a-long as each session builds on the previous one. So, if you want to learn how to sing correctly or just want to gain confidence in your voice this workshop is for you! Quiet the conversations in your head that keep you from thinking that you can't sound good. Make the investment in hearing and feeling your own voice as joyful.
A willingness to sing is required.
All ages and levels are welcome and no experience is necessary
Session 1 - Getting to Know Your Voice - Find the beauty of your own voice, by listening and approaching it in a way you may have taken for granted.
Session 2 - Breathing & Relaxation - Discover the breathing power and energy of your voice.
Session 3 - Rhythm Inside Singing - Recognizing how rhythm effect both speaking and singing
Session 4 - Sing a Song - Singing your song with passion and joy!
TESTIMONIALS:
“His “Reclaim Your Voice” workshops are well structured and focused on exploration. You won’t find yourself figuring out the intricacies of “solfeg;” instead you are much more likely to find yourself laughing, crying and singing your way through spirituals that send tingles down your spine and into your soul.”
“Vernon has been a phenomenal teacher for me being able to open my voice and to sing from depths I never knew I had! His intuitive way of teaching makes it easy and fun to go deeper into what has been stopping me in the past from singing! Thank you Vernon!”
“What a rollercoaster of a truly in-depth exploration of my voice. This wasn’t just about how to sing better, but how to go past the small fears that stop me in life. What a great teacher & coach you are!!”
“Vernon’s class was awesome!!”