What we’re about
SD Circlesongs brings Circlesinging and Collaborative Vocal Improvisation (CVI) to the greater San Diego County. We offer Classes, Workshops, and Community Gatherings.
Pioneered by American vocalist, conductor, and composer Bobby McFerrin, Circlesongs is a form of collaborative singing where people come together to create spontaneous vocal improvisations, harmonies, rhythms, and melodies in a supportive group environment.
Build Confidence, Develop Musical Fluency, and Express Yourself through fun collaborative games and musical exercises that foster connection, collaboration, and self-development.
No previous musical or singing experience required!
You are invited to join us! Come and share You! Experience the joy of exploring your body and voice in a judgement-free environment. Play some games, have fun, challenge yourself trying something new, be willing to surprise yourself and grow, and leave energized and inspired, making new friends and building community along the way. Since Circlesongs is an improvised art, there's nothing to prepare, nothing to memorize, you just show up and play.
Featured event
SD Circlesongs & Gibberish Improv Choir at Expressive Arts!
Many of you have been asking for it and we're excited to finally offer you Circlesongs down in San Diego! We've teamed up with Tish Sjoberb of Expressive Arts and her Gibberish Improv Choir for a collaborative evening of spontaneous musical play and fun improv games to get you out of your head and into a state of flow, self-confidence, and creativity.
No musical experience necessary!
6:30PM to 8:00PM at Expressive Arts San Diego (32nd & Thorn). Please arrive ready to sing by 6:30.
In this All-Levels session, we will:
- Play fun games that foster connection, collaboration, listening, and presence
- Develop a musical vocabulary of Rhythm, Melody, and Harmony
- Learn how to explore and express your body and voice safely within an inclusive and supportive group environment.
- Participate in group facilitation and shared leadership models
- Learn conducting skills
- Discover how to improvise and create from a place of spontaneity
For more information, visit our website: sdcirclesongs.org and https://www.expressiveartssandiego.com
Cost:
- $10-$30 sliding scale via Venmo or Cash upon arrival. ($20 Suggested Contribution; No one turned away for lack of funds***)
***SD Circlesongs is made possible by sliding scale admission. Your contributions help us make this invaluable art form available to a diverse range of San Diego communities and to support our operating costs. We believe that singing together should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation, and as such, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If the ticket scale is beyond your means, you’re welcome to contribute whatever amount is feasible for you, or to reach out to us for volunteer opportunities or help.***
Who Should Attend:
- Creative individuals, singers, and musicians
- Improvisors
- Educators and group facilitators
- Wellness seekers interested in mindfulness and holistic activities
- Community-oriented individuals looking for new ways to connect
What to Bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- A water bottle
- Snacks (optional!)
About the Facilitators:
Bram Kaprow has been Circlesinging since 2019 when he traveled to the Omega Institute to study with Bobby McFerrin and a diverse team of incredible musicians from around the world. Since then he has continued to develop his singing and facilitation through leading groups of his own and studying directly with Circlesongschool faculty including long-time Voicestra members Rhiannon and Judi Vinar, as well as Roger Treece, and Música do Círculo in Brazil.
Tish McAllise Sjoberg
At my Expressive Arts Studio in the North Park area of San Diego I have a private practice where I see individuals, couples and families as well as facilitate workshops and groups to help people take a vacation from their daily life or deal with daily and major life issues like divorce, death, job loss, burnout, illness, trauma, and parenting challenges.
Additional Information:
We will learn to express our unique voices safely through supportive exercises that help us move through creative blocks and performance anxiety, as well as methods to support and facilitate the process for others. We will develop valuable musicianship skills, and play fun games that foster mindfulness, connection, and presence.
Invitational Participation
Circlesongs is a collaborative and participatory activity and you will be invited to play games, connect with others, sing and make music with us.
We treat every activity as an Invitation - participate when it feels good, take a step back to watch if you need a break, or take a seat, close your eyes and listen to experience the music from another perspective.
We encourage our participants to set their own boundaries, honor their "No's" and engage at a pace and level that is appropriate for them.
Media Consent
To help our community grow and get the word out about Circlesongs, we share photos and videos of our events on our website and social media. By attending, you agree to be included in these photos and videos. If you have any questions or concerns, please email or chat with us in person before we sing.
Health
Let's do our part together to keep our community healthy. If you are experiencing cold symptoms or have recently been exposed, please consider staying home.
Curious to learn more about Circlesongs? Check out our website for upcoming events and classes:
San Diego Circlesongs
Instagram: sdcirclesongs
Facebook: sdcirclesongs
🎶 We look forward to singing with you! 🎶
Upcoming events
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SD Circlesongs & Gibberish Improv Choir at Expressive Arts!
Expressive Arts Gallery , 3201 Thorn St., San Diego, CA, USMany of you have been asking for it and we're excited to finally offer you Circlesongs down in San Diego! We've teamed up with Tish Sjoberb of Expressive Arts and her Gibberish Improv Choir for a collaborative evening of spontaneous musical play and fun improv games to get you out of your head and into a state of flow, self-confidence, and creativity.
No musical experience necessary!
6:30PM to 8:00PM at Expressive Arts San Diego (32nd & Thorn). Please arrive ready to sing by 6:30.
In this All-Levels session, we will:
- Play fun games that foster connection, collaboration, listening, and presence
- Develop a musical vocabulary of Rhythm, Melody, and Harmony
- Learn how to explore and express your body and voice safely within an inclusive and supportive group environment.
- Participate in group facilitation and shared leadership models
- Learn conducting skills
- Discover how to improvise and create from a place of spontaneity
For more information, visit our website: sdcirclesongs.org and https://www.expressiveartssandiego.com
Cost:
- $10-$30 sliding scale via Venmo or Cash upon arrival. ($20 Suggested Contribution; No one turned away for lack of funds***)
***SD Circlesongs is made possible by sliding scale admission. Your contributions help us make this invaluable art form available to a diverse range of San Diego communities and to support our operating costs. We believe that singing together should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation, and as such, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If the ticket scale is beyond your means, you’re welcome to contribute whatever amount is feasible for you, or to reach out to us for volunteer opportunities or help.***
Who Should Attend:
- Creative individuals, singers, and musicians
- Improvisors
- Educators and group facilitators
- Wellness seekers interested in mindfulness and holistic activities
- Community-oriented individuals looking for new ways to connect
What to Bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- A water bottle
- Snacks (optional!)
About the Facilitators:
Bram Kaprow has been Circlesinging since 2019 when he traveled to the Omega Institute to study with Bobby McFerrin and a diverse team of incredible musicians from around the world. Since then he has continued to develop his singing and facilitation through leading groups of his own and studying directly with Circlesongschool faculty including long-time Voicestra members Rhiannon and Judi Vinar, as well as Roger Treece, and Música do Círculo in Brazil.
Tish McAllise Sjoberg
At my Expressive Arts Studio in the North Park area of San Diego I have a private practice where I see individuals, couples and families as well as facilitate workshops and groups to help people take a vacation from their daily life or deal with daily and major life issues like divorce, death, job loss, burnout, illness, trauma, and parenting challenges.Additional Information:
We will learn to express our unique voices safely through supportive exercises that help us move through creative blocks and performance anxiety, as well as methods to support and facilitate the process for others. We will develop valuable musicianship skills, and play fun games that foster mindfulness, connection, and presence.
Invitational Participation
Circlesongs is a collaborative and participatory activity and you will be invited to play games, connect with others, sing and make music with us.
We treat every activity as an Invitation - participate when it feels good, take a step back to watch if you need a break, or take a seat, close your eyes and listen to experience the music from another perspective.
We encourage our participants to set their own boundaries, honor their "No's" and engage at a pace and level that is appropriate for them.Media Consent
To help our community grow and get the word out about Circlesongs, we share photos and videos of our events on our website and social media. By attending, you agree to be included in these photos and videos. If you have any questions or concerns, please email or chat with us in person before we sing.
Health
Let's do our part together to keep our community healthy. If you are experiencing cold symptoms or have recently been exposed, please consider staying home.
Curious to learn more about Circlesongs? Check out our website for upcoming events and classes:
San Diego Circlesongs
Instagram: sdcirclesongs
Facebook: sdcirclesongs🎶 We look forward to singing with you! 🎶
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