What we’re about
This group is for anyone who wants to explore singing, sound, and harmonics in a spontaneous, playful, healing way. We offer a safe, supportive, judgement-free zone to explore the full expression of our creative voices and feel the power of group singing. We have four primary expressions of group singing:
• Circle Singing, an orally-led, improvisational group singing experience, based on the work of Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators.
• Vocal Meditation, a contemplative singing practice utilizing toning, chanting, soul-singing, and deep listening.
• Spontaneous A Cappella, a small-group improvisational practice wherein we create improvised songs together, without a leader. A deeper dive into improvisational singing.
What we do in every group: We have fun with our voices in a way that stimulates and strengthens the parts of our brains that foster relaxation, creativity, playfulness, and self-expression. We take inspiration from techniques developed by Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon, Christa Ray, Paul Newham, Sylvia Nakkach, Laurel Elizabeth Keyes, Jonathan Goldman and others.
Who should join: Singers, non-singers, “closet” singers, shower singers, car singers, karaoke singers, kirtan singers, choir singers — anyone who wants to free their voice and open their mind for greater self-expression and creativity.
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Upcoming events (2)
See all- Circle Singing in the Labyrinth - BoulderFirst United Methodist Church Boulder Co , Boulder, CO
Join us for a night (or three) of Circle Singing in the beautiful energy and resonance of the Labyrinth at Boulder's First United Methodist Church.
Pre-registration is required. To register, visit https://voicecirclecolorado.com/boulder-registration
Circle Singing is a community singing and sounding practice, spontaneous and evolving — like a drum circle for voices.
Based on practices developed by Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators, Circle Singing is a supportive, judgment-free space to play with your voice in community with others. Leaders create songs in the moment — patterns, rhythms, melodies, harmonies, recognizable words, or invented language — and teach the parts aurally to the group. Parts layer together into completely original compositions, flowing from one song to the next. Each song is a unique creation, never sung before, never to be sung again.
It's a very organic, playful, community singing experience. All voices are welcome!These evenings are a deep-dive into the practice of Circle Singing, an experience of spontaneous creativity, collaboration and community.
To foster the cohesive, community atmosphere that makes Circle Singing so powerful, we encourage singers to sign up for an entire series of three sessions, though two-night and single-night options are also available.What: Circle Singing in the Labyrinth
When: Thursdays, May 8, June 12, July 10
Time: 7:00 — 8:45 p.m.
Where: First United Methodist Church of Boulder
Address: 1421 Spruce St, Boulder (map)PRICE: Three nights = $55; Two nights = $45; Single nights = $25 each
PLEASE PRE-REGISTER by visiting this link: https://voicecirclecolorado.com/boulder-registration
