Workshop: Building Blocks of Musical Improv, Intro to Games and Songs
Schedule
Sat Feb 15 2025 at 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Baltimore Improv Group (BIG) | Baltimore, MD
About this Event
🎶 Building Blocks of Musical Improv: An Intro Workshop to Music, Games, and Songs 🎤🎉
Over the course of a three-hour workshop, you’ll explore different types of musical improv. It might seem intimidating at first, but it’s easier than you’d expect! 🎭 You’ll learn how to be more comfortable singing on the spot in front of others, how to play several short-form musical improv games, and how to improvise basic verses and choruses as part of a long-form musical improv format. 🎶🎤
💡 What to Expect
🎵 Find confidence singing on the spot
🎤 Play several fun, short-form musical improv games
🎶 Learn to improvise verses and choruses for long-form musical improv
New to musical improv or returning for more? Like any skill, it takes practice to keep sharp. This workshop is designed to help you strengthen your skills and get more practice in a fun, supportive environment., no experience needed! Whether you’ve tried improv before or have a little musical background, you’ll be surprised at how much fun you’ll have learning new skills in a laid-back, supportive space. 🎉
🗓 Details
📅 When: Saturday, February 15, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST
📍 Where: North Charles Street (location details upon booking)
💵 Cost: $10
👏 Facilitators: Casey Watts, Alex Roberts, and Brian Young
🎟 Limited Spots Available—book now to reserve your spot! ✨
What is Musical Improv?
Musical improv is a form of improv where participants create songs and music on the spot, usually based on a suggestion or a situation. It combines the freedom of improvisation with the creativity of music, allowing players to sing, create melodies, and make up lyrics as they go.
It's all about being playful, letting go of perfection, and enjoying the process of creating something new together, all in real-time!
Parking & Accessibility
- Garage across the street or ree street parking is available near the venue.
- Someone will greet you at the entrance before and shortly after the start. If you arrive late, message us on WhatsApp (link below), or try knocking, though we might be too loud to hear!
Stay Connected
- General chat: Join our WhatsApp group to ask questions or meet others before the jam.
- Volunteer opportunities: Join the volunteers chat to help with future events.
Baltimore Musical Improv wants to bring musical improv to anyone and everyone who is interested. Part of that mission involves hosting events where we can all just relax and play a whole bunch of musical improv games just for the fun of it.
We are a peer group of volunteers who love making fun events and sharing them with others. Our goal is to bring people together to enjoy musical improv, create new friendships, and play some silly, music-filled games.
What if I arrive late?
Someone from the group will wait outside at the entrance before (and a little after) the event starts to welcome you in. If you’re running late, you can message the group on WhatsApp (details below) and someone can let you in. Good old-fashioned knocking works too, though we might be too loud to hear it!
How do you ensure a safe and welcoming space?
Lastly, we prioritize the physical, artistic, and psychological safety of our community members, and recognize we all have a part in actively building a safe and supportive environment for every single person. We encourage you to report any feedback to Baltimore Improv Group via https://www.bigimprov.org/contact
Is this event for me?
Absolutely! Come join us for some low-stakes yet high-energy musical fun. We promise it will be an enjoyable time, whether you join in for tons of games or just a few. Let's enjoy a goofy, musical time with one another. Let’s jam!
Are there age restrictions?
All classes and workshops are for participants ages 18 and older, unless otherwise specified.
LocationBaltimore Improv Group (BIG)1727 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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