Zagreb Jazz Workshop - Finding Your Sound

Name: Zagreb Jazz Workshop - Finding Your Sound
Start: 2025-01-03T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-01-06T20:00:00+01:00
Location: 9 Trg Žrtava Fašizma,Zagreb,10000,HR

Schedule

Fri, 03 Jan, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Mon, 06 Jan, 2025 at 08:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

9 Trg Žrtava Fašizma,Zagreb,10000,HR | Zagreb, GZ

ZAGREB JAZZ WORKSHOP
"Finding Your Sound: Interpretation and Improvisation for Singers" 5-Day Singing Workshop in Zagreb, Croatia | January 3-6, 2025
Unlock your vocal potential and discover your unique sound in this 5-day workshop designed for intermediate-level singers. "Finding Your Sound: Interpretation and Improvisation for Singers" will take you on a journey to master vocal interpretation and improvisational techniques, giving you the tools to elevate your performances and build confidence on stage.
Held from January 3-6, 2025 , in Zagreb, this immersive program combines 3-hour daily group sessions with individual coaching tailored to your voice. Over the course of the workshop, you'll prepare a song for a final showcase performance and take part in a jam session , applying the skills you've learned in a live setting.
Workshop Highlights :
- Daily Group Sessions (3h/day) : Develop your vocal technique, emotional interpretation, and improvisation through hands-on exercises and guided practice.
- Private Lessons : 2 x 30-minute one-on-one coaching sessions with Maja Savic, focusing on song interpretation and refining your vocal technique.
- Final Showcase : Perform 1 song at the end of the workshop in a supportive and encouraging setting.
- Jam Session : After the showcase, participate in a jam session where you can apply your improvisational skills and enjoy spontaneous performances.
- Workbook & Audio Exercises : Continue your learning with a workbook and audio exercises designed to support your vocal growth after the workshop.
Provisional Program Overview :
Day 1: Vocal Awareness & Interpretation
Focus : Build foundational vocal techniques and explore emotional connection to your song.
-Warm-ups focusing on breath control, tone, and resonance.
-Group exercises to explore storytelling through singing.
-Song selection and emotional breakdown for the final showcase.
Day 2: Personalizing Your Song
Focus : Develop dynamic control, phrasing, and emotional delivery in your performance.
-Advanced exercises to refine vocal expression and tone.
-First 30-minute private lesson to dive into your chosen song and vocal technique. (the schedule for the lessons will be planned on the 1st day)
Day 3: Vocal Improvisation & Creative Expression
Focus : Explore vocal improvisation techniques and creative freedom.
-Learn improvisational techniques like riffs, runs, and scat singing.
-Group improvisation to build confidence and vocal creativity.
-Preparing for the jam session—understanding how to collaborate and shine in a live setting.
Day 4: Performance Confidence & Stage Presence
Focus : Fine-tune your performance skills and build stage confidence.
-Techniques to manage stage fright and engage the audience.
-Rehearse and polish your song for the final showcase.
-Second 30-minute private lesson to perfect your interpretation and vocal style.
Day 5: Showcase & Jam Session
Focus : Perform and apply your skills in a live performance and jam session.
- Full rehearsal and last-minute adjustments before the showcase.
- Final Showcase : Each participant performs 1 song, showcasing their interpretation and improvisational skills.
- Jam Session : A fun, collaborative experience where you apply what you've learned, improvise, and sing alongside your peers.
Venue & Schedule :
- Location : Music School Pavao Markovac & Elementary School Silvije Strahimir Kranjčević, Zagreb, Croatia.
- Time : Daily sessions from 17:00 to 20:00.
Fee :
- €220 per participant. This includes all group sessions, 2 x 30-minute private lessons, workbook, audio exercises, and participation in the final showcase and jam session.
Registration:
-Sign up here on the Eventbrite page (additional fees may be applied for Eventbrite platform)
-Bank transfer: OSNOVNA GLAZBENA ŠKOLA BRAČ Trg Hrvatskog skupa 10, 21412 Pučišća, otok Brač, HRVATSKA IBAN CODE: HR3023600001102161457 SWIFT CODE: ZABA HR2X
-Cash on arrival (please make sure to sign up either way)
Accommodation :
The organizers don't provide accommodation, but we can give recommendations. We like to let our participants choose where they'd like to stay according to their budget and preferences.
Travel :
The workshop destination is in Zagreb, Croatia so plan your trip accordingly.
Contact info: [email protected]