What we’re about
Singers! Join us for monthly Circlesinging jams/workshops as we create heartful, soulful, spontaneous, improvised music. All experience levels are welcome!
We hold circles in two locations: Southampton, MA and Putney, VT. What connects them is the friendship of the two group organizers (Laurie and Paris) and the Connecticut River runs through both of the towns.
What is Circlesinging?
CircleSinging was developed as an art form by Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators, based on ancient musical traditions. It is a spontaneous, improvised community singing practice, like a drum circle for voices. Circle leaders facilitate the creation of songs using patterns, percussive sounds, rhythms, harmonies, melodies, and recognizable words or invented language. Out of the simplest musical idea, we build something beautiful, groovy, transcendent, ephemeral and completely original. The best part is, it’s all made up on the spot. You don’t need to know how to improvise to do CircleSinging; all you need to bring is your voice and the innate music that you carry in your mind and body.
Here is a great article about the CircleSinging community in Boston. Everything that they say in the article is 100% true for our circles, too!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Circlesinging/Vocal Improvisation Workshop and Potluck60 High St, Southampton, MA
Come, join in a circle and let's sing something totally new, totally improvised! Let's make joy and beauty and build community together!
What is CircleSinging?
CircleSinging was developed as an art form by Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators, based on ancient musical traditions. It is a spontaneous, improvised community singing practice, like a drum circle for voices. Circle leaders facilitate the creation of songs using patterns, percussive sounds, rhythms, harmonies, melodies, and recognizable words or invented language. Out of the simplest musical idea, we build something beautiful, groovy, transcendent, ephemeral and completely original. The best part is, it’s all made up on the spot.What you'll learn in this workshop: You will learn how to create a circle by improvising musical patterns that fit together; you'll learn how to improvise a solo line; you'll learn to stretch your comfort zone; you'll learn how to incorporate your own "personal language" into a song. You don’t need to know how to improvise to do CircleSinging; all you need to bring is your voice and the innate music that you carry in your mind and body.
READ HERE an article in the Christian Science Monitor about Circlesinging as it is run by my friends in Boston. (Ours is the same!)
There is a suggested donation of $20, cash or Venmo, but no one is turned away for lack of funds.
Stay for a potluck supper! So much about CircleSinging is about creating community through music, and I'd love to keep that feeling going with a post-song potluck. I will have beverages and a salad. Please bring something to share if you'd like to stay!
The location is the barn at 60 High Street in Southampton. Park on the street in front of the house and walk up the driveway. There are stairs to the space on the left side of the barn. The barn is, unfortunately, not wheelchair accessible.
- Long River CircleSingingPutney Friends Meeting, Putney, VT
Join us for a soulful and uplifting singing experience at Putney Friends Meeting in Putney, VT, USA. Immerse yourself in the joy of music as we gather in person to create magical harmonies together. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just love to belt out tunes in the shower, this event is for everyone! Discover the power of community singing and let your voice soar in a supportive and inclusive environment. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others through the universal language of music. Mark your calendar and get ready to sing your heart out at Long River CircleSinging!
Donations accepted Suggested $20, no one turned away due to lack of funds
New to Circlesinging? here is a link to a video! https://youtu.be/drRUixtyOZY - Long River CircleSingingPutney Friends Meeting, Putney, VT
Join us for a soulful and uplifting singing experience at Putney Friends Meeting in Putney, VT, USA. Immerse yourself in the joy of music as we gather in person to create magical harmonies together. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just love to belt out tunes in the shower, this event is for everyone! Discover the power of community singing and let your voice soar in a supportive and inclusive environment. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others through the universal language of music. Mark your calendar and get ready to sing your heart out at Long River CircleSinging!
Donations accepted Suggested $20, no one turned away due to lack of funds
New to Circlesinging? here is a link to a video! https://youtu.be/drRUixtyOZY - Long River CircleSingingPutney Friends Meeting, Putney, VT
Join us for a soulful and uplifting singing experience at Putney Friends Meeting in Putney, VT, USA. Immerse yourself in the joy of music as we gather in person to create magical harmonies together. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just love to belt out tunes in the shower, this event is for everyone! Discover the power of community singing and let your voice soar in a supportive and inclusive environment. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others through the universal language of music. Mark your calendar and get ready to sing your heart out at Long River CircleSinging!
Donations accepted Suggested $20, no one turned away due to lack of funds
New to Circlesinging? here is a link to a video! https://youtu.be/drRUixtyOZY
