Laurie Amat – workshop (USA)
"Listen to the Silence" - Voice, Body and Improvisation
Listen to the Silence is a 2 day (19–20 Nov)vocal exploration laboratory. We will work on techniques and exercises for developing basic vocal use, integration of voice into body and developing listening techniques for solo and group improvisation.
We will first work with basic warm-up techniques to strengthen breathing, posture and body attitude, loosening our muscles in order to allow full opening of the voice.
Once we are warmed up, we will explore movement of the voice within the body, recognition of sensation and the sensuous pleasure of sound and physical movement.
Our improvisation work will range from solo improvisation to small and large group work. We will expand our perspectives, making only sound and making only silence, learning the importance of space, and the surrendering of ego in order to sing truth.
We’ll play with our bodies and voices to free ourselves from self-consciousness and create our own personal tools to enable freedom of expression.
Although I believe vocal technique is essential, I take a sensual, visceral and instinctive approach to vocal expression, and will provide a low pressure and supportive environment to encourage each of you find your individual voice.
When we choose to sing, we become open, vulnerable and at the same time brave and powerful. We are Warriors.
Laurie Amat
Registration is closed.
Registration for the workshop should be sent no later than 13 Nov to uni@unijazz.cz
(limited capacity, 3–4 hours a day, start will be specify in time)