Claim your birthright, and step into the joy of singing! Whether you’re a “non-singer” who wants to learn, or a more experienced singer who would like to delve deeper into the magic of your own voice, this weekend retreat/workshop is for you!

• If you can talk you can sing! — yes, EVEN YOU!!

• Learn singing skills in a way that’s supportive, comfortable & fun

• Discover or re-discover your unique voice

• Feel the sound of your own voice in a whole new way

• Experience the profound joy of singing in a supportive group

• Become more confident – experience some singing success!

• Empower yourself by doing things you didn’t think you could!

• Tap into the essence of YOU through the vibration and power of your voice.

• Take home new skills & tools to continue the journey!

“I finally found a place where I could feel comfortable enough to explore my own sound and dare to start singing. I looked for a long time but couldn’t find anything else like this — I’m thrilled and feel so inspired!”
– JBS, A Workshop Participant

“I really surprised myself, in many ways. I had a wonderful time and came away with more confidence than I felt possible!”
– A Workshop Participant

Through a combination of games, improvisation and simple songs from around the world we’ll explore different aspects of the voice.

Did you know that adults & teens can learn to sing in much the same way a child learns language — through immersion and play?! 

In that spirit, we’ll…

• Create a space of non-judgement, and replace the “cringe,” with curiosity!

• Make all kinds of crazy sounds and noises — just to discover what we’ve got!

• Learn to listen differently and more deeply.

• Discover the joy of boldly singing with other people!

• Dig into different learning styles, discovering YOUR best inroads to music learning.

• Discuss the basics of music theory, so you’ll understand more about how songs work.

• Sing familiar songs and learn new ones!

We’ll create a tool kit of accessible techniques for you to take home and use as you develop your skills. Discover the joy of your unique voice and let go of that old idea that singing isn’t for you!

“I joined this program and ended up in a musical. Just sign up and don’t look back. The water is warm once you get in.”
– Keith, Singing Student & Member of the Fearless Singers Playground

You’ll come away with…

• A method for how to approach and learn songs

• A deeper sense of relaxation, relief, understanding, and connection to singing and music in general

• A community of non-judgmental singers who understand and support you in your journey

• An understanding of basic music theory as it applies to singing

• Strategies for bringing singing into your life

• A big ol’ folder full of song sheets — the beginnings of your new repertoire!

• More clarity about your goals and how to reach them!

• A clear sense of the whys and hows of breathing for singing

• New confidence about singing high notes

• Techniques for keeping your throat relaxed and your sound open

• Methods for dealing with “vocal surprises” and vocal “break”

• Newfound confidence and enthusiasm for singing — you’ll have the tools you need to start making your singing dreams come true!

“Nancy has helped me along the journey of bringing what I hear inside my head into the world. She brings a patience and a kindness to her process that focuses on joy and emphasizes the pleasure of singing. She has helped me replace my perceptions of singing failure with success, and anxiety with relaxation.”
– Chris, Singing Student

Never the same workshop twice!

• I design each workshop around who is in the room to meet YOUR needs and wants

• Familiar ideas and practices are experienced completely differently as you grow and develop as a singer. Even the same material presents new learning opportunities because as you grow YOU are different.

• In music and singing, repetition is good! Repetition brings you deeper and allows for epiphanies that can only happen when revisiting familiar concepts and practices. I often hear students say, “I hear you say this all the time, but NOW I really get it!”

“Nancy seems to have an endless basket of teaching tools and they were all enjoyable. I especially liked moving, scatting and adding rhythm-making to our singing.”
– Workshop Participant

About Our Location…

Our retreat will take place in San Rafael.

We’ll be in a large, sunny space on the 1st floor. Handicapped accessible. I’ll bring snacks and drinks to have during breaks — feel free to bring your own lunch or snacks as well!

The neighborhood has a nice variety of shops, restaurants, coffee shops, and bars.

To enhance our sense of community and ensure that “retreat” feel, everyone is welcome to join up on Saturday night for dinner at a local restaurant. Completely optional!