Join us for a powerful workshop where we will explore the joyful and healing practice of musical improvisation. Through non-judgmental activities and a supportive community, you’ll discover how spontaneous music-making can enhance your personal creativity and foster emotional well-being.

Free Concert: Friday, November 13, 2026 – 7 PM

Workshop: Saturday & Sunday, November 14 & 15, 2026
Time: Saturday 9 am – 5 pm / Sunday 9 am – 5 pm
Where: Delaware Valley Friends School, 19 E. Central Ave., Paoli PA 19301

Cost:

2-Day Weekend – Saturday & Sunday
Full Price: $300
Early Bird (Discount through November 1st, 2026): $198

Single Day – Saturday or Sunday
Full Price: $150 per day
Early Bird (Discount through November 1st, 2026): $99 per day

Educator Discount
Price $75 per day

Come one or both days!

Workshop Highlights:

Day 1:
Cultivate deep listening and connection, explore the basics of improvisation, and experience the healing power of sound. You’ll engage in a collaborative atmosphere where each note becomes an opportunity to connect, heal, and co-create.
Day 2:
Dive into advanced improvisation techniques, explore music as an expressive language, and practice facilitation techniques to share this musical play with others. You’ll also gain tools to bring improvisation into your own musical journey.

This workshop is designed to nurture your creativity and foster a sense of community and healing. No matter your musical background, you’ll find a welcoming space to deepen your improvisational skills and explore music’s power to heal.

Workshop Leaders:

David Rudge and Tim Simmons from Music for People, guide participants through transformative musical experiences that foster connection, self-expression, joy and healing.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is for individuals of all musical backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you’re a musician, educator, or someone seeking to explore music as a tool for building community, deepening your own practice, or healing, this workshop offers a welcoming space for all.

Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the joy of musical improvisation and experience the healing power of music!

To Register:

• Choose one of the tuition options below.
• If you are able to contribute to our Scholarship Fund, we thank you in advance.
• For questions about scholarships, contact the Music for People office at mfp@musicforpeople.org.