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SUMMARY:Awaken Your Inner Musician - North Adams\, MA
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Dates: March 21 and March 22\, 2026\nStep into a weekend of musical exploration\, deep listening\, and joyful creativity. Awaken Your Inner Musician is an immersive playshop designed to help you unlock the freedom\, confidence\, and expressive potential of improvisation—regardless of your musical background. The workshop will be led by Mary Knysh\, a cutting edge workshop facilitator\, trainer and consultant who is an international teacher/trainer with Music for People. \nAcross two inspiring days\, you’ll discover new ways to explore sound\, connect with others\, and express your authentic musical voice within a supportive and uplifting community. \nFor more information about the workshop\, registration and pricing information\, visit Mary’s website.
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/awaken-your-inner-musician-north-adams-ma/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:SOMA Studios – Eclipse Mill Artist Lofts\, 243 Union Street (Rt. 2)\, Loft 407\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
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SUMMARY:JamHaven Mexico
DESCRIPTION:Jam with us in San Miguel de Allende\, Mexico March 15-21\, 2026\nPlay music and sing from your heart with skills in spontaneous music making as you surround yourself with other creative souls. Improve your musicianship and listening skills. You’ll have experiences playing in ensembles with different instruments in a supportive environment. We will immerse ourselves in playing music and we will have Mexican cultural experiences. All instruments invited. \nBroaden you musicianship skills with facilitators: Clint Goss\, founder of FluteHaven\, Flute Harvest and Flutopedia.com. He collaborated with Eric Miller\, guitar\, mandolin and churango on the CD SpiritGrass. Eric and his wife\, Lynn Miller\, vocalist and guitarist are both music therapists and were on FluteHaven staff. Vera Shanov will accompany you with rhythm. Eric and Lynn Miller were on staff for Music for People for 15 years. Clint Goss is an MFP Graduate who has created a Native flute school aligned with the teachings of Music for People. \nThe retreat will be held at Casa Angelitos\, a castle like building which overlooks the town. It is like a folk art museum inside\, decorated with beautiful Mexican cultural art. The owners own an organic farm\, therefore all meals there will be organic and farm to table. San Miguel de Allende is considered a safe haven in Mexico. This town is know for its synchronicity\, magic and Creativity! San Miguel has been voted as one of the best cities in the world by Leisure magazine in 2017\, 2018 and 2024. \nMagnificent colonial architecture with cobblestone streets\, flowers\, amazing restaurants\, craft markets\, galleries\, live music and dancing\, all make this a special place to visit. People celebrate life in San Miguel.   Come celebrate and jam with us!!
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/jamhaven-mexico/
LOCATION:Casa Angelitos\, Calle Faroles #3\, Colonia Atascadero\, San Miguel de Allende\, GTO\, 37700\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Spirit Arts Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a creativity retreat as well as have fun and relaxation at the beach this winter! The retreat center has great workshop spaces for music\, art and dance. Art supplies and some percussion instruments will be provided. Bring your voice as an instrument or any other instrument of choice. \nSpiritVoice is for those interested in developing their natural voice\, cultivating personal power\, singing their soul song and expressing their inner music.  The voice is the instrument of the body\, expressing who we are and what we feel. We will develop skills through improv structures\, circle songs and developing skills on how to use the voice therapeutically for health and well being. \nSpiritArt is expression through art. Most of us are visually oriented. Before we could speak\, we thought in images. Yet facing the blank page can feel like a void. Let us guide you to approach art making with abandonment\, like a child. Surrender to the materials and let them guide you as you create from the inside out. \nSpiritDance is dancing in the moment\, guided through imagery\, and prompts. Live music will be provided with guitar\, flute\, drum & voice. Express yourself through the body and motion. \nSpiritArts can be used by anyone regardless of artistic experience\, to create profound changes within. You will also have time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings\, great food and the people who will share this experience with you.
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/spirit-arts-retreat/
LOCATION:Petit Lafitte Hotel\, Playa del Carmen\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Improv Gathering,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Alive with Music
DESCRIPTION:Join Music for People and Sound Artist Facilitators for a boundless weekend of musical self expression. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or someone feeling called to express themselves through music\, everyone is welcome! \nLed by Mary Knysh\, Prana Rising\, Jim Oshinsky & Tracy Hamilton\, ignite your passion for music and leave inspired and renewed! Unleash your musical potential in this transformative and inclusive community where creativity knows no bounds. \nAt our 1 or 2 Day Creative Music-Making Event\, you’ll explore the joy of spontaneous\, interactive music. Whether you call it improvising\, jamming\, or simply having a musical party\, we’ll guide you in using what you already know to create music in the moment. \nThe event website gives pricing and registration information. \nhttps://thesoundartist.com/pages/alivewithmusic
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/alive-with-music/
LOCATION:Sound Artist Music & Handpan School\, 97 Little Neck Rd\, Centerport\, NY\, 11721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:JamHaven
DESCRIPTION:Open your Curiosity * Creativity * Connection \nExperience skills in music improvisation influenced by the philosophy of Music for People. Explore techniques derived from music around the world broken down into simple forms. These forms help one discover the joy of authentic music making played from the heart. At JamHaven you will have the opportunity to develop listening skills and methods for playing with others. Do a deep dive in expanding musicianship skills while having fun. Experience a supportive environment that fosters musical growth without judgement. We promote a humanistic philosophy of music education\, one that lets players with all levels of experience participate in group music-making. \nFriday night  Nov 7\, 6-8pm: social connection with musical intros’ at the Miller’s with snacks \nSaturday Nov 8\, 10-5pm: the workshop will be held at St. Peter Episcopal Church in Phoenixville\, PA 19460 \n6:30-8:30pm: open mic opportunity at a local restaurant \nSunday Nov 9\, 10-12pm: recording ensembles at the Miller’s \nGain skills in “music making from within” from seasoned former MFP staff members Eric and Lynn Miller (guitar\, voice). MFP graduates Ron Kravitz (percussion) and Clint Goss (Native flute) will be your guides to transport you toward your groove\, melody and harmony. This is an opportunity to express yourself  and connect with others with these experienced facilitators.     JamHaven.com
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/jamhaven/
LOCATION:St. Peters Episcopal Church\, 121 Church Street\, Phoenixville\, PA\, 19460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Live Your Music - One Day Improvisation Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Rhythms Rising – Sound Unfolding – Harmonies converging. Every session is a unique and joyful musical synthesis of all who attend. \nFacilitated Music Improvisation Class based on the philosophy and forms of Music for People. The session is open to people 16 years and older\, all levels of musical experience welcome! Bring your instrument\, or hand percussion instruments will be provided.  \nLed by Irene Feher\, a regional Music for People facilitator and Musicianship Leadership trainer\, who believes that EVERYONE can improvise. Take the plunge\, energize yourself with sound\, connect with like-minded creative people. \nThe event website gives pricing and registration information. Early Bird pricing is available until October 4th. \nhttps://www.livingyourmusic.com/event-details/live-your-music-one-day-improvisation-intensive
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/live-your-music-one-day-improvisation-intensive/
LOCATION:Center of Musicians of the World\, 5043 Rue Saint-Dominique\, Montréal\, Québec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Music Playshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore a body centered approach to making music (playing from our heart) with a focus on singing\, playing with others and authentic self-expression. Join our musical community for exploratory spontaneous music making. Learn to listen deeply to your sounds and others. At the Playshop we will develop skills in creating music in the moment together. You will: \n\n\nDevelop listening skills\nLearn simple improvisational music structures\nOpen the voice\nBroaden musicianship skills\nHave fun creating music with others\n\nAll instruments\, music styles and levels of experience are welcome. Bring your favorite instrument or voice. \n\nThis is a Music for People inspired workshop led by Lynn Miller\, a former staff member of Music for People for 15 years. Lynn is a Music Therapist and SoundHealer. She plays guitar\, Native flute\, vocalizes and has many harmonious world instruments which will be available to play. \nCo-facilitator Megan King is a graduate of the Music for People Musicianship and Leadership program. She plays silver flute\, Native flute and saxophone. Megan is a certified Group Motion dance improvisation facilitator and president of their board of directors. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/music-playshop/
LOCATION:St Peters Episcopol Church\, 121 Church Street\, Phoenixville\, PA\, 19460
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:aLIve with Music - Centerport\, Long Island\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Join Music for People and Sound Artist Facilitators — Mary Knysh\, Prana Rising\, Jim Oshinsky and Tracy Hamilton — for a boundless weekend of musical self expression. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or someone feeling called to express themselves through music\, everyone is welcome! Ignite your passion for music and leave inspired and renewed! Unleash your musical potential in this transformative and inclusive community where creativity knows no bounds. \nMost of us learned music the traditional way—reading notes\, placing fingers just right\, and playing pieces written by others. While this can create beautiful music\, it often leaves little room for personal expression. \nBut music can be something more. It can be a shared experience—a group agreement. Just like singing “Happy Birthday” together\, we can join a steady beat\, hold a note\, or take turns responding to each other in a musical conversation. \nAt our 1 or 2 Day Creative Music-Making Event\, you’ll explore the joy of spontaneous\, interactive music. Whether you call it improvising\, jamming\, or simply having a musical party\, we’ll guide you in using what you already know to create music in the moment. \nNo formal training required—whether you’re a seasoned pro\, or a complete beginner\, we will discover how all people can create music\, with just a willingness to take the first step. Come discover the music that’s already inside you\, and already inside us all! \nProgram Dates: May 31st & June 1st – Register for 1 or 2 Days\nTimes: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm\nRegistration Website: https://thesoundartist.com/pages/music-for-people-mfp-workshop
URL:https://musicforpeople.org/music-improv-event/alive-with-music-centerport-long-island-ny/
LOCATION:Sound Artist Music & Handpan School\, 97 Little Neck Rd\, Centerport\, NY\, 11721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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