"FLIGHT" Rhiannon's Interactive Guide to Vocal Improvisation with Laurel Murphy. See bottom of description for soundbytes.
This 2 cd set features acclaimed vocalist Rhiannon with guest teachers Joey Blake, Laurel Murphy, Linda Tillery, Jeannie Tracy and David Worm. (Rhiannon, Joey, David and Linda are former members of Bobby McFerrin's "Voicestra".) From basic voicework to improvisation with a six person a cappella ensemble, Rhiannon will guide you through interactive vocal exercises that show you how to leave the sheet music behind and cut loose in the jazz, gospel, Latin and African traditions. You will learn to tap the richness of your own voice and inner musical landscapes while you sing solo or with friends.
*Includes a 21 page booklet written by Rhiannon and Laurel Murphy.
CD ONE: Taking Flight (Associate Producer: Laurel Murphy)
Taking Flight lays the foundation in a one on one vocal lesson with Rhiannon. Practise vocal technique, call and response, pattern duets, and a variety of improvising ideas. Sing over a jazz vamp, learn the blues and sing harmony in a three part gospel tune.
CD TWO: Soaring (Laurel Murphy sings on all tracks except #2 & 5)
Soaring gives you a six person a cappella group to jam with. Create your own parts, solo over top and learn about basslines and vocal percussion. Trade solos with the singers, learning from their examples and spreading your musical wings over a variety of grooves and jazz, latin and gospel songs. Ordering Info: www.rhiannonmusic.com
Listen to an excerpt of:
Circle Jacob's Ladder
The Bottom
Joey Blake vocal bass and David Worm vocal percussion
