This is an example of excitingly organic musical improv expertly tempered with solid technique to create a well-organized, theatrical piece. The sections are very clear:
You need something to sing about, something to launch a song. The audience is going to give it to you. Here are sample question you can use to get suggestions from them:
Imagine a train coming into the station-the engine is pulling a lot of cars, a lot of weight. It takes awhile for the train to come to a halt; it has to “start stopping” a certain amount of time before it actually does. This is analogous to the ending of a song. In order to bring a song comfortably and satisfyingly to a close, we need to do it gradually.
From concept to finished product, this unique guide shows the way to create lyrics that make audiences laugh. Clear, friendly style of instruction is entertaining and easy to understand.
You can get expert training in the art of musical improv comedy at The Second City Los Angeles! Even you
have no musical background, expect to acquire new skills quickly and have a great time doing it.
Co-taught by Second City LA musical director Michael Pollock and artistic director Joshua Funk, these 8-week classes show you the [...]
This book uses clear, everyday language to clarify each element of an improvised song. Simple building blocks are combined with performance tips to bring your musical improvisation to its highest level.
The included CD provides 47 tracks of examples, exercises and practice accompaniments, featuring the author at the piano and cast members from Improv Olympic West’s [...]
This is an example of excitingly organic musical improv expertly tempered with solid technique to create a well-organized, theatrical piece. The sections are very clear:
You need something to sing about, something to launch a song. The audience is going to give it to you. Here are sample question you can use to get suggestions from them:
Imagine a train coming into the station-the engine is pulling a lot of cars, a lot of weight. It takes awhile for the train to come to a halt; it has to “start stopping” a certain amount of time before it actually does. This is analogous to the ending of a song. In order to bring a song comfortably and satisfyingly to a close, we need to do it gradually.
You can get expert training in the art of musical improv comedy at The Second City Los Angeles! Even you
have no musical background, expect to acquire new skills quickly and have a great time doing it.
Co-taught by Second City LA musical director Michael Pollock and artistic director Joshua Funk, these 8-week classes show you the [...]