Expand Your Singing: Vocal Improvisation Workshop
Expand Your Singing is a vocal improvisation workshop led by professional Jazz singer, Marti Mendenhall.  This hands-on, interactive class provides attendees an opportunity to expand their vocal freedom by embracing the mystical art of Jazz improvisation commonly known as, scat.  The two hour workshop begins with a brief history of scat that covers past and present samples of Jazz greats and cultural adaptations to this unique art form. Through a visual presentation and real time practice, students gain experience with Do-Be-Do-Wa, suggestions to improve breathing, rhythm, and timing as well as acquire a range of ideas and enthusiasm to apply the tools of scat to their singing.

Marti has conducted her Scat Workshop at Humboldt State University, the Unitarian Universalist Musician Conference as well as to small and large professional and amateur choirs.  Like scat itself, the workshop is often spontaneous and can be adapted for any musical setting, including music conferences, Jazz festivals and church and school choirs.

To book Marti's Scat Workshop, email martisings@gmail.com. 

Next Scat Workshop in Oregon:
Day:  Saturday, October 20th, 2012
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Stongehenge Studio, 3508 SW Corbett Ave, Portland, OR 97239 (bus route #43)
Pre-Registration: $25.00 payable via PayPal, or VISA
Walk-up: $30.00 at the door payable in cash or credit card
Class is subject to a minimum of seven students.
Novices and non-singers welcome to attend!


Express Yourself: Singing that Opens Your Heart (NEW!)
Express Yourself: Singing that Opens Your Heart is a new workshop for continuous learners that wish to increase their vocal freedom and have a positive impact on themselves and those around them.  No matter who you are, the mere act of singing can release tension, connect with joy, stimulate change and inspire confidence.

This two hour workshop is recommended for anyone who desires to broaden and express themselves openly without fear and in a trusting, non-judgmental environment. 

Marti has experienced many life challenges where singing was the tool that allowed her to fully express the trapped emotions and move through the difficulty to lead a healthier and happier life.  She offers this class to empower other individuals who might be encountering weight challenges, confidence issues or anyone looking to test the power of their own voice without limitation. 

Next Express Yourself Workshop in Oregon:
Day:  TBA
Time: TBA
Location: Stongehenge Studio, 3508 SW Corbett Ave, Portland, OR 97239 (bus route #43)
Pre-Registration:  TBA
Class is subject to a minimum of seven students.


Improve Your Singing: Vocal Mentoring
Any professional singer will agree that the right vocal coach can infuse a student with the proper training that creates confidence and growth.  Whether Marti accepts a new student for a single session or for several months, she customizes her mentoring to the student's needs.  If you are interested in receiving private voice training from Marti, please review the options below and contact her at martisings@gmail.com. 
 
Option A -  Evaluation and Advising $150.00
This basic package includes two hours of intense, one-on-one evaluation of your singing strengths, discussion and exercises catered to your vocal range and inspirational direction for performing as well as any topic of concern the student may wish to address.

Option B – Vocal Mentoring and Coaching $500  
This package includes six, one-hour sessions of private voice lessons over a four month period, plus the two-hour evaluation offered under Option A.  During the Evaluation process, Marti and the student will design a plan that specifically address the goals of the student, and will put them on the path to singing success.  Scheduling of lessons to be determined by mutual arrangement.

Option C – Ongoing Vocal Mentoring and Coaching $55/hour
For any student who has previously taken Option A or B, any further lesson(s) with that student will be available at $55/hour.

Option D – Customize Your Vocal Training
Work directly with Marti to design a Vocal Mentoring program that fits your individual goals.  This option applies to both individuals with unique needs and groups with two or more singers.

   
"I appreciate Mendenhall's openness
. . .  which makes her accessible, likable, and playful."

- Stacy Riley, Jazz History Online 

   

   "Her love of music and the vocal art is infectious in reaching audiences."

- Mike Horsfall, Tall Jazz