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April 29th @ 16:30 - July 22nd @ 18:30
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Free â £395.00
đľđ Musicology: Deepen Your Musical Improv Through Rhythm, Lyrics & Storytelling! đđľ
Are you a musical improviser looking to explore the profound connection between music and storytelling? Musicology is an advanced musical improv and scene study course where a love of music is at the heart of everything. From crafting scenes inspired by lyrics to shaping longform shows like the perfect mixtape, this course will help you unlock new dimensions of creativity and musicality in your improv.
About the Course:
Led by Heather Urquhart (Showstoppers, The Maydays) and Joe Samuel (The Maydays, The Concept), this course goes beyond musical improv fundamentals and dives into the deeper structures of music and storytelling. Weâll explore how rhythm shapes drama, how lyrics can spark whole worlds, and how shifting tempos and moods can create unforgettable improvised performances. Think of it as a musical improviserâs laboratoryâwhere we experiment, refine, and push the boundaries of what improvised music can be!
What You’ll Learn:
đś Scenes Inspired by Music: Use lyrics, melodies, and musical themes as jumping-off points for compelling improvisational scenes.
đ Rhythm & Dramatic Structure: Explore how tempo, beats, and musical phrasing can guide narrative pacing and emotional arcs.
đ Improvised Concept Albums: Experiment with creating full-length musical pieces that feel cohesive, from concept albums to themed longform shows.
đ¤ Mixtape Mastery: Learn to shape a longform improv show like the perfect mixtapeâbalancing variety, flow, and emotional impact through dynamic musical choices.
What Makes This Course Unique?
This is not just a singing classâitâs a deep dive into the intersection of music and improvisation, designed for those who want to harness the full potential of music in storytelling. Whether you want to sharpen your ability to craft meaningful, music-driven scenes or dream of improvising an epic concept album, this course will challenge and inspire you.
Ready to take your musical improv to the next level? Join us for a course that celebrates the power of music, rhythm, and storytelling!
12 Tuesdays from the 29th of April with a one-week break after six weeks. Sessions run from 16:30 to 18:30 UK time (with a possibility of moving to 17:00 til 19:00 UK time, venue dependant.)
Musicology is an online 12-week course â Payment Options:
- You are signing up for a 12-week course. If needed, you can spread the payments by using PayPal and selecting Pay Later or Pay-in-3 at checkout.
- If you donât use PayPal and would like to spread the payment for the course, pop us an email and we will set up an invoice schedule.
- Two Scholarship tickets and unlimited Concessions tickets are available on every course; no proof is required. Please check our Course Policies for full info.
Testimonials
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A professional setup with a caring community ethos. AndAlso will look after you, whether you're trying improv for the first time or you're a seasoned performer. Each teacher brings something unique, but they all share a passion for this artform... read more
Ryan
Great in so many ways. Just experience it, you will understand!
Elderberry
All my Improv experiences have been excellent - the teachers are the perfect mix of fun and informative. The workshops feel like a very safe space
Jack
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I've loved every step of my improv journey with AndAlso. I've made lifelong friends, the teachers are great and each class has been a celebration of play and laughter. Would definitely recommend!
Kirby
I have taken many musical improv classes over the course of the past 5 years. Heather and Joe are, by far, my absolute favorite team to work withâI have grown so much in my time with them!! My listening and... read more
Sharon
World class improv classes and productions
Mustafa
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Heather and Joe offer exceptional classes. They know their stuff, and how to make students of all levels thrive. Their classes are my favorite fun thing to do. Never in my wildest dream did I ever think I would... read more
Denelle
Life-changing, soul-affirming stuff. Genuinely really truly love improv â itâs an incredible community and something you should CERTAINLY do if youâre on the lookout for new friends or purpose. New skills, new friends and a new outlook on your everyday: whatâs... read more
Sam
Inspiring teachers and well-balanced workshops! Watching Heather in action is a true delightâwhether she's leading a workshop or performing on stage.
Edyta
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I've been taking various regular musical improv online classes with various andalso Improv teachers since 2021 and am so grateful to the person who pointed me to this brilliant, high quality offer. If you have always been attracted to musical... read more
Ariane
All the lessons I've had with AndAlso (and the retreat I went on), have been fantastic, Iâve learnt so much from them. Itâs 90% hilarity and 10% deep and meaningful/emotional. Whether you want to do improv for fun, learning or... read more
Rosy
Heather and Joe are the best! I took an online class with them and it was awesome. They are both incredibly talented, adaptable, encouraging and kind. The class gave me lots of great tools to use in musical improv shows.
Kim
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Taking classes with AndAlso is one of the best moves I've made. I regularly laugh till I cry; I've learnt so much - both in terms of improv skills but also about myself; the teachers are exceptional at creating a... read more
Emma
Very well run local, inclusive improv community doing courses and shows. I strongly recommend it!!
Liam
Iâve been lucky enough to take classes with Heather, Jules, and Joe (both online and IRL). Absolutely fantastic. â¤ď¸â¤ď¸â¤ď¸
Jen
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I just need to say that this is one of the best things I have done in my life. I was getting into an âIâm an introvert, I donât do things like thisâ mindset. Applying the wrong idea of introversion (which... read more
Ric
A week of the most joyous, educational, non-stop, intensive, musical improv. Heather, Jules, and Joe work at the top of the game as professional improvisers and as master teachers.
Max
Wonderful team and experience! I've made friends, built confidence and i'm simply much funnier than i used to be! Just completed my second term and am signing up for the next one. Highly recommended.
Sam
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Living abroad, I'm only able to do improv online with AndAlso Improv. But it has been amazing, Heather is a generous and encouraging teacher. I've learned so much even with her only being a little square on my screen. Hope... read more
Justine
Warm-hearted people, great, skilled teachers! Have done two workshops including a Spring retreat and will definitely go back. I specifically appreciate the analytically precise feedback, warm hosting and sheer capacity for joy!
Viola
I did a really effective and exhilarating intestive week of workshops with AndAlso. I am sure I will be back for more. Highly recommended.
Matt
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*ONLINE only* for me in California; have done literally hundreds of hours of Musical Improv training via Zoom since 2020. LOVE these teachers and this program. Welcoming, inclusive, supportive, knowledgeable -- they will connect with you ...
Christine
Brilliant empathetic instructors who make classes interesting and fun!!!
Mary
I've now completed four improv courses with AndAlso over the last year or so, starting from a base of zero improv knowledge or experience. No regrets! It's masses of fun and all the tutors I've had are funny, proactive and... read more
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Take your improv skills to the next level in a safe, supporting and nurturing environment.
jenice
AndAlso Improv offerings open new doors into what's possible with improv theatre. What's delightful about their approach is how it centers around what's enjoyable and unique to the individual improviser's personality, tastes and weirdness. I recently finished a 12-week online course... read more
Muneeb
I really enjoyed the Show and I saw that people have developed their Improv skills creativity and confidence massively in recent months. I laughed a lot:)
Julia
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Amazing improv community with fab teachers who run brilliant classes and put on inspiring improv shows.
Ryan
I canât praise AndAlso too highly! All the teachers know their artform inside out, and share their insights with enthusiasm, warmth and humour. Iâve done many of their classes over the years, and theyâre always ridiculously fun, and beneficial in ways... read more
Simon
Brilliant classes, courses & retreats superbly taught in a super fun & supportive environment. Highly recommended!
Nathan