Winter CircleSing

Join Max and our friends at Healing Circles for a Winter CircleSing at Soundview Center! CircleSinging is an invitation to connect with each other, ourselves and the earth through spontaneous music making. Guided by a facilitator, we use our voices and bodies to co-create improvised harmonies, rhythms, and melodies, exploring a range of sounds and textures. One moment might feel calm and meditative, while the next could be upbeat and energizing, with the music naturally evolving as we go. No two circles are the same! This type of music making takes many forms all over the world, and has been popularized here by legends like Bobby McFerrin and Rhiannon of WeBe3. Max also draws inspiration from their experience singing with organizations like Partners for Youth Empowerment, Gaia Music Collective, and Música do Circulo. This event is for all levels and experiences with singing, including folks with no experience whatsoever. Whether you're a professional musician, bonafide shower singer, or just curious about what’s possible, circle singing offers a welcoming space for play, connection and shared creation. There is no pressure or expectation for anything to sound "good"—sometimes it even gets a little silly. If you're curious but also the idea of singing who-knows-what in a room full of strangers, that's OK too. The invitation is always to listen to your body, take care of yourself, and say "no thanks!" to anything you don't want to do. Keeping each other safe: • We encourage you to do an at-home Covid test before you attend, to be safe. We will also have some tests available at the door—just come a bit early if you need one! • Masking is not mandatory but definitely welcome • If you are not feeling well, please stay home and take care of yourself! What to bring: • Your beautiful self • Water to stay hydrated • Curiosity and openness to new things The event has a suggested donation of $20, or pay-what-you-can — no one will be turned away for lack of funds. All donations support Healing Circles' mission to provide nurturing spaces for healing, sanctuary and community building on Whidbey Island. Sing you soon!