Music Classes
for LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
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All too often, queer and transgender folks find spaces focused on singing and songwriting lacking awareness of our needs, relevance to our lives, and a commitment to collective liberation. It is a powerful act for LGBTQIA+ people and allies to raise our voices together in song, and to listen deeply to each other as we grow as singers and songwriters. What does LGBTQIA+ stand for? LGBTQIA stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual. The plus sign acknowledges that there are myriad ways that people express their gender and sexuality, and even a long acronym can't encompass all of them. Allies are straight, cisgender people who are committed to challenging heterosexism, transphobia and patriarchy. About the Teacher Eli Conley is a singer-songwriter and voice teacher based in the Bay Area. As a gay transgender man, Eli has a deep commitment to working within diverse LGBTQIA+ communities to build our collective power, creativity, and resilience. Eli is a certified teacher of Somatic Voicework - The LoVetri Method™ who continues to study to deepen his approach to contemporary vocal pedagogy. He has also studied classical singing at Oberlin Conservatory and jazz vocal performance at Berklee College of Music. Eli performs and tours as an indie folk artist, and is a former member of the Grammy award-winning San Francisco Symphony Chorus. In addition to group classes and workshops, Eli also offers private voice lessons for people of all identities, ages 13 and up. |
Upcoming Classes
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Testimonials
“I recommend classes with Eli to all of my friends! Studying singing with Eli is affirming, challenging, and joyful. It’s an opportunity to combine skill acquisition, personal growth and queer community, and is grounding and inspiring.”
"As a trans person, and as a queer person, I have so embodied the violent belief that my voice does not matter. To have a space to explore my own unlearning was truly a much needed reminder that when I honor my voice, I honor my spirit, my aliveness."
"Such a powerful experience connecting to my voice as a songwriter. Eli's expertise, guidance and ability to draw out strong work and pass on skills was so important."
"This class was the light of my week. I am astounded by how much my voice and my confidence have grown in such a short time."
"I felt honored to have been able to see each singer's uniqueness, their strengths and their struggles. What we shared in class with each other was so personal. I felt very connected with the world and appreciative of our diversity afterward."
“I would recommend this class – no matter what your singing experience, skill level or interest you will have fun, you will feel safe and cared for and you will improve!”
Sunday Sing: Songs of Comfort, Songs of Strength
Free 30 Minute Weekly Online Singing Circle
5:30 pm Pacific / 6:30 pm Mountain / 7:30 pm Central / 8:30 pm Eastern
Join singer-songwriter and songleader Eli Conley for a weekly online gathering to connect in with your breath and raise up your voice in community. Eli will teach songs old as the hills and songs just born that week. Sometimes special guests will also join us to teach a tune. Everyone is welcome to come and sing!
Please register to get the link to join us on Zoom.
Free 30 Minute Weekly Online Singing Circle
5:30 pm Pacific / 6:30 pm Mountain / 7:30 pm Central / 8:30 pm Eastern
Join singer-songwriter and songleader Eli Conley for a weekly online gathering to connect in with your breath and raise up your voice in community. Eli will teach songs old as the hills and songs just born that week. Sometimes special guests will also join us to teach a tune. Everyone is welcome to come and sing!
Please register to get the link to join us on Zoom.
Unlock the Song Inside
A Nine-Week Online Songwriting Class for LGBTQIA+ People and Allies
Sundays April 19th - June 21st, 2020
No class the week of May 17th
3 - 5 pm Pacific / 4 - 6 pm Mountain / 5 - 7 pm Central / 6 - 8 pm Eastern
Class Description
Everyone has songs inside of them. What do yours sound like? Join us to unlock your creativity and let your songs out!
This is a supportive online community class for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary queer, intersex, and asexual people and allies. Whether you've been writing for years or you have never written a song, this class is for you.
Each session will begin with a fun writing exercise to get your creative juices flowing. We will explore the way that chords, melody, and lyrics come together to create a song, and learn strategies to strengthen each of these elements. Over the course of the class, participants will share works in progress and give supportive feedback to help each other grow as songwriters. We'll analyze songs by some of our favorite artists to understand how songs take listeners on an emotional journey using point of view, rhyme scheme, meter, and different song structures. We'll also cover basic chord theory to help take the guess work out of choosing the right chords for each song.
Participants should be able to play at least three chords on an instrument (piano, guitar, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, accordion, autoharp etc), but no other musical experience is necessary. You do not need to read music, have any musical training, or know any music theory. Beginners are very welcome!
Testimonials
"What a beautiful and powerful vision: co-create space to literally lift up each other's voices. As a trans person, and as a queer person, I have so embodied the violent belief that my voice does not matter. To have a space to explore my own unlearning was truly a much needed reminder that when I honor my voice, I honor my spirit, my aliveness."
"Such a powerful experience connecting to my voice as a songwriter. Eli's expertise, guidance and ability to draw out strong work and pass on skills was so important."
"I found myself continuously in awe of each person's unique voice, style, and capacity to create in each round of sharing. I felt moved by something in everyone's songs and that was powerful."
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $350
$175 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $175 is due on April 19th.
Sliding Scale Rate: $0 - $300
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority for these spots goes to Black, Indigenous and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and folks with disabilities. More information.
Register
This class is now full.
Unlock the Song Inside
A Nine-Week Online Songwriting Class for LGBTQIA+ People and Allies
Sundays April 19th - June 21st, 2020
No class the week of May 17th
3 - 5 pm Pacific / 4 - 6 pm Mountain / 5 - 7 pm Central / 6 - 8 pm Eastern
Class Description
Everyone has songs inside of them. What do yours sound like? Join us to unlock your creativity and let your songs out!
This is a supportive online community class for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary queer, intersex, and asexual people and allies. Whether you've been writing for years or you have never written a song, this class is for you.
Each session will begin with a fun writing exercise to get your creative juices flowing. We will explore the way that chords, melody, and lyrics come together to create a song, and learn strategies to strengthen each of these elements. Over the course of the class, participants will share works in progress and give supportive feedback to help each other grow as songwriters. We'll analyze songs by some of our favorite artists to understand how songs take listeners on an emotional journey using point of view, rhyme scheme, meter, and different song structures. We'll also cover basic chord theory to help take the guess work out of choosing the right chords for each song.
Participants should be able to play at least three chords on an instrument (piano, guitar, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, accordion, autoharp etc), but no other musical experience is necessary. You do not need to read music, have any musical training, or know any music theory. Beginners are very welcome!
Testimonials
"What a beautiful and powerful vision: co-create space to literally lift up each other's voices. As a trans person, and as a queer person, I have so embodied the violent belief that my voice does not matter. To have a space to explore my own unlearning was truly a much needed reminder that when I honor my voice, I honor my spirit, my aliveness."
"Such a powerful experience connecting to my voice as a songwriter. Eli's expertise, guidance and ability to draw out strong work and pass on skills was so important."
"I found myself continuously in awe of each person's unique voice, style, and capacity to create in each round of sharing. I felt moved by something in everyone's songs and that was powerful."
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $350
$175 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $175 is due on April 19th.
Sliding Scale Rate: $0 - $300
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority for these spots goes to Black, Indigenous and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and folks with disabilities. More information.
Register
This class is now full.
Body Love Creative Writing Workshop (Now Online)
With Talia Cooper and Eli Conley
Sunday, May 17th
1 - 3:30 pm Pacific Time
Join us for a workshop on body love through creative writing led by body liberation coach and musician Talia Cooper and singer-songwriter and teaching artist Eli Conley. We will counteract the negative messages we’ve received about our bodies with new information and community support. Then we’ll write a slew of songs and poems and leave with our personal body love anthems!
This workshop is for anyone who:
· wants to learn to accept their body
· would like to write a love song or poem for their body
· believes in body positivity theoretically, and wants to start on the path of embracing it more fully
· enjoys being creative outside with others
Open to folks who’ve never written a line, lifelong poets and songwriters, and everyone in between.
This workshop is for all bodies: all sizes, genders, races, ages, abilities, and sexualities. Wherever you are at with your creativity and feelings about your body, you are welcome here.
What past participants had to say:
"It was liberating"
"Great facilitation, safe container, brought joy and love to a hard area of life."
"[I took from this workshop] my first rough draft of a poem in a REALLY long time"
"[I took from this workshop] the revelation that everyone is a songwriter and further acceptance of my body!"
"[I took from this workshop] confidence that I can keep singing songs I made up! And a tender whisper of belief in my body and self!"
Cost:
$40, payable when you register.
A reduced sliding scale rate is available for low-income folks.
Intro to Harmony Singing
A Nine-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People and Allies
Tuesdays 7 -9 pm
September 1st - October 27th, 2020
(Postponed from Spring 2020 due to COVID-19)
First Congregational Church of Oakland - Choir Room
2501 Harrison St, Oakland
0.7 Miles from 19th St BART
Class Description
This is a fun community class for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, intersex, and/or asexual people and our allies who want to develop their ability to sing harmony by ear.
We will explore rounds, singing in harmony on assigned parts in small groups, and coming up with your own two-part harmony for a duet. You will learn how to hear and sing major triad chords, and build a basic understanding of how chords form the basis of harmony singing. Participants will be expected to practice 15 - 30 minutes a day, and to meet with their duet partner at least twice outside of class over the course of the nine weeks.
This class is designed for people who are comfortable with singing, and are generally able to stay in key when singing by themselves. Beginners are welcome -- all learning will be done by ear, so you do not need to have any musical background or know how to read music. If you have any questions about whether this class is right for you, please contact me.
The class will culminate in an informal recital on June 9th. Glitter will be optional but highly encouraged!
What Past Participants Have To Say
"I highly encourage anyone who has ever felt in awe of a choir in harmony or an intimate duet to take this class and feel the joy of making that aural alchemy yourself. Singing has brought me so much joy."
"After having spent many many years feeling uncertain about how to harmonize, this course helped to demystify harmonizing for me. Eli pushes us just a little our of comfort zones, enough to build, not ruin our self-confidence. I highly recommend it!"
"Eli is a fantastic, patient, and kind teacher, and the class was such a joy to be in. I learned a lot too! I felt supported and encouraged the whole time."
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in cushioned chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $400
$200 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $200 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $370 - $225
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. More information.
Registering
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A Nine-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People and Allies
Tuesdays 7 -9 pm
September 1st - October 27th, 2020
(Postponed from Spring 2020 due to COVID-19)
First Congregational Church of Oakland - Choir Room
2501 Harrison St, Oakland
0.7 Miles from 19th St BART
Class Description
This is a fun community class for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, intersex, and/or asexual people and our allies who want to develop their ability to sing harmony by ear.
We will explore rounds, singing in harmony on assigned parts in small groups, and coming up with your own two-part harmony for a duet. You will learn how to hear and sing major triad chords, and build a basic understanding of how chords form the basis of harmony singing. Participants will be expected to practice 15 - 30 minutes a day, and to meet with their duet partner at least twice outside of class over the course of the nine weeks.
This class is designed for people who are comfortable with singing, and are generally able to stay in key when singing by themselves. Beginners are welcome -- all learning will be done by ear, so you do not need to have any musical background or know how to read music. If you have any questions about whether this class is right for you, please contact me.
The class will culminate in an informal recital on June 9th. Glitter will be optional but highly encouraged!
What Past Participants Have To Say
"I highly encourage anyone who has ever felt in awe of a choir in harmony or an intimate duet to take this class and feel the joy of making that aural alchemy yourself. Singing has brought me so much joy."
"After having spent many many years feeling uncertain about how to harmonize, this course helped to demystify harmonizing for me. Eli pushes us just a little our of comfort zones, enough to build, not ruin our self-confidence. I highly recommend it!"
"Eli is a fantastic, patient, and kind teacher, and the class was such a joy to be in. I learned a lot too! I felt supported and encouraged the whole time."
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in cushioned chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $400
$200 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $200 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $370 - $225
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. More information.
Registering
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Intermediate Songwriting
A Five-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Tuesdays 7 - 9 pm
November 10th - December 8th
First Congregational Church of Oakland - Choir Room
2501 Harrison St, Oakland
0.7 Miles from 19th St BART
Class Description
This is a supportive community songwriting class for transgender, queer, lesbian, bisexual, gay, asexual, and intersex people and our allies.
Building on themes from Eli's beginning songwriting class Unlock the Song Inside, this class will offer an opportunity to go more deeply into the tools we can use to write compelling songs. Most weeks there will be a new songwriting prompt, and participants will share works-in-progress and get supportive critique to strengthen their songs. Along the way we'll explore meter (the rhythm of the words), setting up your lyrics to spotlight important ideas, getting your music and lyrics both telling the same story, building your verses and chorus so the song takes on deeper meaning as it goes, how to revise your own songs to make them stronger, and what to do when you get stuck on a song.
Each participant will also receive a 45 minute private session with Eli focused on whatever they choose. This could include one-on-one songwriting critique, voice coaching, support for the emotional side of the creative process, music theory for songwriters, performance coaching, and/or music business help. These sessions will take place at Eli's studio in Berkeley or online via video chat.
Participants should have some previous background with songwriting, but no formal musical training is required.
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in cushioned chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $300
$150 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $150 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $275 - $200
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
Registering
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A Five-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Tuesdays 7 - 9 pm
November 10th - December 8th
First Congregational Church of Oakland - Choir Room
2501 Harrison St, Oakland
0.7 Miles from 19th St BART
Class Description
This is a supportive community songwriting class for transgender, queer, lesbian, bisexual, gay, asexual, and intersex people and our allies.
Building on themes from Eli's beginning songwriting class Unlock the Song Inside, this class will offer an opportunity to go more deeply into the tools we can use to write compelling songs. Most weeks there will be a new songwriting prompt, and participants will share works-in-progress and get supportive critique to strengthen their songs. Along the way we'll explore meter (the rhythm of the words), setting up your lyrics to spotlight important ideas, getting your music and lyrics both telling the same story, building your verses and chorus so the song takes on deeper meaning as it goes, how to revise your own songs to make them stronger, and what to do when you get stuck on a song.
Each participant will also receive a 45 minute private session with Eli focused on whatever they choose. This could include one-on-one songwriting critique, voice coaching, support for the emotional side of the creative process, music theory for songwriters, performance coaching, and/or music business help. These sessions will take place at Eli's studio in Berkeley or online via video chat.
Participants should have some previous background with songwriting, but no formal musical training is required.
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in cushioned chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $300
$150 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $150 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $275 - $200
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
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The Fundamentals of Singing
A 9-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Next Session Dates & Location TBA
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Class Description
This is a supportive community singing class for transgender, queer, lesbian, bisexual, gay, asexual, and intersex people and our allies who want to develop their singing voices in a fun group setting. Beginners are very welcome! No musical experience is necessary.
This class focuses mostly on solo a capella singing and includes one group song. Students will strengthen their natural singing voices by learning basic vocal technique and developing their chest (low) and head (high) registers. They will learn how to listen to themselves and other singers and expand their vocal range. The class will also focus on getting comfortable singing in front of others. Students are welcome to take this class multiple times.
The class will culminate with an informal recital on the last day. Glitter will be optional but highly encouraged!
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in cushioned chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $400
$200 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $200 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $370 - $220
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
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Sing Your Song
A 9-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Next Session Dates & Location TBA
To be notified the next time this class if offered, please join the e-mail list.
This is a community singing class for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, intersex, and/or asexual people and allies. Using fun musical games and exercises, this class will help you get more comfortable singing in front of others while accompanying yourself on an instrument, or singing with a backing track. Karaoke lovers welcome!
You will get personalized voice coaching to help you build on your strengths and transform your vocal blocks, and we'll also make music together as a big group. We'll put a particular focus on body-based singing technique, finding the right keys for your voice, understanding and embodying rhythm, and developing your expressive song performance. We'll explore the ins and outs of singing into a microphone and hearing yourself through speakers, and folks who play while they sing will also learn tools for amplifying their instruments.
Beginners are very welcome! You do not need to have any prior musical training to take this class. The class culminates with an informal recital. Glitter will be optional but highly encouraged!
Testimonials
"As someone who loves to sing but struggles to do so publicly, I found Eli's class to be incredibly safe and affirming. I learned how to have faith in my voice and musicianship while getting to know lots of lovely folks! Eli is an incredibly skilled teacher."
"It was so heartening to work with a group of queers and allies finding their voices and sharing their talents and growing exponentially in their performance skills due to the enthusiasm and specificity that Eli provides."
"I always played instruments growing up and enjoyed singing along to them. I haven't been doing that recently until I found this class. It was a perfect place with a wonderful community. Eli is a great coach and knows how to make you feel comfortable and safe while singing."
"Classes with Eli have been a delightful part of my life over the last several years. I so appreciate the queer and trans community space, the experience of singing in a group, and Eli's highly skillful teaching -- technically deep, celebratory and supportive."
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in folding chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $400
$200 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $200 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $370 - $220
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
Registering
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A 9-Week Class for LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Next Session Dates & Location TBA
To be notified the next time this class if offered, please join the e-mail list.
This is a community singing class for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, intersex, and/or asexual people and allies. Using fun musical games and exercises, this class will help you get more comfortable singing in front of others while accompanying yourself on an instrument, or singing with a backing track. Karaoke lovers welcome!
You will get personalized voice coaching to help you build on your strengths and transform your vocal blocks, and we'll also make music together as a big group. We'll put a particular focus on body-based singing technique, finding the right keys for your voice, understanding and embodying rhythm, and developing your expressive song performance. We'll explore the ins and outs of singing into a microphone and hearing yourself through speakers, and folks who play while they sing will also learn tools for amplifying their instruments.
Beginners are very welcome! You do not need to have any prior musical training to take this class. The class culminates with an informal recital. Glitter will be optional but highly encouraged!
Testimonials
"As someone who loves to sing but struggles to do so publicly, I found Eli's class to be incredibly safe and affirming. I learned how to have faith in my voice and musicianship while getting to know lots of lovely folks! Eli is an incredibly skilled teacher."
"It was so heartening to work with a group of queers and allies finding their voices and sharing their talents and growing exponentially in their performance skills due to the enthusiasm and specificity that Eli provides."
"I always played instruments growing up and enjoyed singing along to them. I haven't been doing that recently until I found this class. It was a perfect place with a wonderful community. Eli is a great coach and knows how to make you feel comfortable and safe while singing."
"Classes with Eli have been a delightful part of my life over the last several years. I so appreciate the queer and trans community space, the experience of singing in a group, and Eli's highly skillful teaching -- technically deep, celebratory and supportive."
Accessibility
This class is in a wheelchair and scooter accessible space, and students sit in folding chairs that do not have arms. All of the exercises are designed to work for people of a broad range of abilities and body types. The class is a fragrance free space (see below for more info). Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this class 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our class is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to be fragrance free is here.
Class Fee
Standard Rate: $400
$200 is due when you register to hold your spot in the class. The remaining $200 is due at our first session.
Sliding Scale Rate: $370 - $220
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each class for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
Registering
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Sunday Songwriter Circle
For LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Next Session: Summer 2020
Please join the e-mail list to be notified when exact dates are announced
Location
South Berkeley, half a mile from Ashby BART
Description
Bring a song you're working on and get supportive feedback and critique from Eli and the group in a facilitated space. Through workshopping your own and others' songs, you will gain tools and perspectives to deepen your songwriting. Each month you will also be given an optional prompt to get your writing started for next time!
Accessibility
This group meets in a private home that is up a flight of 20 stairs and is unfortunately not ADA accessible. The space is complete fragrance free, and home to one cat. Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this circle 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our circle is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to attend events fragrance free is here.
Cost
Standard Rate: $90
($30 per session)
Payment for all three sessions is due when you register to hold your spot in the group.
Sliding Scale Rate: $75 - $60
($25 - $20 per session)
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each circle for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
Registration
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For LGBTQIA+ People & Allies
Next Session: Summer 2020
Please join the e-mail list to be notified when exact dates are announced
Location
South Berkeley, half a mile from Ashby BART
Description
Bring a song you're working on and get supportive feedback and critique from Eli and the group in a facilitated space. Through workshopping your own and others' songs, you will gain tools and perspectives to deepen your songwriting. Each month you will also be given an optional prompt to get your writing started for next time!
Accessibility
This group meets in a private home that is up a flight of 20 stairs and is unfortunately not ADA accessible. The space is complete fragrance free, and home to one cat. Please let me know about your specific access needs when you register.
Fragrance Free
All participants are asked to attend this circle 100% fragrance free by refraining from wearing hair and body products with fragrances, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and clothing washed in scented detergents and/or dryer sheets. With your help, we can ensure that our circle is a healthy, accessible space for people with multiple chemical sensitivities. More info on how and why to attend events fragrance free is here.
Cost
Standard Rate: $90
($30 per session)
Payment for all three sessions is due when you register to hold your spot in the group.
Sliding Scale Rate: $75 - $60
($25 - $20 per session)
I reserve some need-based sliding scale spots in each circle for low income participants. Priority is given to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, trans women and trans femmes, people raised working class or poor, and people with disabilities. More information.
Registration
To be notified when dates are announced and the circle opens up for registration, please join the e-mail list.
