Vocal Play

A Day Workshop in Vocal Improvisation

Vocal Play – A Day Workshop in Vocal Improvisation

Saturday 30th May
Malvern

An invitation to reconnect with your voice through play, presence, and deep listening.

Join Ruana Xerri-West, founder of The Song of Now, assisted by Siobhan Nolan, for a gently guided and playful exploration of vocal improvisation in a warm and inclusive space.

Through simple, joyful exercises we’ll explore the many colours of the human voice — breath, tones, textures, rhythms, and spontaneous song. You’ll be invited to experiment, respond, and discover what emerges when the voice is given permission to be curious and free.

We will play inclusive vocal games where everyone has the choice to be however they want to be in the moment. Together we’ll create a space where sound can move through the body and where voices can meet, overlap, echo and play. Some moments may be lively and expressive, others quiet and reflective. There will be opportunities to sing with others, listen deeply, and allow your voice to surprise you.

The day draws on somatic vocal practices, supporting you to notice how sound resonates through the body and how your voice naturally shifts in response to presence, space, and connection.

Whether your voice feels confident or shy, structured or spontaneous, you are welcome here.

You will be held in a supportive environment where there is space both to rest in comfort and gently explore the edges of your vocal expression. No previous experience is needed — just curiosity and a willingness to listen.

Participants from a previous workshop had 3 words to describe the day-“Amazing, Liberating, Flowing, Freeing, Fabulous, Essential, Connectiveness, Universal Lullaby, Energetic, Fun, Therapeutic, Enlightening, Enjoyable, Relaxing, Curious, Blessed, Flowing, Tribal, Heart opening”

Come and reconnect with your voice in an uplifting day of creativity, expression, and human connection.

Practical Information

Date: Saturday 30th May
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 1 Orchard Road, Malvern, WR14 3DA
(Free car park and on-street parking available)

Provisional Schedule:
• 10:00am – Welcome, introductions & warm-up
• 11:15am – Break
• 11:30am – Session 2
• 12:30pm – Lunch
• 1:30pm – Session 3
• 2:45pm – Break
• 3:00pm – Session 4
• 4:00pm – Close

Sliding Scale: £45 / £55 / £65
(Please choose the level that best reflects your circumstances.)

If cost is a barrier, a limited number of half-funded and fully funded places are available, generously supported by Worcestershire County Council. Please feel very welcome to get in touch.

Teas, coffee and biscuits are included.

Booking & Enquiries

Ruana Xerri-West
📞 07973 499585
📧 ickle_miss@yahoo.com

Spaces are limited, so please book in advance to secure your place.