ADULT IMPROV CLASS
The Art of Musical Improv
with John Sturk
Scared to sing? Worried about rhyming? Let John show you how to release your fears about musical improv and just GO FOR IT! This Adult Summer Camp is a full experience where students will have the opportunity to hone their improv skills with John in the morning and then show their skills to a live audience in the evening. Must be 18 and over to participate in the fun and basic experience in the art of improv is preferred but not required.
ABOUT JOHN STURK
John Sturk is an improv piano player from Chicago, IL. After graduating from the improv programs at The Second City Training Center and iO Chicago, John turned to focus on music direction. Since then, John has been at the keyboards of Second City Training Center, Comedysportz Chicago, iO Chicago, Storytown Improv, The Annoyance Theater, the Chicago Magic Lounge, The Improv Retreat, Baby Wants Candy, Shamilton, and Laugh Out Loud.
As a teacher, John joined the faculty of the Second City Training Center Chicago in 2022, and has taught courses for CSz Chicago, iO, The Improv Retreat, and Baby Wants Candy.
His website is www.johnsturk.com
John Sturk is an improv piano player from Chicago, IL.
JULY 15, 2023 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Summer Camp For Adults
18+
DATE: Saturday, July 15, 2023 (10am-2PM) with follow-up show on Saturday, July 15, 2023 @ 7:30-9:00PM
CLASS CAP: 15 Adults (18+)
COST: $80.00 which includes lunch
LOCATION: Warner Studio Theatre
Scared to sing? Worried about rhyming? Let John show you how to release your fears about musical improv and just GO FOR IT! This Adult Summer Camp is a full experience where students will have the opportunity to hone their improv skills with John in the morning and then show their skills to a live audience in the evening. Must be 18 and over to participate in the fun and basic experience in the art of improv is preferred but not required.
Topics covered:
- John’s Five Elements of Music Improv
- Form of any improvised song
- Tips for rhyming
- Creating long form musical narratives
- Playing short form games
Workshop Schedule:
Saturday, July 15, 2023
10:00 am – 2:00 PM: Musical Improv Workshop (There will be a lunch break with lunch provided)
6:30 PM: Gather for warmups before the show
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM: Public Show in the Warner Theatre
$80
CANCELLATION POLICY
All classes and workshops must have at least 6 participants registered; enrollment lower than six will result in a class cancellation.
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Cancellation 14 days or more prior to the start of classes: Full tuition will be reimbursed.
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Cancellation less than 14 days or more prior to the start of classes: 50% tuition reimbursement.
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Cancellation after the start of classes: No refund.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our Summer Camp Program, please contact us.
PLEASE READ AND FILL OUT FORM!
Thank you for enrolling your child(ren) in our 2023 Summer Camp Program!
Below is a link that needs to be filled out before the first day of camp.
You will receive a reminder email the Friday before camp starts.
Please complete the emergency contact form here:
If you have any questions please reach out to our education team at education@sbct.org
Thank you again