Patricia Norton

Location

The Pitawbagok (Lake Champlain) watershed -- Burlington, Vermont, USA

Specialisms

Podcast "A Breath of Song" | Workshops in skills & improvisation | In-person and online song

Additional information

I approach our voices with curiosity, awareness, knowledge, and deep listening; whether a skilled auditioned chorus, a pick-up park sing of strangers or a class of uncertain singers, I want deeply rewarding, “ah-ha” musical experiences for you — and me.

“Patricia has a way of creating loving space for all to share their gifts and participate in whatever way works for them. I look forward to each song circle.” — Holly, Michigan

Poetry, music theory, vocal technique, conducting classes, somatic and imagery work, mindfulness practice, and the observation of hundreds of my students and singers all informs my presence with groups. I seek inclusion and honoring of each to make a richer and more resilient world for all, and I hold the bravest singing space I can.

I invite people to join me exploring their voices in song through my podcast, A Breath of Song, and other in-person and online activities at juneberrymusic.com.

My choirs

Flow Singing
Description

Discover a groundbreaking, friendly singing practice that can release your authentic self and create profound connection. Flow Singing intertwines music and mindfulness to unlock your voice and expand your sense of journey.

This practice is designed to meet you exactly where you are: seasoned singer, absolute beginner, or somewhere in the middle — you are welcome to come try it out during the 1st week of the month, my treat!

Like in a yoga or t’ai-chi practice, there are invitations to attend and deepen, options to add complexity or release into a simple form. Recordings of the songs will be available for those who wish to refresh between classes.

Each new month brings a new set of songs; you register one month at a time to really settle with these songs. Come the first week to enjoy a community sing & check it out!

Learn more and register here: https://www.juneberrymusic.com/flow-singing.html

Session times

Tuesday middays 11:15am-12:45pm and/or Thursday evenings 7-8:30pm. Come to either or both.

Pocket Songs
Description

In Zoom sessions you’ll be off-mic, able to sing along freely with Patricia, who curates a set of fresh songs with a slant toward presence and wellness. Using live-looping, call-and-response, guitar, piano, and gentle humor, she builds a communal singing experience of 7-10 songs in an hour. Some gather up to 15 minutes before the start for visiting and a bonus song.

All songs are taught by ear, and resources to help you sing them through the week are part of the package. Song lyrics appear in the chat and are also available ahead of time on the private members’ page.

While many people choose to participate on a weekly (or twice-weekly!) basis, this group also welcomes drop-in attendance for those whose schedules don’t allow for regular commitment.
“Pocket Songs has been one of the most uplifting and connecting activities I have begun since the world turned upside down over COVID-19.” — KRS, New Hampshire

Session times

Sundays 4-5 pm Eastern (NYC) Time and/or Tuesdays 10-11 am Eastern Time

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