The Group Field with Carla

The Group Field 🌟

Join us for an exploration of vocal improv, where we can experience a sense of connection beyond ourselves. Whether you call it flow, hive mind, or intuition, let's discover how to create the conditions for this shared experience!

Please arrive between **6:00-6:15 PM** for tea and socializing. We'll sing from **6:30-8:30 PM**, followed by winding down and chatting until **9:00 PM**.  

~~~ 💸 **Donations**  
We accept pay-what-you-can donations to The Downbeat to help cover our costs. Please donate what feels good to you! (Suggested: **$10-20**, NOTAFLOF) [Donate here](https://www.venmo.com/u/the-downbeat)  

~~~ 👥 **Volunteer Opportunity**  
We're looking for a **GREETER** to welcome attendees from **6:00-6:30 PM**. The first person to arrive at 6 and claim the role will get it! As a greeter, you won't need to make a donation for the evening. Thank you for helping us run this community!  

~~~ ❔ **What is The Downbeat?**  
The Downbeat is a collaborative vocal improv community in the Bay Area that meets every Monday in the East Bay to sing. Membership is open to all, but we ask that new members read our [orientation guide](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ch2jdYQR_QKG7idLl__ZuwmuAC6hjr9xHwnzIgtqXp4/edit#heading=h.da4x39w1kj0g) before their first jam.  

~~~ 🎶 **What’s Collaborative Vocal Improv (CVI)?**  
CVI is when a group of attuned individuals spontaneously creates music together using their voices and bodies. Through listening, responding, and playing, music emerges naturally!