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Singing in a group has been an integral part of social living for millennia. SuperMindLab considers it as one of the most exhilarating, meditative and transformative tools for cultivating a flourishng and healthy mind.
Join our cohort-based innovative Singing SuperMind program that helps you develop a smarter, healthier, happier, focused, self-confident, cooperative, communicative and creative mind while reducing stress and anxiety.
Recent scientific studies have found that singing in a group releases serotonin and oxytocin, the “socializing” hormones, and even synchronizes our heart beats! Group singing helps us feel relaxed, happy and connected. Singing engages the right side of our brain which is responsible for intuition, imagination and creativity.
In essence, with a corpus of 5-10+ songs and various singing and humming exercises, we will combine the elements of plain group singing, a cappella and choir in a creative way. The guidance will emerge from within the group. A professional will be engaged if desired by the group. We will learn a little about the science of how music and singing transform our brains.
The outcome of each cohort is unique based on their enthusiasm, dynamics and efforts. The cohort will help select songs and other creative musical elements. There will be a capstone project (performance to friends and family!) at the end of the program and possibility of continuing beyond the program for fun practices and performances at social events and picnics this summer.
Volunteers needed to guide our sessions: Good singers with creativity and patience to help others learn, please email supermindlab@gmail.com (Ref. Ashvin Radiya)
Singing experience required: NONE. Studies have shown that group singing lifts every member of a group, no matter their singing ability. If you can talk, you are good to go!
Audience: Adults. Not for children.
Location: Default location is near Leigh High School, San Jose/Los Gatos area. Sessions may be held at participants’ homes or community centers.
Date, times, Format:
– 6 alternate Saturdays – April 22, May 6, May 20, June 3, June 17, July 1
– 4:30-6pm in-person, optional potluck/catered food afterwards
– Evening practice sessions (once a week) on Zoom
– Can attend remotely only when it is completely unavoidable
Cost: FREE. The cost of catered food and professional guidance, if any, will be shared by the cohort (expected to be in the range of $0-$20/session).
Deposit: Reserve a spot with $50 deposit which will be fully refunded at the end of the class. If you cancel or discontinue after the class starts, you are depriving others from taking the class and no refund will be given. Exceptional situations for a refund will be evaluated on a case by case basis. No replacement or transfer to a future class is allowed after the class starts. Deposit is due immediately upon acceptance to the class.
WHAT IT IS NOT: NOT a music or singing lesson class, although we will have many small vocal and humming exercises. NOT a heavy teacher-led program although some professional guidance may be sought by a cohort. NOT a top-down approach but a collaborative and creative group approach. NOT a karaoke with potpourri of songs but a structured approach to improving our group singing every week with the target of a capstone project. NOT a party on high (alcohol or otherwise!) but elevating our sober minds to learn to enjoy singing and socializing!
Click here to Enroll for Singing SuperMind program
Below examples are only for the illustrative purpose to give you an idea of how our practice and final capstone project may look like. We may achieve only a fraction of these videos but we will have 100% fun learning and making our minds healthier through singing and social engagement.
Volunteer Cohort Leads & Advisors
Ashvin Radiya. Overall lead, teacher, mentor, organizer. After teaching SuperMindfulness to a cohort of professionals, he looks forward to leading the Group Singing and Group Dancing cohort programs that can help cultivate many beneficial qualities of a SuperMind.
Sanjay Saxena, Sanjay is a talented musician with a passion for playing multiple instruments. He has appeared on radio programs and TV shows. Sanjay hosts popular radio show ‘Hat Trick with Sanjay’ on Radio Zindagi, which reaches listeners in NY, NJ, CT, DC, and the Bay Area. Sanjay will bring his vast experience and outreach to help define and guide programs.
Nikunj Parekh. He leads IIT-BayArea Music club. His energy and enthusiasm have made IIT-BayArea events greatly successful. He sings and plays Synthesizer, Guitar and harmonica.
Vibhavari Gaitonde. She will provide guidance by helping select songs and give steps to help improve as a group and individuals. She is extensively trained in Hindustani classical music, especially from her Bay Area guru Ashwini Khaparde. She has given many light classical, solo and group performances.
Dhaval brings 30+ years of singing and musical experience to the Program as an Advisor and also one of its Leads. He is classically trained (Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Mumbai and various great Teachers in USA) and teaches too. He has been Vocalist/Organizer at various Venues/Events including Fremont Temple, ICC, Sangeet Dhwani, FIA, Radio Zindagi, Libraries, Festival of Globe (FOG) & Festivals/Private Parties. He has won several prizes including ICC Idol and FOG Idol Singing Competitions. Dhaval is in high demand for singing at a number of Bay Area events/private parties.
Your Name as a Volunteer Cohort Lead. We are looking for more volunteers to help lead, teach and work with cohort members to help them learn and enjoy the program regardless of their starting skills.