THE HOME FOR NASHVILLE COMEDY
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Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 3
INTRO TO MUSICAL IMPROV
Discover the joy of musical improv in this 4-week intro class at Third Coast Comedy Club. These four weeks will introduce students to simple song structure, the basics of rhyming and melody, how to create a great chorus, and how and when to go from scene to song. No musical experience is required but students should have a strong grasp of improv fundamentals. Intro to Musical Improv is a requirement for the Musical Improv Program.
DISCLAIMER
Intro to Musical Improv is perfect for students interested in dabbling in musical improv or those seeking admission to the Musical Improv Program. At the end of this class, each student will receive notification on whether they are approved to sign up for Musical Improv 1. If not approved, students will receive a copy of the rubric guiding these decisions, along with areas for growth to work on should they be interested in continuing. Intro to Musical Improv can be taken multiple times.
Prereq.: Intro to Musical Improv + instructor recommendation
MUSICAL IMPROV 1
Explore basic musical improv techniques through short-form games. You'll learn rhyming techniques, song structure, and approaches for improvising melody, harmony, and scene work. The final class will include a private showcase for friends and family.
Prereq.: MI 1 + instructor recommendation
MUSICAL IMPROV 2
This course will lead you in digging into types of songs. The class will involve homework outside of class, listening to playlists each week that focus on a particular type of musical theatre song, breaking down the structure and content of each song, and exploring how to improvising songs of each type within the context of a show. We’ll create and share a discussion forum the first week of class and all students will be expected to contribute and participate in group discussion.
This class requires instructor recommendation to register.
Email ericaelam@yahoo.com if you would like to be considered and are NOT currently in MI1.
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Dates: Returning 2027!​
Prereq.: MI 2 + instructor recommendation
MUSICAL IMPROV 3
Each ensemble will create a show that reflects their class strengths/goals/interests. We’ll continue reviewing and deepening core concepts (musical scene work, setup/payoff within songs, emotional commitment, finding the game, etc.) while exploring various formats for a musical improv show. This session also includes 3 showcase performances.
This class requires instructor recommendation to register.
Email ericaelam@yahoo.com if you would like to be considered.
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Dates: Returning 2027!
CLASS OVERVIEW
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Unless otherwise noted all courses cost $275 total and consist of eight, three-hour classes that meet weekly.
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Tuition is non-refundable. All sales are final.
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Missing more than two classes means you may be asked to repeat the Level. Students are encouraged to attend class on another night to gain the knowledge and skills missed, but doing so is for the student’s benefit and does not excuse the absence.
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Level 1 is required unless you have recently graduated from a formal training program; if you have questions please email the training center
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Third Coast is a safe, creative, and collaborative environment; any behavior to the contrary will be dealt with immediately; if you need to make a report use our Anonymous Reporting Form here.
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Teachers are subject to change without notice.
If you have any questions please email the training center for more information.