Zagreb Jazz Workshop - Find Your Unique Voice

ZAGREB JAZZ WORKSHOP

"Find Your Unique Voice: Interpretation and Improvisation for Singers"
5-Day Singing Workshop in Zagreb, Croatia | January 3-7, 2026

Unlock your vocal potential and discover your unique sound in this 5-day workshop designed for intermediate-level singers. "Finding Your Sound: Interpretation and Improvisation for Singers" will take you on a journey to master vocal interpretation and improvisational techniques, giving you the tools to elevate your performances and build confidence on stage.

Held from January 3-7, 2026, in Zagreb, this immersive program combines 3-hour daily group sessions combined with individual coaching tailored to your voice. Over the course of the workshop, you'll prepare a song for a final showcase performance and take part in a jam session, applying the skills you've learned in a live setting.

Workshop Highlights:

• Daily Group Sessions (3h/day): Develop your vocal technique, emotional interpretation, and improvisation through hands-on exercises and guided practice.
• Private Lessons: 2 x 30-minute one-on-one coaching sessions with Maja Savic, focusing on song interpretation and refining your vocal technique.
• Final Showcase: Perform 1 song at the end of the workshop in a supportive and encouraging setting.
• Jam Session: After the showcase, participate in a jam session where you can apply your improvisational skills and enjoy spontaneous performances.
• Workbook & Audio Exercises: Continue your learning with a workbook and audio exercises designed to support your vocal growth after the workshop.

Provisional Program Overview:

Day 1: Vocal Awareness & Interpretation
Focus: Build foundational vocal techniques and explore emotional connection to your song.

• Warm-ups focusing on breath control, tone, and resonance.
• Group exercises to explore storytelling through singing.
• Song selection and emotional breakdown for the final showcase.

Day 2: Personalizing Your Song
Focus: Develop dynamic control, phrasing, and emotional delivery in your performance.

• Advanced exercises to refine vocal expression and tone.
• First 30-minute private lesson to dive into your chosen song and vocal technique. (the schedule for the lessons will be planned on the 1st day)

Day 3: Vocal Improvisation & Creative Expression
Focus: Explore vocal improvisation techniques and creative freedom.

• Learn improvisational techniques like riffs, runs, and scat singing.
• Group improvisation to build confidence and vocal creativity.
• Preparing for the jam session—understanding how to collaborate and shine in a live setting.

Day 4: Performance Confidence & Stage Presence

Focus: Fine-tune your performance skills and build stage confidence.

• Techniques to manage stage fright and engage the audience.
• Rehearse and polish your song for the final showcase.
• Second 30-minute private lesson to perfect your interpretation and vocal style.

Day 5: Showcase & Jam Session

Focus: Perform and apply your skills in a live performance and jam session.

• Full rehearsal and last-minute adjustments before the showcase.
• Final Showcase: Each participant performs 1 song, showcasing their interpretation and improvisational skills.
• Jam Session: A fun, collaborative experience where you apply what you've learned, improvise, and sing alongside your peers.

Venue & Schedule:

• Location: Music School Pavao Markovac & Elementary School Silvije Strahimir Kranjčević, Zagreb, Croatia.
• Time: Daily sessions on weekdays from 17:00 to 20:00 // Saturday and Sunday - 16-19h

Fee:

• €220 per participant.
  This includes all group sessions, 2 x 30-minute private lessons, workbook, audio exercises, and participation in the final showcase and jam session.

Registration:

• Sign up here on the Eventbrite page (additional fees may be applied for Eventbrite platform)
• Bank transfer:
  OSNOVNA GLAZBENA ŠKOLA BRAČ
  Trg Hrvatskog skupa 10,
  21412 Pučišća, otok Brač, HRVATSKA
  IBAN CODE: HR3023600001102161457
  SWIFT CODE: ZABA HR2X
• Cash on arrival (please make sure to sign up either way)

Accommodation:

The organizers don't provide accommodation, but we can give recommendations. We like to let our participants choose where they'd like to stay according to their budget and preferences.

Travel:

The workshop destination is in Zagreb, Croatia so plan your trip accordingly.

Contact info: majasavicjazz@gmail.com