If you have ever been curious about what it might be like to express yourself in song…

This 12-week class offers the opportunity to work on a song in a safe space. While experiencing the support of a small community, we will learn from each other as we deepen our understanding of singing, breath, how to support your voice more fully and how to navigate our fear of singing in front of others.

If you or someone you know has always wanted to sing but hold the belief that you do not have skills and/or talent… please know that you are welcome. I am passionate about teaching voice and look forward to supporting your exploration of voice during our fall session!

Dates: Thursdays, Sep 12- Nov 28, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Place: Dalhousie Community Association in the Sunrise Room
Cost: $150.00* for Twelve 90-Minute Classes
Total Spaces Available: 14

*Please note: There is a processing fee when paying online.

What past participants have said...

"There is no better way of staying in the present than getting out of your head and returning to your physical senses. Alison has taught us through dance, breathing, awareness and exercises to be in our bodies, to search for and hopefully dissolve the blockages of the past that are inhibiting us in song as well as in life. Throughout this journey Alison has gently guided us, molded us into a strong, supportive yet tender group of dear friends. Learning to sing is just the bonus. Who thought I could learn so much more at 82..... Thank you, Alison." -HJ

"I have always wanted to sing but had no confidence in my ability. Alison's encouragement, enthusiasm, help and gradual challenging you to do more than you thought you could do, has helped me a great deal. Singing in our group has become more enjoyable." - DD

Regardless of previous experience, skills or abilities…

For the past 13 years, the Perfectly Imperfects have been passionate about creating a safe space to nurture and empower older adults while they gain the confidence needed to explore their desire to sing, move, and act in their own ‘perfectly imperfect’ way. Through the process of building our original theatrical shows that weave story, song and movement, we support each other to be healthy, purposeful, engaged and active. The result is our gift of joyful entertainment as well as connection for and with the larger community.

In this session, we will begin to build a new show that celebrates songs from the 1950s, which we will perform on April 4 - 5, 2025… in our very own Alberta Afternoon format - a simulated live radio broadcast with commercials, songs, movement, and skits.  Reading music, dance, acting and/or previous experience is not required – only a commitment to the group and a willingness to explore the possibilities!

Please note: We do not use sheet music, but instead, we use lyric sheets and audio tracks to learn the songs.

Dates: Mondays, September 9 - December 9, 2024 (no class on October 14 and November 11)
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Place: Dalhousie Community Association in the Conference Room
Cost: $150.00* for Twelve 1.5 hour Classes
Total Spaces Available: 25

Productions:

Have ever wanted a safe place to explore your singing voice?

With only 14 spaces available, the journey of self discovery through singing continues this spring for adults 18+. This 11-week evening class offers the opportunity to explore your unique voice in a safe space while being supported by a small community of amazing humans.

Throughout our time together, we will follow a basic structure… we begin with a welcome, a check in, a warm up for the body & voice, a vocal teaching, and end with a check out. In between, for this session, we will build capacity & confidence to sing while giving and receiving songs, explore why fear comes up when singing, support each other while applying the vocal teachings, and take a deeper dive into where the voice is held and/or blocked in the body.

If there is a part of you that would love to explore the connection between opening your voice & healing your heart…
while being supported by a loving community… please join us!

Dates: Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 20
Time: 7:15 - 9:00 p.m.
Place: Dalhousie Community Association
Cost: $175* for Eleven 1.75-Hour Classes

For those returning… please note the time change …we now start at 7:15!

*Processing fees apply when registering online

What past participants have said...

If you have ever been curious about what it might be like to express yourself in song…

This 12-week class offers the opportunity to work on a song in a safe space. While experiencing the support of a small community, we will learn from each other as we deepen our understanding of singing, breath, how to support your voice more fully, how to prepare a song for performance, as well as tips for overcoming performance anxiety.

If you or someone you know has always wanted to sing but hold the belief that you do not have skills and/or talent… please know that you are welcome. I am passionate about teaching voice and look forward to supporting your exploration of voice during our spring session!

Dates: Thursdays, Apr 4 - Jun 20, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Place: Dalhousie Community Association in the Sunrise Room
Cost: $150.00* for Twelve 90-Minute Classes

*Please note: There is a processing fee when paying online.

What past participants have said...

"There is no better way of staying in the present than getting out of your head and returning to your physical senses. Alison has taught us through dance, breathing, awareness and exercises to be in our bodies, to search for and hopefully dissolve the blockages of the past that are inhibiting us in song as well as in life. Throughout this journey Alison has gently guided us, molded us into a strong, supportive yet tender group of dear friends. Learning to sing is just the bonus. Who thought I could learn so much more at 82..... Thank you, Alison." -HJ

"I have always wanted to sing but had no confidence in my ability. Alison's encouragement, enthusiasm, help and gradual challenging you to do more than you thought you could do, has helped me a great deal. Singing in our group has become more enjoyable." - DD

Regardless of previous experience, skills or abilities…

For the past 12 years, the Perfectly Imperfects have been passionate about creating a safe space to nurture and empower older adults while they gain the confidence needed to explore their desire to sing, move, and act in their own ‘perfectly imperfect’ way. Through the process of building our original theatrical shows that weave story, song and movement, we support each other to be healthy, purposeful, engaged and active. The result is our gift of joyful entertainment as well as connection for and with the larger community.

In this session, we will be drawing from our vast library of songs to create mini shows to perform in and around Calgary. We will present them in our very own Alberta Afternoon format - a simulated live radio broadcast with commercials, songs, movement, and skits.  Reading music, dance, acting and/or previous experience is not required – only a willingness to explore the possibilities!

Please note: We do not use sheet music, but instead, we use lyric sheets and audio tracks to learn the songs.

Dates: Mondays, April 1 - June 24, 2024 (no class on May 20th)
Time: 11:00 - 12:30
Place: Dalhousie Community Association in the Conference Room
Cost: $150.00* for Twelve 1.5 hour Classes

Productions:

An experiential, in-person singing class that will support you to find your voice and/or improve your singing... from the inside out!

Have ever wanted a safe place to explore your singing voice?

With only 14 spaces available, the journey of self discovery through singing continues this fall for people 18+. This 12-week evening class offers the opportunity to explore your unique voice in a safe space while being supported by a small community of amazing humans.

Although we follow a basic structure… a welcome, check in, warm up for the body & voice, a vocal teaching, and a check out at the end… what happens in the middle depends on the needs and desires of the community.

In past sessions we have explored building capacity & confidence to sing while giving & receiving songs, part singing, shared leadership with singing & drumming in different languages as well as singing & engaging the body in simple circle dances.

If there is a part of you that would love to explore the connection between opening your voice & healing your heart… while being supported by a loving community… please join us!

Investment: $185 for Twelve 1.75-Hour Classes
Please note: Processing fees apply when registering on Eventbrite*

For those returning…
please note the time change
…we now start at 7:15!

What past participants have said...

Have you ever been curious about what it might be like to express yourself in song?

As we prepare to step into a new year full of possibilities, I am excited to invite you to consider giving the gift of singing to yourself or a loved one. This 12-week class offers the opportunity to work on a song in a safe space. While experiencing the support of a small community of lovely people, we will learn from each other as we deepen our understanding of singing, breath, how to support your voice more fully, how to prepare a song for performance, as well as tips for overcoming performance anxiety.

If you or someone you know has always wanted to sing but hold the belief that you do not have skills and/or talent… please know that you are welcome. I am passionate about teaching voice and look forward to supporting your exploration of voice during our winter session!

Investment: $165.00 for Twelve 90-Minute Classes
Please note: Processing fees apply when registering on Eventbrite*

What past participants have said...

"I have always wanted to sing but had no confidence in my ability. Alison's encouragement, enthusiasm, help and gradual challenging you to do more than you thought you could do, has helped me a great deal. Singing in our group has become more enjoyable." - DD

An experiential, in-person singing class that will support you to find your voice and/or improve your singing... from the inside out!

Have ever wanted a safe place to explore your singing voice?

With only 14 spaces available, the journey of self discovery through singing continues this fall for people 18+. This 11-week evening class explores singing, breath, where the voice is held in the body, self discovery, guided meditations and performance anxiety. Whether you are returning or joining for the first time, I invite you to come and dive in as we explore what it is to freely express your singing voice within a small, supportive community of beautiful humans…

Please Note: There is no class on September 28 & October 26th

What past participants have said...

Have you ever been curious about what it might be like to express yourself in song?

Whether you are 18 or 78, have experience or not, I invite you to come and explore your singing voice. Beginning with where participants are at presently, this small group supports each member to begin to “free their voice” in a gradual way.

Side effects may include an improved relationship with self, an increased sense of well being, improved confidence, new friends, and a touch of joy!

Please note: There is no class on September 28th and October 26th.

What past participants have said...

"I have always wanted to sing but had no confidence in my ability. Alison's encouragement, enthusiasm, help and gradual challenging you to do more than you thought you could do, has helped me a great deal. Singing in our group has become more enjoyable." - DD

Working toward a performance in the spring of 2024, in this session we continue to build our new show, which focuses on celebrating eight Canadian Singers - Paul Anka, Ian Tyson, Gordon Lightfoot, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Anne Murray and Connie Kauldor.

We will present it in our very own Alberta Afternoon format - a simulated live radio broadcast with commercials, songs, movement, and skits.  Reading music, dance, acting and/or previous experience is not required – only a willingness to explore the possibilities!

Please note:
Although we are open to welcoming new members who are 55+ to join the Perfectly Imperfects at this time, because we are well into our process, extra practice will be required to get caught up.

We do not use sheet music, but instead, we use lyric sheets and audio tracks to learn the songs.

Although this class may offer the opportunity for people 55+ to perform in smaller groups, the focus of the class is to work within a supportive large group setting to prepare for Christmas performances.

Unlike most choirs, instead of using sheet music*, we will use lyric sheets and audio tracks that are sent to you via email. Although practice is required, reading music, a great voice and/or previous singing experience is not required – only a desire to sing and a willingness to have fun with others!

*People who have only sung using sheet music and/or people with perfect or relative pitch may find the class challenging.

If you are 55+ and enjoy singing, "Tunes on Tuesdays Sing-a-long" may be for you!

Do you know what activity relieves stress, stimulates your immune response, improves your lung function, helps with memory, and develops a sense of belonging and connection – all while you enjoy yourself? The answer is… singing “Tunes on Tuesdays!” You don’t need to have a great voice and no previous singing experience is necessary... just a desire and willingness to choose a favorite song from the songbook, sing it with the group, and have some fun!

Please note: There will be no class on September 12 & 26

An experiential, in-person singing class that will support you to find your voice and/or improve your singing... from the inside out!

Within a small supportive community of adults this 10-week evening class explores singing, breath, where the voice is held in the body, self discovery, guided meditations and performance anxiety. No previous singing experience is necessary.

To save 10%, register and use the code “SING” before April 5th!

What past participants have said...

An experiential, in-person singing class that will support you to find your voice and/or improve your singing... from the inside out!

Within a small supportive community of adults this 12 week morning class explores singing, breath, where the voice is held in the body, self discovery, guided meditations and performance anxiety. No previous singing experience is necessary.

To save 10%, register and use the code “SING” before March 29th!

What past participants have said...

Although this class may offer participants who are 55+ the opportunity to perform solos or in small groups, the focus of the class is to work within a supportive large group setting.

We continue to prepare songs for performances at the end of the spring session in June. Unlike most choirs, instead of using sheet music, we will use lyric sheets and audio tracks to learn and practice the songs. A great voice and/or previous singing experience is not required - only a desire to sing and a willingness to have fun with others!

Please note: People who have only sung using sheet music and/or people with perfect or relative pitch may find the class challenging.

If you enjoy singing, "All Request Tunes on Tuesdays" may be for you!

Participants 55+ are invited to request a favourite tune from the songbook to sing together. You don't need to have a great voice and no previous singing experience is necessary...just a desire and willingness to sing and have some fun!

What can the winter garden us teach about self care? Join us as we dig into the healing wisdom of the garden!

Within a supportive community, this 5-week experiential course will explore plant life during the winter: Dormancy, Winter Pruning, Above & Below Ground Processes, Protection, and Awakening. Each week we will “transplant” the wisdom of the garden to explore Rest, Pruning Back, Integration and Intention setting in relation to your own Self Care.

Previous Self Care through Gardening Programs…

"The Container Gardening and Self Care workshop was exactly what I needed to work through some challenging life growth issues. Alison is a Master at her craft; a wise and compassionate counsellor as well as a knowledgeable and brilliant gardener. Her generosity of spirit shone throughout the course and I came away with a greater love for myself and Mother Earth...as well as some beautiful new plants for my own garden! I highly recommend Alison's services." - JC

 “I learned through the Container Gardening & Self Care course that I was actually nurturing myself while learning to care for my plants!  Alison shared her vast knowledge of gardening and lead us in her gentle, caring way to feed and grow our souls as well.” - YA

Within a supportive community of adults this class explores singing, breath, where the voice is held in the body, self discovery, guided meditations and performance anxiety.

No previous singing experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing.

To save 10%, register and use the code “SING” before January 19th!

What past participants have said...

Although this class may offer participants who are 55+ the opportunity to perform solos or in small groups, the focus of the class is to work within a supportive large group setting.

We will begin to prepare songs for performances at the end of the spring session in June. Unlike most choirs, instead of using sheet music, we will use lyric sheets and audio tracks to learn and practice the songs. A great voice and/or previous singing experience is not required - only a desire to sing and a willingness to have fun with others!

Please note: People who have only sung using sheet music and/or people with perfect or relative pitch may find the class challenging.

Completion of our 10th Anniversary Christmas Show in December 2022 means that we will be welcoming new members who are 55+ to join the Perfectly Imperfects in January 2023!

Working toward a performance in the spring of 2024, in this session we will begin building a new show, which may include song, dance, commercials, and skits.  Reading music, dance, acting and/or previous experience is not required – only a willingness to explore the possibilities!