# Event Details - **Event Name**: Introduction to Musical Improv - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: No singing experience needed! Learn to make up songs on the spot, including melody, rhyme, rhythm—and turn scenes into musical moments.About this EventStep into the world where song meets spontaneity in this three-hour introduction to musical improv! No singing experience required! Just bring your creativity and willingness to play. In this workshop, you'll learn the basics of making up songs on the spot, including simple melodies, rhyming, keeping the beat, and how to turn everyday scenes into catchy musical moments. We’ll explore how to listen and support your scene partners as well as the essentials of rhythm, styling, and musical storytelling. Perfect for improvisers looking to add a new dimension to their skills, this class will have you singing, laughing, and creating show-stopping moments in no time! All experience levels welcome.Daytime workshops at the Big Couch Binge offer something for improvisers of all levels, from those just starting out to seasoned performers looking to enrich their skills.And, don't forget about our multi-workshop passes that provide a discount when taking more than one workshop on either day. See our full event page for workshop bundles.About the Instructors - Lynae Leblanc & Carly StroudLynae Leblanc is a former child model for a portrait studio next to the Long John Silvers in the most downtrodden wing of the Tacoma Mall. She is also a Big Easy nominated actress that has performed, produced, taught and directed sketch and improvised comedy in the New Orleans area for over 20 years and was the founder/directer of The National Comedy Company from 2005-2011. Her original live cartoon sketch comedy show Drunktoons featured her subpar animation and voice work and was a hit at the two comedy/theater festivals that thought it was a good idea to let comedians get wasted on stage. Currently, she coaches Sorry We’re Singing improvised musicals at Big Couch where she performs regularly with the Big Big Show, Spicy Bits, and Nerd Night, and co-directs sketch comedy. Carly Stroud has been improvising since 2005 and performing even longer! She studied at The Second City and embraced their online curriculum during the pandemic. She helped to establish her college troupe, Lincoln’s Security Detail, and is the co-founder of Capital City Improv in Springfield, IL with her husband, Drew. Since moving to New Orleans, she has become a regular player with Big Couch, performing with various troupes such as Nerd Night, Sorry We’re Singing, and her favorite… We’re Partners. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-orleans/introduction-to-musical-improv/100001996425278751 - **Event Categories**: workshops, comedy, live-music, entertainment, performances, festivals, art, theatre, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Big Couch - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 54.86, max: 54.86, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New Orleans - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: Big Couch - **lat**: 29.9665058 - **long**: -90.04041769999999 - **full address**: Big Couch, 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Introduction to Musical Improv - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f233b7f103ba144c956a9194b59d0254c2d30c7dcb0eb0a8027a545aab03e338-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1785736091 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Introduction to Musical Improv being held? - **A:** Introduction to Musical Improv takes place on Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Big Couch, 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Introduction to Musical Improv? - **A:** Introduction to Musical Improv is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Introduction to Musical Improv? - **A:** Introduction to Musical Improv is organized by Big Couch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Introduction to Musical Improv is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Orleans, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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