Events - Ruth Gerson

Events

""A bracing mixture of defiance and open-heartedness and a songwriting talent that is arresting!"
-Stephen Holden, The New York Times"

HOUSE CONCERTS / LIVING ROOM CONCERTS

Bring Some Music Home

Ruth has been playing house concerts and living room shows across the country and abroad for over 25 years. “I have made many lifelong friends performing in living rooms. House concerts give both the artist and the audience the most connected, up close way to experience live music. They are my favorite way to play. Songs become conversations that are eye-to-eye, face-to-face. There’s a lot of laughter, along with the music. You get to know the audience and they get to know you, in a way that would be impossible anywhere else. You never want the night to end.”

House concerts aka LRC’s are private shows hosted by individual friends and fans. Some hosts open their homes to a wider audience (friends of friends). Guests can bring food and drinks to share, and there is generally a suggested donation or ticket price. They are also effective fundraising vehicles. Ruth has helped raise over $100,000 for schools and charities playing shows in private homes. Shows are most often performed without amplification and have between 40-80 people, although some are larger, and light amplification is used. The atmosphere is intimate with audience members inches from the performance.

“This was a beautiful performance and an amazing show. Having Ruth play for our friends and family in the intimacy of our home was a truly wonderful event. We're still raving about her songs and cannot wait to have her back; her voice is incredible, it soared through our living room!”
Deb Palazzi, Houston, Texas

“Her music was great and her warm and friendly presence really got the audience involved. I remember being blown away by the amazing power of her vocals and the depth of her lyrics.” I also remember how great it was to work with her leading up to the concert” The other thing that was nice about having Ruth Gerson play our house concert series was that she brought in some new faces that hadn't heard of us before but were big fans of hers.”
Paul Phillips, Heathcote House Concerts, www.heathcote.org, Freeland, MD

“Ruth's living room concerts are comfy, cozy and intimate, the BEST way to have a musical experience.”
Dan Aufhauser (Executive Producer, SUGO Music Agency), San Francisco, CA

“Having Ruth in concert in your own home makes for the best evening you could ever hope for. Watching your friends be spellbound by her amazing voice and presence is something you have to experience for yourself.”
Adrienne Byrd, Greensboro, NC

“We moved out of NYC and asked Ruth to play at our housewarming party in Connecticut. She made us the most popular people in the neighborhood! Ruth is so talented and so incredibly delightful. Everyone raved and wanted to know how to contact her. She is a gift that just keeps on giving!”
Kerry Berchem, Fairfield, CT

“Ruth's performance is spellbinding! Every moment of the living room concert grabs your heart and lifts your spirits. An experience not to be missed.”
Olga Lara, Houston, Texas

“Ruth's voice is mesmerizing! Her songs will make you quiver!! Not an ounce of fat on her music. This is the Real Deal!”
Randy Villa, Santa Rosa House Concerts, Santa Rosa, CA

“We were incredibly lucky to have Ruth perform a living room concert as a fundraiser for our school. Without question, it was the most intense, beautiful, life affirming, rockin', fun concert we've been to. Her music is incredible, and her personality shines throughout. Ruth connects to everyone.”
Deb Ryan, Cary, NC

“My friends didn't know what to expect they'd never been to a living room concert before. They were blown away and can't wait for Ruth to come back for an encore performance.”
Marcella Kanfer Rolnick, Akron, OH

“Ruth has played at two of our parties. She is always a lot of fun with a knack for comedy, she really makes us laugh and with such a wonderful voice and poetic lyrics, we are drawn into her show. Her concerts bring a level of intimacy and purpose to the events that our friends rave about. We look forward to having her perform again.”
Rob Code, New York, NY

“I had never heard of a “Living Room Concert” and was suspicious but seeing Ruth Gerson in such an intimate setting was one of the best musical experiences I've ever had. It was great night, in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere and everyone in attendance commented on how shocked we were that such an enormous talent was right there in the room laughing and talking with us.”
Joseph Reilly, Manahawkin, NJ

“Ruth's voice is incredibly powerful both emotionally and musically. It is an amazing experience to see her live, in the intimacy of a living room.”
Laura Davies, San Francisco, CA

“Ruth is part Janis Joplin, part Chrissie Hynde, part Bonnie Raitt, part Sarah McLachlin. What a treat to have my home filled with sound of her powerful voice and music. Everyone loved the show and asked when would I do it again!”
Beth Alsberg, Oakland, CA

“Having Ruth for a Living Room Concert was an AMAZING experience that all our friends and family are still talking about months later!! Not only is Ruth a fantastic singer, but she is a wonderful and beautiful person as well that became an instant part of our family. We look forward to attending and hosting more Living Room Concerts in the future. Ruth ROCKS in more ways that one…”
Meggan Rush, Sacramento, California

“Ruth rocked my Bridgeport apartment with her living room concert. Friends, family and strangers attended and all were blown away. She also has a way of bringing people together, by the end of the night, we were one big family.”
Aimee Potter, Chicago, IL

Your Team’s Got Talent

Online & In-Person Team Building, Bonding & Merriment

It’s extraordinary what sharing your gifts with each other can do for team spirit. If you’re looking for a team building activity that will allow your group to safely let their hair down, have fun and feel closer, this is it! Ruth has extensive experience leading team building activities in Silicon Valley with many companies including Apple, Google and NetApp. She is excited to meet your group and give each member of your team the support they need to share their talents (even the hidden ones). For those who insist they do not have a talent, she will help them find something engaging – and often amazing to share.

What happens?

Ruth connects with your team before the show and discovers the talent each person will share. She makes sure all material is appropriate and gently steers any questionable acts towards something that will work for the event, finalizing acts with your company HR. She creates a set order for flow and plans for technical logistics. Ruth also gathers introduction information for each team member, so as she MC’s the event, each performer feels recognized and appreciated.

If any team members needs extra help, guidance and support, 1:1 time with Ruth can be attained as an add-on.

The day of the show, there are brief introductions and a “temperature check.” We do 5 minutes of vocal and physical warm-ups as an ice-breaker, followed by 5mins of a performance exercise to help steady nerves. Then – ON WITH THE SHOW! When each performance is complete, a massive appreciation is given before the next introduction – and we often close out the event with a short singalong, just for fun!

Please send an email inquiry to book.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Holiday singalong or caroling events can be booked as a house concert or as a corporate celebration. You get to pick the song list. You can do Christmas carols or pick a multi-cultural set list that celebrates the season. It can be all ages and include families. It is the perfect way to bring your friends or your team some holiday cheer in a warm and abundantly joyous atmosphere. (These events generally book far in advance. Please book ASAP.)

Please send an email inquiry to book.

SING BETTER IN A DAY

"SING BETTER IN A DAY!" VOCAL BOOTCAMP

A Revolution In Voice Training. The Singingbelt makes breathing for singing easy, so you can learn how to support your voice and sing better fast. Its unique design improves vocal breathing technique and demystifies singing from the diaphragm.

“Sing Better In A Day!” is a LIVE Zoom class with acclaimed vocal coach and Singingbelt designer, Ruth Gerson & includes the Singingbelt (mailed to you) and Singingbelt System [a 55min instructional streaming video + 45min of downloadable vocal exercises (MP3s)]. + access to the class video for 30 days.

In this “Vocal Bootcamp” Ruth teaches the four main components of good vocal technique: breath support, breath placement, positioning (larynx, jaw, palate, tongue, mouth) and how to ear train effectively. You’ll be able to make sure you are wearing and using your Singingbelt correctly. You’ll also be able to ask questions & get answers from Ruth directly – – all for less than the cost of a single private lesson.

Learn How To Breath, Learn How To Sing!

To REGISTER, please first submit payment via PayPal. A registration completion letter and Zoom link will be emailed within 12 hrs of your PayPal payment. $125 ($99, if you already own the Singingbelt System)

""A bracing mixture of defiance and open-heartedness and a songwriting talent that is arresting!"
-Stephen Holden, The New York Times"

HOUSE CONCERTS / LIVING ROOM CONCERTS

TEAM BUILDING

Your Team’s Got Talent

"Ruth Gerson is a sensitive woman with a whale of a rock 'n' roll voice."
-David Weigand, San Francisco Chronicle

HOLIDAY EVENTS

SING BETTER IN A DAY

"SING BETTER IN A DAY!" VOCAL BOOTCAMP

""A bracing mixture of defiance and open-heartedness and a songwriting talent that is arresting!"-Stephen Holden, The New York Times"

HOUSE CONCERTS / LIVING ROOM CONCERTS

TEAM BUILDING

Your Team’s Got Talent

"Ruth Gerson is a sensitive woman with a whale of a rock 'n' roll voice."-David Weigand, San Francisco Chronicle

HOLIDAY EVENTS

SING BETTER IN A DAY

"SING BETTER IN A DAY!" VOCAL BOOTCAMP

""A bracing mixture of defiance and open-heartedness and a songwriting talent that is arresting!"
-Stephen Holden, The New York Times"

"Ruth Gerson is a sensitive woman with a whale of a rock 'n' roll voice."
-David Weigand, San Francisco Chronicle