LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
#1LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/26/11 at 1:34pm
Well, even though X-Mas has come and gone, I am still in the giving spirit! I've had SO MANY requests for this over the years, that I am finally doing it:
I'm posting an episode of Theatre Corner with Stephen Ferguson where I will talk about, IN DETAIL, my personal "Scat" singing techniques.
For those of you who have been waiting forever for this, you're welcome! And for those who are just fans of "Scat" style singing, you're ALSO welcome!
Happy Holidays to all, and as always,
Keep dancin' across those boards,
Stephen Ferguson
http://youtu.be/ChWPXKLm4Rc
FindingNamo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/22/03
#2LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/26/11 at 1:48pmI do not even think I have a brown bandana.
#3LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/26/11 at 2:08pmI smell scat crap...
Phyllis Rogers Stone
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/16/07
#5LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/26/11 at 7:09pm
OMG Phyllis! If only I could pull something like that off! I'm too bashful to take my tee shirt off at the local public pool!
This is too much fun. I feel like we're all at a slumber party! Who's going to fall asleep first? Better watch out for Mrs. Ben Stone or you might wake up with "Lloyd Webber Fan" written in black Sharpie across your forehead!
How to Scat
#6LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 1:44am
I personally learned to scat from the Predator :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7cAdHy7lig
FindingNamo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/22/03
#7LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 2:01amI hadn't clicked on any of the links but did on this one, didn't watch it but did watch the episode on body image issues. I laughed a lot. Like most of these webisodes that people produce it's about 1/3 too long. I understand that compression is hard to do when you're working in video and you can shoot all the time you want. It's a common problem with these satirical videos. Still, I laughed.
#8LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 2:58pm
If I'm not mistaken, that last comment almost sounded like a COMPLIMENT! And, compared to most commentary here, a GLOWING one, at that!
FindingNamo, I am honestly and truly flattered that you watched one of my videos and laughed. All joking and bits aside, it means a tremendous amount. Thank you.
Now... How about the rest of you!?
Theatre Corner Episode 16 - How to Scat
#9LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 3:00pm
...And here's a link to the Body Image episode FindingNamo liked so much.
Theatre Corner with Stephen Ferguson - Body Image
ghostlight2
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/5/04
#10LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 3:28pm
I think you're funny and loved the make-up in the body image bit. I also think you're trying a little too hard and your segments are a little too long. Be advised, if you are not already aware, that the use of "corner" 'round these parts conjures up "Corine's Corner", a poster here who is not much-beloved, so you're getting a little guilt by association there.
Good luck.
Ps: get another backdrop. The one you have looks like a shower curtain.
Phyllis Rogers Stone
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/16/07
#11LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 3:36pmI think our little Borat-lite is kind of cute.
ghostlight2
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/5/04
#12LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 3:42pmTook the words right out of my mouth, Phyl.
#13LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 3:50pm
"I do not even think I have a brown bandana."
LOL! Are those still happening?
#14LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 4:06pm
If you guys were here, you'd see I'm blushing!
Great notes, ghostlight. Maybe I'll take a trip to Michael's and try to find something in a smart, dark burgundy gaberdine?
I don't know this Corine, but my hope is that I'll RECLAIM "Corner," so you'll think of me instead!
Thanks for the support, you guys! I feel like I'm back in Thespians International all over again. Remember, if you like my videos, SUBSCRIBE and tell your pals! And if you don't, post photoshopped pictures of me here.
Keep dancin' across those boards,
Stephen Ferguson
Theatre Corner with Stephen Ferguson
Updated On: 12/27/11 at 04:06 PM
#15LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 6:54pmSo far, you are just as annoying as Corine, so I don't think you are going to win anything back.
#16LEARN TO SCAT from a MASTER
Posted: 12/27/11 at 7:48pm
Come on now, TheatreDiva. If you're going to take swings, at least be as creative as Ms. Stone.
Photoshop my head on Florence Foster Jenkins or Philip J. Smith. Get inspired!
Keep dancin' across those boards,
Stephen Ferguson
Theatre Corner with Stephen Ferguson
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