how to lead circle singing

a digital course with davin youngs

you've stood in the circle. you've felt a room full of people become one sound. this course teaches you how to be the one in the center.

get the course · $47

one-time payment. go at your own pace. watch lesson 1 free below.

lesson 1: welcome + my story

who this is for

  • the curious beginner who has never heard of circle singing
  • the singer who has stood in circles but never led one
  • the teacher, choir director or facilitator who wants new tools
  • the seasoned leader hungry for a fresh perspective

if you love singing, community, improvisation, or the kind of connection that makes a room feel alive, this course was made for you.

what you'll learn

nine video lessons that take you from your own voice to the center of the circle. at the heart of it is a simple four-part form you can return to no matter who is in the room.

motorthe engine
interlockerthe space between
melodywhere the song emerges
harmonythe full bloom
  1. welcome + my story (free preview)
  2. personal language: finding your improvisational voice
  3. rhythm and groove: finding the beat in your body
  4. the motor: building the engine of a circle song
  5. the interlocker: finding the space between the beats
  6. the melody: where the song emerges
  7. harmony and descant: filling out the full sound
  8. leadership in the circle: stepping into the center
  9. closing: the world needs your circles
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what people are saying

"This course found me at the most perfect time, just a week before I lead my very first circle singing workshop in Berlin tomorrow, and I moved through it with so much joy and heartfelt appreciation."Bade, Berlin
"The information in this course is simple to understand and so empowering as a circle singing / song leader. Thank you!"Jeff, Seattle
"I've led circle singing for years, but the ways Davin can synthesize the process is the clearest I've ever seen. I feel inspired!"Kennedy, New Mexico

about davin

davin youngs has spent more than a decade bringing circle singing to communities around the world. he founded chicago circle singing in 2016, where gatherings drew more than 1,000 people in 2025 alone. he has led circle songs for 5,000 neuroscientists, found his way to this practice through bobby mcferrin's workshop at the omega institute, and continues to study with rhiannon. he holds a degree in vocal performance from oberlin conservatory.

the world needs your circles.

now you know how to lead them.

get the course · $47

one-time payment. lifetime access to all nine lessons.