Circle Singing and the Healing Voice

Description of Class

There is a concession available for this course for people: Under 25, over 65 or in full time unemployment. A fun and playful exploration of voice, group singing and in-the-moment music making. Voicework provides a gentle, therapeutic approach to connect more deeply with ourselves and support wellbeing. Singing and working with the voice engages the breath, connects to the heart, calms the nervous system and takes us out of our busy minds. We use our voices for so much outward communication, for singing melodies and harmonies, but the voice can also be an incredible ally, a way-in to understanding ourselves more deeply. In these sessions you will learn simple vocal tools that help tap into the parasympathetic nervous system, release emotional/ mental blocks and cultivate a deeper connection to innate wisdom. We will also sing together, weaving tapestries of sound whilst learning new techniques and building blocks for song creation and vocal collaboration. No experience required. These sessions are for anyone interested in singing and the voice, including those who don’t think they can sing. Your tutor Bex Fidler has an MA in the applied arts, a diploma with distinction in holistic voice therapy, is trained in collaborative vocal improvisation techniques and is initiated and trained in shamanic practices from the Q’ero tradition. You can read Bex's full bio on our tutor page. Testimonials: The group singing with Bex was such an original experience; gentle, friendly, funny and light along with being focussed, professional and powerful. The energy of the women, the way our voices weaved together, and how we surprised ourselves with our own voices, the spontaneity, the developing confidence in new techniques, and trusting ourselves - it was beautiful and powerful, and at times, totally hysterical. I adored it and would love to be part of it again. Bex is skilled and confident and makes the sessions fun and safe. I found this a really positive, uplifting and rewarding experience .. It feels so good to be allowed to just sing and share for no reason other than to feel the joy that is created in that moment. I enjoyed connecting with others through sound, exploring my abilities, playing with my voice, pushing my fears and inhibitions away. Growing my confidence. I found the whole experience very helpful and calming, I was very surprised how much of a positive effect it had on me. Bex was lovely in her approach and put me completely at ease.