VAST UK -Voice and Somatic Training for All

Name: VAST UK -Voice and Somatic Training for All
Start: 2024-11-30T11:15:00+01:00
End: 2024-11-30T17:30:00+01:00
Location: Horfield Meeting House

Schedule

Sat Nov 30 2024 at 11:15 am to 05:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Horfield Meeting House | Bristol, EN

Day Course with VAST UK- 'Voice and Somatic Training for All'
This course can be attended both live and live online.
This day course (for ages 16 plus) is suitable for all levels of confidence and ability. Expect a fun, lively and easy-going day, enabling some serious learning. We will support you all the way!
Cost: £70 (£60 for previous attendees)
Please email [email protected] to book or go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vast-voice-and-somatic-training-for-all-tickets-1003557997987
and book your tickets online
Embark upon an expansion of mind, body and voice!
Understand and experience the importance of posture and releasing physical tension to improve confidence and voice projection.
Learn how to work effectively with your breathing.
We will be using a powerful combination of Qigong, Sound Daoyin and contemporary singing technique. At the end of the day we will be singing some great songs from a variety of genres, to enjoy the positive effects/results of the day’s exercise.
SOUND DAOYIN
Sound Daoyin is a Chinese system of vocal sounds and breathing techniques to improve health and vocal power. More than 2000 years ago, Daoyin specialists in China were teaching breathing techniques in order to prevent and also to treat illness. Another technique was to use sound. The producing of each sound is linked to one of the five organs. Exercises using the five sounds use sound waves to open the body’s channels and meridians. The sound waves also cause vibration in the organs and tissues, which is beneficial in the treatment of problems in the relevant areas. Different sounds can be used to precisely target specific areas and the organs, wherever there is a malfunction. Good results can often be achieved in a short time. Whilst the Sound Daoyin contains many references to singing, it also applies to all who need to make good use of their voice and can help with many issues regarding loss of voice and problems with voice projection.
COURSE AGENDA
10.15am Short introductory talk followed by Qigong exercises to release tension, establish good posture to support vocal production, and free up the body.
11.15 Refreshments and a chance to ask any questions.
11.35 Sound Daoyin a long established Chinese system of breathing and sound techniques for self-healing.
1.00pm to 2.15pm Lunch with an opportunity to eat together at a nearby venue.
2.30pm: Short meditative exercise to aid digestion and clear the mind, followed by singing technique and warm up exercises.
3.30pm to 3.45pm: Refreshments
3.45pm to 4.30pm: Lively and informal session in which we sing a wide variety of songs from different genres (we will share the playlist with you upon booking). You will be supported by the musicians with voice, piano, guitar, cello and accordion and perhaps a few surprises! For example, Dennison Joseph, from legendary Bristol reggae band Talisman, will be dropping in to end a beautiful day with a couple of reggae songs!

Who are 'VAST UK'?
Sarah Bartlett is a highly experienced Tai Chi and Qigong Instructor and Buqi Therapist. She has 32 years of Tai Chi training and was a dedicated student of the late lineage holder and internationally renowned Tai Chi Grandmaster Dr Shen Hongxun. Over the past 23 years, Sarah has run her own successful private teaching practice offering courses, retreats and 1:1 therapy. She has also worked for a wide variety of organisations including many years with Bristol Parkinson’s. As a musician, Sarah has sung with Pee Wee Ellis (James Brown’s band), members of Black Roots, Talisman and Jungle Red and with some of the top Jazz and Soul session musicians in Bristol.
Jo Levine is a qualified and experienced Music Therapist and is registered with the Health Professions Council. She has worked with people with a very wide range of complex needs, in the NHS, schools and community settings. Jo has also taught Piano and Piano Accordion for over 25 years, as a freelance tutor in her own studio, in schools, and at Bath University. As a performer, Jo has played Piano Accordion with bands at many festivals and events including Glastonbury and WOMAD, and in music and dance shows supported by Arts Council England.
We look forward to meeting you!