Vocal Empowerment: Reclaim Your Voice, Reclaim Your Self Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)

Name: Vocal Empowerment: Reclaim Your Voice, Reclaim Your Self Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
Start: 2025-08-22T18:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-08-23T16:00:00-05:00
Location: 120 E Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA, United States, Iowa 52233

Schedule

Fri, 22 Aug, 2025 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 23 Aug, 2025 at 04:00 pm

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Location

120 E Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA, United States, Iowa 52233 | Hiawatha, IA

Friday, Aug. 22, 6:30 p.m.–Saturday, Aug. 23, 4 p.m. U.S. Central Time
Come to Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for a heart-centered journey into the power of the human voice—its ability to express deep emotion, release fear and awaken healing vibrations within. It’s not just for singers; in fact, it may be especially meaningful for those who feel hesitant to speak or sing or who have been told they “can’t” or “shouldn’t” use their voice. We’ll begin Friday evening around the campfire (weather permitting), sharing stories and songs in a safe, welcoming space. On Saturday, we’ll explore how the voice works and experiment with sound and vibration in the body. We’ll reflect on our personal relationships with our voices and then use them in group vocal meditation practice—a powerful alternative to silent meditation, especially for those navigating grief, trauma or PTSD. We’ll close with communal singing for healing, connection and empowerment—lifting our voices together through facilitator Mary Jane Knight’s song-affirmations from her album, celebrating the dignity and power of our own unique voices. Come just for Saturday or join around the campfire and spend the night Friday. Mary Jane Knight is a classically-trained vocalist, composer and educator dedicated to using music as a vehicle for healing and empowerment. With roots in opera, church music and education, she bridges the worlds of music therapy, emotional wellness and accessible artistry. She has a music education degree from Simpson College and a vocal performance degree from the University of Nebraska. Through her Iowa City-based studio, Knightingale Voice, she helps others discover and amplify their authentic voices. Her newly released album, Rising Free: A Journey of Healing, is a collection that is both ethereal and raw, blending opera-like storytelling with accessible, heartfelt melodies and stripped-down arrangements. Each track serves as a mantra for healing and empowerment, inviting listeners to find their own voices and embody the affirmations within. Learn more at linktr.ee/maryjaneknight. The cost of this overnight retreat is $195 and includes sessions, Friday lodging, and Saturday breakfast and lunch. The commuter fee is $120 and includes sessions and lunch. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.