This program will teach tenets of working with Sound in a therapeutic approach through the use of the Conch Shell, Ghanta (Tibetan Singing Bell, Dorje and Double Dorje, Nagani Bells (Tingsha), Waterphone (Ocean Harp), Trine, and Artigani. This instrument based approach, goes far beyond just an introduction, but offers insights from the traditional uses culled from long years of Field Research and experience with working within the cultures the sound tools originate from.

This hands on approach is necessary in developing confidence, and learning how the cultures worked with these sound tools in a traditional manner, rounds out an effective learning process that will propel you in grasping the subject material. High academic standards are critical, and being mentored by experienced sound workers is the best way to start training in a serious manner.

Didgeridoo, Harmonic Overtone Singing, Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls vs Himalayan Singing Bowls, with playtime on the Kabuni, Ektara, Mbira, and Asmat Fue.

This program has multiple 9ways instructors, and features some of the most popular sound tools as well as some that are never explored for their use in Sound Therapy. Head to head evaluation between crystal and metal singing bowls, the oldest sound tool the Didgeridoo, and learn to project the human voice polyphonically.

Each sound tool is examined, with attention to cultural and historical uses, to the degree of being knowledgeable and proficient with it. Small class size insures mentoring opportunities. Instruction is given in clear, easy to understand dialog with an emphasis on making sure everyone 'gets it'. Learn therapeutic approaches to working with these sound tools.

The Sound Workers Cookbook is a series of weekend events that covers the instruments of a successful Sound Worker, popular as well as little known, or obscure sound tools are featured. This program was developed by 9ways Senior Lecturer Mitch Nur, PhD to serve as both an academic standard and professional one as well.

Sounding Bowls, Gongs, and more; with 'playtime' discussions with Ocean Drum, Rainstick, Porotiti, Blugles, and Windwands. A truly unique combination of instruments, with some, seldom explored for sound healing. This collection of instruments adds depth to ambient soundscapes, and can 'enhance' moments in group sound work as well. A discussion on constructing ambient soundscapes and more. This program has 2 instructors, Nicholas Gary and Mitch Nur, PhD.

This will be the only offering of this element of the Sound Workers Cookbook in New England for 2018. Early Bird registration (save $50) now in effect @ Circles of Wisdom in Andover, MA • 978-474-8010 • Circles Website CLICK