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Sound & Spirit
August 2021
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Our Programs in Music & Spirituality |
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Dear Friends,
We are well on our way to offering the full programming in music and spirituality that we have envisioned. This is exciting for us as we work to build Halcyon Arts New England.
Coming in September, the weekend, residential workshop, From Fear to Joy: Discovering Your Inner Singer, is confirmed at Hallelujah Farm Retreat in Chesterfield New Hampshire. Nancy Salwen is a wonderful teacher who has a vast tool bag to help participants feel comfortable in exploring their vocal abilities even if they think they have none! This retreat is a lot of fun. Please join us. There are still places available.
Also in September, The Halcyon Institute for Spiritual Studies begins. For the Fall semester we offer the first module entitled The Two Streams of Western Spirituality. A new group exploring Sacred Texts from many of the world's spiritual traditions is also starting. These two programs are online.
An Introduction to Celtic Shamanism takes place in person October 15 - 17 with Jane Burns. This retreat, also at Hallelujah Farm, usually sells out, and we currently have nine more spots available!
Finally, we are overjoyed to announce that our live, in person concerts will be starting. As of today we have dates, but have not yet booked artists. Our first concert is planned for Saturday, October 23 at 7:30 pm. Our venue is the Unitarian Unversalist Society of Amherst, 121 N. Pleasant St. and we are planning 12 concerts each year. Please watch future emails for concert announcements.
In this issue of Sound & Spirit, you will find these upcoming programs and more. We hope you will join us for a retreat or a concert soon!
All the Best,
Beau
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The UU Society of Amherst, MA, at 121 N. Pleasant St. is our new concert venue beginning in October! |
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From Fear to Joy: Discover Your Inner Singer
September 10-12 with Nancy Salwen
Hallelujah Farm Retreat, Chesterfield, NH
Claim your birthright, and step into the joy of singing! Whether you’re a “non-singer” who wishes you could sing, or a more experienced singer who would like to delve deeper into the magic of your own voice, this weekend retreat/workshop is for you! Through a combination of games, improvisation and simple songs from around the world we’ll explore different aspects of the voice. We’ll create a tool kit of accessible techniques for you to take home and use as you develop your skills. Discover the joy of your unique voice and let go of that old idea that singing isn’t for you! Read More
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Halcyon Institute for Spiritual Studies |
Module 1: The Two Streams of Western Spirituality
Four monthly sessions begin September
A new cohort in spiritual studies begins September. Each semester consists of four monthly topics, Facebook group content and interaction, a bibliography, spiritual direction, and a reflection in a chosen medium.
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Eight bi-monthly Zoom sessions begin September 26
Every two weeks, we will take up the study of a sacred text, core teachings of the world's religions. Using Socratic dialogue, we will unravel hidden meanings and new understandings. We will share personal insights and experiences. We will travel ancient but ever new terrain, paths long forgotten or dimly remembered. Like archeologists of the spirit, we will uncover new insights, inspiration for our personal journeys. Read More
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An Introduction
to Celtic Shamanism
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October 15-17 with Jane Burns
Hallelujah Farm Retreat in Chesterfield, NH
This workshop will lead you into the hollow hills, the icy sea, and the splendor of the sky, as they once were experienced by the ancient Celtic peoples. Through discussion and shamanic journeying, we will unravel their unique and poetic vision, their wild and courageous heart, and their deep reverence for the natural world, both seen and unseen. Read More
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Your donations, large or small, help us bring our programs to venues in New England. Ticket sales and tuition alone do not cover our overhead. We need the generous support of patrons like you. We are now federal tax-exempt status and all donations are fully tax-deductible. And thanks! |
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