Adventures in Sound Play:
An Invitation from Paul Winter for Beginners, Amateurs, & Professionals
Paul Winter
Jun 11-13, 2010
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Paul Winter is committed to exploring a way of life that’s continually nourished and transformed by sound-play, and invites you to join him in these explorations. Sound-making is as natural as breathing—it’s our birthright and is as accessible to those with no musical background as it is to the most highly trained professional.
During this workshop (more accurately a playshop), sound-play is done collectively, in small groups with diverse combinations of instruments. If you can make one sound, on any instrument, you can be part of making free sound-textures, the essence of this “field of play”—musical volleyball that’s totally engaging for those playing and for those listening.
Rediscover what you loved as children: being spontaneous together, a process full of joy, laughter, and fun. This isn’t a master class; it is a place to awaken and nurture your instincts for authentic expression. All your life you’ve responded spontaneously to others in conversation. Now experience what happens when you simply use this highly developed ability in sound-play—together, rather than one at a time.
All are welcome, from the shyest individuals to those with considerable musical experience. Typically a great diversity of participants attend, from beginners to educators to professional musicians. Having two young daughters, Paul is fascinated with introducing—and keeping—sound-play into the lives of children.
Bring an instrument (or a few), whether you can play them or not, along with the ultimate instrument—your voice. Discover the wisdom you already have, deep in your being, awakened by the resonances of vibrations from both sound-making and deep listening.
We are thrilled to have Paul return to Rowe.
This playshop costs an additional $20 and will take place in our chapel, which has excellent acoustics.
Click to see an Center Post article by Paul.
Paul Winterhas long embraced the musical traditions of many cultures, weaving a diversity of instruments with voices of whales, wolves, eagles, and members of what he refers to as “the greater symphony of Earth.“His 40-year musical odyssey has taken him to the concert halls of 37 countries and on recording expeditions to wilderness on six continents. He’s played in the Grand Canyon, the White House, Siberia’s Lake Baikal, and New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine, where he and his Consort colleagues have been artists in residence since 1980. Among his 35 albums, six have won Grammys and 13 have received nominations. Beyond these accomplishments, Paul is an extraordinarily kind and loving being. Find out more at www.livingmusic.com.