Heart Songs
starting at 3pm on Friday February 12th and ending 3.30pm on Sunday 14th February.
at Berkeley Moving Arts, 2525 8th Street, Berkeley. CA 94710
A three day introduction to Voice Movement Therapy with Julia Norton and Anne Brownell.
If you romanticize or rage around Saint Valentine's day, it is an auspicious time to listen to, and celebrate this vital organ. The human heart has been the symbol not only of love and life itself, but also the spiritual, emotional and moral core of a human being. For centuries the heart was also believed to house the mind and continues to be a poetic reference for the soul.
In this workshop we will explore our stories around the heart through singing and vocalization, movement, costumes, props and art making. Using the core principals of Voice Movement Therapy we will journey into the unknown places in our voices and bodies, bringing movement into the stuck places and shadow into light.
Voice Movement Therapy is a dynamic system, based on the artistic & therapeutic possibilities of the singing voice. It was developed in the U.K. by Paul Newham, and is predominantly built on the work of Alfred Wolfsohn & Roy Hart. It consists of a series of physical postures with corresponding vocal configurations, which tap into previously unknown areas of the voice and strengthen existing ones.
Julia Norton VMTR (Voice Movement Therapy Registered) trained in the U.K. with Paul Newham & is an award winning singer, performer, teacher & composer. Originally from the U.K. she has been living in the San Francisco Bay Area for the past 9 years.
Anne Brownell MA, LMHC, VMTR trained with Norma Canner, Penny Lewis & Paul Newham, she also taught with Paul on the U.K. and U.S.Voice Movement Therapy trainings. She established the Foundation Training in VMT in the United States, 'The Voice Unchained' and her CD 'A Journey in Song' illustrates a range of possibilities inherent in a single human voice.
Anne Brownell MA, LMHC, VMTR trained with Norma Canner, Penny Lewis & Paul Newham, she also taught with Paul on the U.K. and U.S.Voice Movement Therapy trainings. She established the Foundation Training in VMT in the United States, 'The Voice Unchained' and her CD 'A Journey in Song' illustrates a range of possibilities inherent in a single human voice.
To register, email voicework@julianorton.com, or call 415-686-0682
"Half of the songs in the world are falling in love songs. The other half are about falling out of love!"
Please make check payable to Julia Norton. Early discount,
$240 if postmarked before Feb 1st $275 after.
There are limited spaces available,
therefore unless the workshop is cancelled, all checks are non-refundable.
Introduction to Voice Movement Therapy
Course/Class Number: 040055/20604
Location: Sir Francis Drake High School, 1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. San Anselmo, CA 94960
Classroom: Music Room - 705
When: Wednesday, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM; 5 sessions starting January 13, 2010, ending February 24 (no class Jan 27th or Feb 17th), 2010
Price: $75.00
To book call: 415-945-1017
An Introduction to Voice Movement Therapy, which is a dynamic system, based on the artistic & therapeutic possibilities of the singing voice. Through movement and vocal exercises, we will uncover unknown aspects of our voices and work towards freeing the voice. No previous singing experience necessary, all levels welcome.
"Julia's course on movement and voice was invaluable to me. An amazing journey that touched on places and voices that gave me new insight on who I am today. Julia creates a safe environment that nurtures a place to explore parts of self not yet tapped into. I highly recommend the workshop to anyone."
Baby & Toddler Sings - Marinwood Community Center - Thursdays
Baby Sings - 6-18 months 9.30-10.15
Toddler sings 18 months - 4yrs 10.30-11:15
$10 drop in or call 415-479-0775 to register.
Join us as we play together with songs, chants, rhymes, finger play, movement, dance and rhythm instruments.
Mama Sings ~ San Rafael
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; 1 session on January 23, 2010
Tuition: $25.00 to book Call 415-945-3730
is singing group specifically designed to nourish & support moms, dads, pregnant mothers, grandparents and other caregivers as well as their babies. Singing together is not only a great way to get your singing voice in shape, but is also a great way of developing a sense of community. After warming up our voices and bodies I will guide you through some simple singing technique and teach you lullabies from different traditions & even how to write your own! Julia's album Lullaby Island won a Parents' Choice award in 2007 and is recommended by Mothering magazine.
Akin - It's in the blood.
Is a dark thriller about how the choices you make in life can have a profound effect on not only you, but also the people that surround you. Akin delves into two possible outcomes of the choice to reveal or conceal an extramarital affair John is having with his wife's identical twin sister. With both women pregnant by him, we see how both choices affect the life of an entire family over 32 years. The two acts present the story as a set of parallel universes, as the time line of Akin twists and turns to reveal what might lie beneath the surface of one person's actions.
Written by Noah Kelly and Sarah McKereghan
Directed By Sarah McKereghan
Assistant Direction and Choreography by Michelle Talgarow
Original music by Julia Norton
Featuring: Mikka Bonal, Christopher Kuckenbaker, Kimberly Lester, Rik Lopes, Jeremy Minagro and Amanda Ortmayer
Thursdays thru Saturdays, January 21- February 6, 2010
EXIT Stage Left, 156 Eddy Street @ Taylor, SF
All shows at 8:00 pm, NO LATE SEATING
Tickets $15-20-25. (415) 673-3847, www.theexit.org
Singing for Actors Class
Saturday Sep 26th 12-3pm $45 ~ San Anselmo
Are you an actor who knows that singing will help your career, yet you have been putting it off? The biggest step from acting to singing is usually done in the mind. Of course, there are specific vocal techniques and approaches that can help keep your voice vibrant and healthy; but to begin on the journey, you need to give yourself permission to try.
Register online www.marinlearn.com or You may e-mail: comed-mail@tamdistrict.org, phone 415-945-3730
Performance Journey with Singing Salon ~ San Rafael
Oct 3rd-November 6th
1 group class, plus 5 private lessons(45 minutes each) & a Singing Salon = $375 before September 28th ($400 afterwards).
Beginning on Saturday October 3rd I will be offering a small group singing journey which will include 1 group class and 5 private lessons culminating in an group Singing Salon at my home where we will sing the songs we have been working on for each other. You don't need any prior performance experience this is open to all levels. The Salon will take place on Friday 6th November from 7pm & wine and light refreshments will be provided.
Lullaby Concert
June 25th & July 16th 2009 ~ 10.30 am
Lullaby concerts for families at the San Rafael library 1100 E Street between 5th Ave and Mission San Rafael.
My Fair Lady
This summer I will also be part of the ensemble in the Lamplighter's production of My Fair Lady come and see us.
DIRECTOR: BARBARA HEROUX ~ CONDUCTOR: BRETT STRADER
Lerner & Loewe and The Lamplighters - Loverly!
The Lamplighters bring their signature flair to one of America's most beloved musicals - My Fair Lady. George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion rivals the wit and sting of W.S. Gilbert in telling the story of the transformation of a cockney 'guttersnipe' into an upper class lady accepted in the best of society. It's all in the accent and the clothes. I could have danced all night.. Wouldn't it be loverly.. On the street where you live.. I've grown accustomed to her face.. the hit tunes just keep coming in this Broadway classic. Special guest Geoff Hoyle appears as the incorrigible Alfred P. Doolittle.