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R. Carlos Nakai
Over the past two decades Modern medicine has acknowledged the powerful healing techniques of traditional cultures. Although we have come to understand the significant impact of many Eastern systems of healing, we have only recently begun to recognize that some of the most important systems of traditional healing are born out of the Native American culture. One of the most important of those healing systems is the process of Sound Healing. Within that context, we are very fortunate to have one of the premier exponents of Native American Sound and Music with us for this weekend. Having studied within his own Navajo-Ute tradition as well as working with broader Native American contexts, R. Carlos Nakai has been one of the principle interpreters of the healing impact of Native American Sound and Music.
Mr. Nakai is considered by many to be one of the world’s leading authorities and performers of the Native American flute. What is less known is that he is one of the premier teachers of Native American Sound Healing. In this workshop Mr. Nakai will focus on Amerind sacred, secular and social music and its impact on the healing process. By using active discussion, participatory exercises and deep listening we will use a variety of material culture items, vocal song, movement, ritual and commentary to explore effective self healing methods as well as techniques to use with patients or clients to support their healing process.
Nov 1–Nov 2, 2008
Saturday, 9:30-12:30pm, 1:30-5:30pm
Sunday, 9:30-12:30pm, 1:30-5pm
08WHH55SA16
$335 (No member discount)
Location: Villa Lina, 431 West 6th Street (between 1st & Avenue A)
R. Carlos Nakai, is the world’s foremost performer of the Native American flute as well as a premier teacher of Native American Sound Healing. Of Navajo-Ute heritage, Nakai is a diverse performer, touring through-out the world as a soloist, with symphony orchestras and ethnic music ensembles.
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