August Events & Fall Sound Programs!
From Ann-Marie Boudreau

Dear Friends,
There was no July newsletter this summer as I have been away on holidays this
past month. I have come back refreshed and ready to dive into some fun August events
including a Sunday Afternoon Musical Soiree and a few chances to explore your
voice this summer at a Sonica and a great vocal workshop I’m teaching at TAC!

Beginning this September there are wonderful sound and vocal programs that I’ll
be facilitating including a Southampton Art School Vocal Weekend, a five module
Voice3 Vocal Program with my Voice3 colleagues Hazel Walker & Lisa Hartt, as
well as the Healing Power of Sound Module at the Transformational Arts College.
Sign up early for these programs to ensure a space is held for you!

Just in case you missed them this June, myself and three of my Soundwork
colleagues were interviewed on Bonnie Ross’ program, Divine Light Within Radio.
You can still hear these interviews on the blog site. Visit:
www.blogtalkradio.com/bonnieross to link up to the programs.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Sending good vibrations your way,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music:  www.annmarieboudreau.com
Music:  www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau

Wednesday, August 3rd
Sonica: Music As Medicine
A circle where singing and sounding serve the soul. Sonica incorporates
intentional soundscapes to promote well-being. All levels of musical ability
are welcome. Where: 219 St. Clair West 7:30 p.m. sharp. $20
Contact: [4]garyd@garydiggins.com

Wednesday, August 17th
Exploring Your Singing Voice: A Vocal Workshop Evening at TAC!
Long before there were instruments, we expressed ourselves with our first
instrument, the human voice. Sometimes in youth we were not allowed to use our
voice shutting down this gift of creative expression. In this experiential
session, you will be encouraged to discover your natural singing voice in a
gentle, playful and creative manner. We will explore improvisational
vocalizing, vocables (made-up words that are sung) and melodic patterns.
Ann-Marie will play a variety of exotic musical instruments used in vocal
traditions from around the globe. Join her as she weaves together her wonderful
vocal and musical skills creating a magical workshop of vocal exploration. No
musical experience is required but don’t forget to bring your inner child.
With: Ann Marie Boudreau, www.annmarieboudreau.com, Time: 7:00 to 10:00 pm,
Where: Transformational Arts College, 3300 Yonge Street, Toronto, Fee: $35.00
+GST/HST To register call the Transformational Arts College at: 416-484-0454
Website: www.transformationalarts.com

Sunday, August 21st
An Afternoon Musical Soiree:
An FFC Indian Fundraiserernoo
Join me and a host of amazing talent for a wonderful afternoon of music, poetry and interactive sound experiences to help raise funds for Families for Children in Podanur, India! The Players: Ann-Marie Boudreau, Michael Franklin, Jeff Burke, Kathleen Gillis, Dolphin, Lucie Brisson as well as a special appearance by poetess Linda Stitt! Come out for a good cause and stay for the wonderful entertainment!!

Suggested Donation: $20 pay what you can, Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Where:
Dave’s Place, 701 Dovercourt Rd., Suite 306, Toronto, Refreshments and munchies
will be served. Please RSVP with amboudreau@yahoo.ca as space is limited.
NOTE: There will be a film crew present to record Linda Stitt’s readings.
Although only the performers will be filmed, anyone attending will still be
required to sign a waiver.

Families for Children is a private, non-profit agency operating homes that care
for hundreds of destitute children and women in India and Bangladesh. It was
started over 30 year ago by Sandra Simpson, of Montreal, Canada and is run by
volunteers so that all funds can go directly to the children! In February 2012
I will be travelling to India with a group of women to work at one of the homes
for disabled children. Please come out and support this good cause – even
donations as little as $20 can make a difference! Tax receipts will be issued.
Every dollar contributes directly to helping the children being taken care of
by Families for Children. For more information on FFC:
www.familiesforchildren.ca/india

UPCOMING SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS & CLASSES!

Saturday & Sunday, September 3rd & 4th
Journey Through Voice
A Southampton Art School Vocal Intensive Weekend PLUS Sound Journey Evening!
with Ann-Marie Boudreau & Lucie Brisson
Saturday: Full Day Session: “Journey Through Voice”
Did you know that our voice is as unique as our fingerprints, reflecting our
personal history and stories? The human voice has soul, heart and
consciousness because it reflects the spiritual resonance of the person making
the sound. Dive deeply into your journey of authentic expression in this
soulful vocal workshop. Tap into your unlimited creativity & playful inner
child as you explore the use of improvisational singing and vocables. Access
the primordial energy which will bring you into contact with your original
sonic language. From that place of mystery, your own personal soul sound will
emerge. Awaken to the enormous power and influence of your voice!
Sunday: Full Day Session: “Creating Intentional Sounding Circles”
Explore your voice in a playful and relaxed manner while learning how to create
intentional sounding circles. Everyone will have an opportunity to step into
the world of vocal improvisation and interact with a variety of user-friendly
world instruments. Bring your favourite drum or rattle. Participants will have
the opportunity to receive and offer sound during this session.
Saturday Evening: “Sound Journey” Open to the public
Join us for this intimate and personal ‘live surround-sound’ experience! With
the use of the Sitar and other wonderful World Instruments, Ann-Marie Boudreau
will create a 60-minute musical relaxation. What is a Sound Journey? Allowing
yourself to surrender into the nourishing sounds from acoustic world
instruments being played around and over you is the essence of a Sound Journey.
It will support and cradle as you move into a deepening meditative state. At
times melodic, sometimes dissonant, a soundscape is created utilizing an
intimate knowledge of the chakra system, shamanic traditions and the
vibrational nature of our bodies, to enhance and deepen the meditation
experience. *Bring along a yoga mat, blanket, pillow and water for your
comfort.
*For more information contact the Southampton Art School: Telephone: (519)
797-5068 Toll Free: 1-800-806-8838 or see their website: www.theartschool.org

Starts Monday, September 12th
The Healing Power Of Sound:
A Transformational Arts College Program
The latest scientific research on Sound indicates that this vibrational art
helps to synchronize the hemispheres of the brain, induce relaxing brainwave
states, such as alpha, and produce the relaxation response: lower heart beat,
blood pressure and deeper breathing. Besides promoting wellness, the experience
of sound can be magical, mystical and creative connecting us deeply to our soul
and spirit. Sound, indeed, is a spiritual path. Explore, discover and
experience the wonderful affects of sound in this eight week program!
With Ann-Marie Boudreau, www.annmarieboudreau.com
Where: Transformational Arts College, www.transformationalarts.com Time: 7:00
to 9:30 pm
No previous musical, vocal or sound experience is necessary. Tuition Fee: $300
per course + HST includes all material fees. Early registration is advisable to
avoid disappointment. This course is HST exempt if it is part of a professional
training program. Register: Pre-registration is necessary. Contact Reception at
416-484-0454 Ext.10 or by e-mail at: tac@transformationalarts.com.

VOICE3 Vocal Program
First Module Starts Wednesday, September 14th!
This exciting Voice3 vocal course consists of 5 stand-alone modules offered
over 20 weeks. All classes are introductory and held on Wednesday nights from
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Who is Voice3: An Improvisational, vocal trio whose mission is to perform,
educate and offer up healing vocal remedies while blending the art of ritual,
sound medicine and fun. Watch for more Voice3 public engagements and the
posting of their Facebook page this Fall!
Voice 3 Facilitators:
*Ann-Marie Boudreau: www.annmarieboudreau.com, *Hazel Walker:
www.soundspirit.ca, *Lisa Hartt: www.harttsong.vpweb.ca
Module 1: Voice, Breath & Body Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 12, 2011
Discover what creates “voice”, where it resides, proper breathing techniques,
voice placement, sound projection, vocal exercises and meditations in this fun
and experiential class. Lots of tips for maintaining a healthy voice and body.
Module 2: Journey of the Voice through the Chakras Oct 19, 26 Nov 9, 16,
2011
Access the restorative aspects of the voice through this unique and intimate
study of the energy of the chakras. The ultimate goal of the exploration is to
deepen the vocalist’s inner connections and open them up to a wider range of
emotional vocal expressions.
Module 3: Soul Song & Song Making Nov 23, 30, Dec 14, 21,2011
Learn how to access and look deeper into the way words arise from the heart of
song. We are all singers and we are all songwriters. During these four
experiential weeks we will look closely at what makes a song: using sounds,
melody, words and our life experiences.
Module 4: The Compassionate Voice Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 8, 2012
Experience and learn how to offer the voice in the areas of compassionate work
including tender circles, hospice, energy work and cradling. Lots of
opportunity to be both receiver and sound maker with discussion around both
roles.
Module 5: Voice in Ritual Feb 15, 22, 29, Mar 14, 2012
This informative, introductory course will feed your curiosity and intuition in
the art of using the voice in preparing ceremony and ritual to create markers
in your life and in the lives of others.
Module 6: Facilitating Vocal Sound Circles Mar 21, 28, April 11, 18, 2012
Come away with a solid understanding of circle protocol and some of the
important aspects of interactive sounding. Participants will be called upon to
step into facilitator roles.
*Cost per module is $150.00 For more information or to register for the
program please contact: Ann-Marie Boudreau at amboudreau@yahoo.ca