Dear Friends,
There are some wonderful ‘Soundful’ experiences coming up this August: Exploring your Inner Visionary at a two day retreat at Southampton Art School, a Sound Journey evening in Southampton, enjoying an exotic journey with Inanna - the Sumerian Goddess of Love, Exploring your Singing Voice at the TAC summer series or this September get ready for an amazing weekend - the Wise Woman’s Weekend retreat - as we honour ‘The Realm of Water’.  See below for further details on all these great events!  I’m sure you’ll find that there’s a little something for everyone’s palate….
Happy summering to you!
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
CASP:  www.soundpractitioners.com 
 
UPCOMING EVENTS!
 
Wednesday, August 4th
Sonica Sanctus: Music as Medicine
A circle where singing and sounding serve the soul.
Sonica offers an improvisational context for healing soundscapes.
All levels of musical ability are welcome.
219 St. Clair West  7:30 p.m. sharp.  $20
Contact: garyd@garydiggins.com
 
Saturday & Sunday, August 7th & 8th
“Exploring the Visionary Within”
A two day workshop With Ann-Marie Boudreau
at Southampton Art School
Exploring the Visionary Within – a Two Day Workshop
Explore your visionary within through the use of the seven charkas, archetypal images, soundwork, voicework, mandala meditation, movement, tantric energy and the breath.  This work is supportive of those who would like to dive deeply within to bring their inner visions to the surface and further into focus.  Combining a variety of creative tools this exploratory workshop also touches on soundwork which utilizes an intimate knowledge of the chakra system, shamanic traditions and the vibrational nature of our bodies to enhance and deepen our life experience; voicework as a personal intent including an exploration of improvised vocalization and ‘vocables’, made up words in the moment; intentional sounding with voice and world instruments intended to bring the sounders into a heart-centered space along with those listening and ‘receiving sound’; being embodied through movement guided from the inside-out, being present to our breath…our life-energy and opening further to the enjoyment of all our senses through a ‘massage of the senses’.  No prior musical skills required. *Please wear comfortable clothing as movement is involved.  Bring along a yoga mat as there will be floor work and a bottle of water.
Time:  9:00am to 4:00pm Sat/Sun, Cost:  $140.00  For more information contact Sharon Barfoot at the Southampton Art School Telephone: (519) 797-5068  Toll Free: 1-800-806-8838 or see their website:  www.theartschool.org  
 
AND
“A Sound Journey Experience”
 A one evening event in Southampton!
Recline and relax for 90 minutes while being surrounded by a rich blanket of sound and the soulful vocals of Ann-Marie Boudreau while instruments from traditions around the globe are played around and over you.  Melodic, sometimes dissonant, the sound journey is created utilizing an intimate knowledge of the chakra system, shamanic traditions and the vibrational nature of our bodies to enhance and deepen the experience. Some have considered this live-surround-sound journey as a deep meditation and others a sound massage or a visioning experience. *Bring along a yoga mat, blanket, pillow and water for your comfort.  Time:  7:00 to 9:00pm, Cost:  $35.00  For more information contact Sharon Barfoot at the Southampton Art School Telephone: (519) 797-5068  Toll Free: 1-800-806-8838 or see their website:  www.theartschool.org  
 
Friday, August 13th
Inanna - The Sumerian Goddess of Love
Joanne Camilleri’s Bellydance Company will premiere a workshoping performance of “Inanna” at Vivace Studios this summer!  Inanna, the goddess of love, travels deep into the underworld to visit her dark sister Ereshkigal.  Journey with this exotic goddess as she makes her descent!  Please mark your calendars and join us for a Sneak Peak of this new workshop production.  Original musical compositions by Chris Hall and storytelling by Ann-Marie Boudreau.  Doors open at 8:00pm, Show begins at 8:30pm.  Seating is limited so you much RSVP to hold your spot.  Please email info@vivacestudios.ca to reserve your seats.  A light reception will follow the workshop and we encourage feedback for a future full scale production!  Tickets are PWYC with a suggested donation of $10.00. 
 
Wednesday, August 18th
Exploring Your Singing Voice
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, Musician, Improvisational Vocalist and Soundwork Practitioner, 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
 
Friday, Saturday, Sunday,
September 10th, 11th & 12th
Wise Woman’s Weekend - A Weekend Retreat!
“The Realm of Water”
In this, the 6th annual celebration of Wise Woman Weekend we pay homage to the mainstay of Mother Earth and all life on our planet: Water.  Approximately 70% of the Earth’s surface is water-covered.  Water is in constant movement, in a water system known as the hydrologic cycle.  Water is the only element that exists as a solid, a liquid and a vapour and can do so at any point within the hydrologic cycle. Water is timeless. It is malleable. Water is also the building block of all creation here on Earth. It is essential to all life on this planet. Without it no life would exist on Earth. Yet humanity is painfully, careless and cavalier with this our most precious resource.  So let us take this opportunity, this Wise Woman Weekend,  to come together once more to celebrate, appreciate, play and create in this healing and life-giving gift: Water.
 
The Wise Woman Weekend is a yearly event focused on the “whole woman” ? body, mind and spirit. It’s all about Wise Women sharing with other Wise Women. In today’s busy world it’s important to make time to nourish and nurture ourselves. This retreat is just one way that Wise Woman Events asks women to make time for themselves, be present in the “now”, and explore the truths and possibilities of our uniqueness. 
 
Ann-Marie Boudreau will be there with her Voice3 colleagues Lisa Hartt-Spillane and Hazel Walker to help participants explore their voice in an Intentional Sounding Circle and step into a Sound Journey experience.  Ann-Marie will also be including her tantra workshop “Journey of the Senses”! 
For your own copy of the brochure and flyer please contact Elizabeth Runciman at: wisewomanevents@hotmail.com or check out the website: www.wisewomanevents.net
 
  
FALL SNEAK PEEKS:
 *  September 17th - Hildegard/Labyrinth Concert at Trinity Church, Toronto
For more details contact: amboudreau@yahoo.ca 
 *  October 2nd - VOICE3 in Ottawa! For more details contact: amboudreau@yahoo.ca 
 *  October 13th - New VOICE3 Vocal Program begins! For details and to RSVP contact: amboudreau@yahoo.ca
 
 

Dear Friends,
The sun has reached it’s zenith with the passing of June 21st, the first day of summer, the longest day of the year.  I spent some time yesterday at Trinity Square Park where the Toronto Public Labyrinth network was hosting their solstice walk.  Just recently, Michael Franklin, Krystina Lewicki and myself finished recording four new and unique soundscapes that can be downloaded from the network site to use while walking the labyrinth.  You can have a listen at:  www.labyrinthnetwork.ca

With everyone’s busy summer schedules I wanted to make you aware of some meaningful and also sumptuous events taking place.  Whether you want to get involved with sending good energy to the G20 leaders here in Toronto this weekend at the Human Summit this Sunday, exploring your inner visionary at a two day retreat at Southampton Art School, enjoying the exotic dance of Inanna - the Sumerian goddess of love, Exploring your Singing Voice at the TAC summer series or getting ready to join the Wise Woman’s Weekend retreat this Sept – I’m sure there’s a little something for everyone’s palate in this summer newsletter! 
Sending good vibrations your way,
am

Sunday, June 27th 
The Human Summit
A Global Meditation to Reclaim the True Value of Human Existence
A mass meditation will be held in Toronto, Canada and in cities around the globe to coincide with the Toronto G20 Summit.  This event is being spear-headed by The Human Summit:  www.humansummit.com  The Human Summit was born out of the desire to have a civil engagement response to the G-20 Summit in Toronto that is both spiritually and politically conscious. As world leaders meet in Toronto to discuss the future of the global economy, there will be many voices clamoring for attention. Some of these voices will originate in chaos and fear and result in protests and civil disobedience. This meditation will offer a peaceful, non-violent alternative for conscious civil engagement to the residents and visitors to Toronto during the G-20 Summit.

Among those supporting and performing at the Summit are:  Voice3: Ann-Marie Boudreau, Lisa Hartt-Spillane, Hazel Walker as well as Michael Franklin, Kathleen Gillis, Greg Dean, Lucie Brisson, Dolphin, Emilio Zarris, Deidrey Francois, The World Drum!,  The Center for Spiritual Living, Absolute Groove, plus many more!
Where:  Woodbine Park (Coxwell and Lakeshore Blvd East.  When:  11:00am to 3:00pm.  Includes a variety of Vendors.  For more information please check the Human Summit website. 

Wednesday, July 7th & August 4th
Sonica  Sonica: Music as Medicine
A circle where singing and sounding serve the soul.
Sonica offers an improvisational context for healing soundscapes.
All levels of musical ability are welcome.
219 St. Clair West  7:30 p.m. sharp.  $20
Contact: garyd@garydiggins.com

Saturday, & Sunday, August 7th & 8th 
Exploring the Visionary Within – a Two Day Workshop
Southampton Art School
With Ann-Marie Boudreau.  Explore your visionary within through the use of the seven charkas, archetypal images, soundwork, voicework, mandala meditation, movement, tantric energy and the breath.  This work is supportive of those who would like to dive deeply within to bring their inner visions to the surface and further into focus.

Combining a variety of creative tools this exploratory workshop also touches on soundwork which utilizes an intimate knowledge of the chakra system, shamanic traditions and the vibrational nature of our bodies to enhance and deepen our life experience; voicework as a personal intent including an exploration of improvised vocalization and ‘vocables’, made up words in the moment; intentional sounding with voice and world instruments intended to bring the sounders into a heart-centered space along with those listening and ‘receiving sound’; being embodied through movement guided from the inside-out, being present to our breath…our life-energy and opening further to the enjoyment of all our senses through a ‘massage of the senses’.  No prior musical skills required. *Please wear comfortable clothing as movement is involved.  Bring along a yoga mat as there will be floor work and a bottle of water.
Time:  9:00am to 4:00pm Sat/Sun, Cost:  $140.00  For more information contact Sharon Barfoot at the Southampton Art School Telephone: (519) 797-5068  Toll Free: 1-800-806-8838or see their website:  www.theartschool.org  

Saturday, August 7th
A Sound Journey Experience – a one evening event
Southampton Art School
Recline and relax for 90 minutes while being surrounded by a rich blanket of sound and the soulful vocals of Ann-Marie Boudreau while instruments from traditions around the globe are played around and over you.  Melodic, sometimes dissonant, the sound journey is created utilizing an intimate knowledge of the chakra system, shamanic traditions and the vibrational nature of our bodies to enhance and deepen the experience. Some have considered this live-surround-sound journey as a deep meditation and others a sound massage or a visioning experience. *Bring along a yoga mat, blanket, pillow and water for your comfort.  Time:  7:00 to 9:00pm, Cost:  $35.00  For more information contact Sharon Barfoot at the Southampton Art School Telephone: (519) 797-5068  Toll Free: 1-800-806-8838or see their website:  www.theartschool.org  

Friday, August 13th
Inanna – The Sumerian Goddess of Love
Joanne Camilleri’s Bellydance Company will premiere “Inanna” at Vivace Studios this summer!  Inanna, the goddess of love, journeys deep into the underworld to visit her dark sister Ereshkigal.  Journey with this exotic goddess as she makes her descent! 
Please mark your calendars and join us for a Sneak Peak of this new workshop production.  Original musical compositions by Chris Hall and storytelling by Ann-Marie Boudreau.  Doors open at 8:00pm, Show begins at 8:30pm.  Seating is limited so you much RSVP to hold your spot.  Please email info@vivacestudios.ca to reserve your seats.  A light reception will follow the workshop and we encourage feedback for a future full scale production!  Tickets are PWYC with a suggested donation of $10.00. 

Wednesday, August 18th 
Exploring Your Singing Voice
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, Musician, Improvisational Vocalist and Soundwork Practitioner, 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

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 10th, 11th & 12th 
Wise Woman’s Weekend
The Wise Woman Weekend is a yearly event focused on the “whole woman” - body, mind and spirit. It’s all about Wise Women sharing with other Wise Women. In today’s busy world it’s important to make time to nourish and nurture ourselves. This retreat is just one way that Wise Woman Events asks women to make time for themselves, be present in the “now”, and explore the truths and possibilities of our uniqueness. 
Ann-Marie Boudreau will be there with her Voice3 colleagues Lisa Hartt-Spillane and Hazel Walker to help participants explore their voice and step into a Sound Journey!  Ann-Marie will also be including her tantra workshop “Journey of the Senses”! 
For your own copy of the brochure and flyer please contact Elizabeth Runciman at: wisewomanevents@hotmail.com

Dear Friends,
I think spring fever is finally hitting and with it I’ll be doing a bit of travelling…In April I’ll be visiting our neighbours to the south at the upcoming SAMA - Sound and Music Alliance Symposium.  I look forward to exploring how others are engaging the use of sound within their practises.  In May I’ll be heading up to our capital for the 2nd Annual Ottawa Sound Healing Conference to help facilitate an Intentional Sounding Circle and a Sound Journey experience with Voice3!
 
There are more special events that I’ll be involved with this April & May that you might want to mark on your calendar: Gary Diggin’s ‘Sonica Gaia’ an Earth Day Celebration on April 22nd, a juicy Beltane Soiree (includes Maypole dance!!) on May 1st and two Fundraisers: ‘Faith into Healing’ with Snow Lion on May 28th and a “Sing-A-Thon’ for BIST (Brain Injury Society of Toronto) on May 30th.

For details of other great sound events that are happening around Toronto this month see the Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners website:  www.soundpractitioners.com 
Sending good vibrations your way,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
 
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Thursday, April 22nd
Sonica Gaia - An Earth Day Celebration!
Gary Diggins, TRIUND, and a continent of musical guests invite you to celebrate Gaia. Improvised music, poetry, audience interaction, ritual, group sounding, and singing.  Bring a hand drum and a yoga mat if possible.  Hosted at The University of Toronto’s Multi-Faith Centre, 569 Spadina Avenue (two blocks north of College St.) Doors open at 7:00 p.m. for a 7:30 p.m. start.  $20 at the door. RSVP:  garyg@garydiggins.com 
 
A Few May Tidings!
(more details to come in my May Newsletter)

Saturday, May 1st
BELTANE SOIREE- A May-Day Celebration!
A Luscious Evening of Exotic Sound, Movement, Storytelling and Ritual culminating in a Sacred Maypole Dance!  
* Deirdre Norman will facilitate an open ritual to honour the fertility of the planet and the transition into summer.  www.tinkerwoman.com 
* Ann-Marie Boudreau will weave a magical tapestry of soulful sound throughout the evening.  www.annmarieboudreaul.com 
* Jennifer Drummond will entice you to let the currents of energy, music and magic move through your body.  www.jenniferdrummond.com 
Palmistry and Tarot services available between 7:00 to 8:00pm.
When:  May 1st 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Where:  Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, Toronto
Cost:  $15.00 in Advance $20.00 at the Door  Space is limited so for advance tickets contact me at: amboudreau@yahoo.ca or call 416-604-8871.

Saturday & Sunday, May 15th & 16th  
Ottawa Sound Healing Conference 
Workshops, Leading Edge Speakers, Sound Journeys, Concerts, Kirtan, Sonic Yoga, Soulful Musicians, African Drumming, Sacred Sound, Dancing, Music Therapy, Meditation and a variety of vendors and instruments.  With David Hickey of Crystal Journey, Jeremy Sills, The Bhakti Connection, Ann-Marie Boudreau, Hazel Walker, Lisa Hartt-Spillane, Melinda Urgan, Theda Pheonix, Pamela Holm, Tanya Nash, Dan Mauro, Gary Baker and many more.  Voice 3 (Ann-Marie, Hazel & Lisa) will be hosting an Intentional Sounding Circle and a Sound Journey Experience!
Times:  Sat, May 15th 10am to 10pm, Sun, May 16th noon to 5pm
Where:  St. Paul’s University, 223 Main Street, Ottawa, Ontario
Early Bird special available until April 15th.  Regular $85/Student & Seniors $68  Website:  www.ottawasoundhealingconference.com 

Saturday, May 22nd
Spring Tidings: A Sound Journey Experience!
Hosted by Ann-Marie Boudreau
Join us for this intimate and personal ‘live surround-sound’ experience! Created as an evening of relaxation, we will be joined by several wonderful Reiki Practitioners who will add their wonderful energy work to the experience. 
What is a Sound Journey? 
For 90 minutes allow yourself to be enfolded by deep healing sounds from acoustic world instruments being played around and over you.  A sound journey can support you as you move into a deepening meditative state while reclining and relaxing.  At times melodic, sometimes dissonant, the 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.
Doors open at 7:15pm, the Journey starts at 7:30pm sharp! Arrive early to set up your space. Note: doors are locked at 7:45pm so as not to interrupt those journeying. If you would like to receive reiki during the sound journey experience let the attendant know when you arrive.  Where: Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, just south of Annette, Cost: $25.00 Please bring:  a mat, blanket, pillow and bottle of water for your comfort. You must RSVP as space is limited: amboudreau@yahoo.ca 
 
Friday, May 28th 
Snow Lion Fundraiser: “Faith into Healing” 
This year’s fundraiser will focus on the topic of ‘Faith into Healing’.  This will be a  benefit evening of healing with music, stories, and movement in support of Gaden Tashi Choling Temple and Friends of the Heart. Special guests include a wonderful grouping of poets, musicians and sound pracitioners:  Debbie Danbrook, Ann-Marie Boudreau, Lisa Hartt-Spillane, Hazel Walker, Penn Kemp, Jake Hiebert, OPuck & Jesse James, and many more!  Where:  918 Bathurst (one street light north of Bloor), Time:  8:00 to 10:00pm, Cost: by donation.  For further information: http://sittingatthegate.wordpress.com/my-events/faith-into-healing-2010/ 
 
Sunday, May 30th 
“Sing-A-Thon” BIST Fundraiser
Ann-Marie Boudreau, Lisa Hartt-Spillane and Denise Latulippe will be leading improvisational vocal experiences during this four hour ’sing-a-thon’ for BIST, the Brain Injury Society of Toronto.  Further details will be posted in my May newsletter.  To learn more about BIST:  http://www.bist.ca/home.cfm

Dear Friends,

Back by popular request I’ll be hosting another Sound Journey this March entitled “Sounds of the Exotic”.  Our Reiki practitioners will be returning again and offering up their gifts to those who would like to receive energy work while relaxing and taking in the good sound vibrations.  Hope you can join us!

For details of other great sound events that are happening around Toronto this month see below as well as on the Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners website:  www.soundpractitioners.com 

Sending good vibrations your way,

am

Ann-Marie Boudreau

Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 

Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau

CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com

UPCOMING EVENTS!

Wednesday, March 3^rd  
Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
With Gary Diggins Enjoy an evening of improvised sound and music as medicine! When 7:30pm sharp, Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level, Cost:  $20.00  To RSVP contact:  garyd@garydiggins.com

Saturday, March 20^th

Music for Peace, Love & Mindfulness

Hosted by cellist Lucas Tensen

A meditative concert experience where you will hear a variety of world instruments in St. Anne’s Church renowned for its gorgeous acoustics and beautiful dome ceilings.

Time: 1:00-3:00pm, Address:  270 Gladstone Avenue,

Website:  www.cello-chanting.com

Saturday, March 20th

THE BIG BEAT - A Spring Equinox Celebration!

A celebratory evening of sounding, celebrating, and creating community.

TRIUNE and musical guests. Sound in the spirit of spring. Hosted at VIVACE Studio - 291 A Jane Street. (Four blocks north of Bloor St. West). Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for an 8 p.m. start Tickets available at the door: $20. Contact: garyd@garydiggins.com

Saturday, March 27^th

SOUNDS of the EXOTIC:  A Sound Journey Experience!

Hosted by Ann-Marie Boudreau

Join us for this intimate and personal ‘live surround-sound’ experience!  Created as an evening of relaxation, we will be joined by several wonderful Reiki Practitioners who will add their wonderful energy work to the experience. 

What is a Sound Journey? 

For 90 minutes allow yourself to be enfolded by deep healing sounds from acoustic world instruments being played around and over you.  A sound journey can support you as you move into a deepening meditative state while reclining and relaxing.  At times melodic, sometimes dissonant, the 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.

Doors open at 7:15pm, the Journey starts at 7:30pm sharp! Arrive early to set up your space. Note: doors are locked at 7:45pm so as not to interrupt those journeying. If you would like to receive reiki during the sound journey experience let the attendant know when you arrive.  Where: Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, just south of Annette,

Cost: $25.00 Please bring:  a mat, blanket, pillow and bottle of water for your comfort. 

You must RSVP as space is limited: amboudreau@yahoo.ca

Saturday & Sunday, March 27 & 28th 

Soundwork Practitioner’s Intensive Training on the Seven Primary Archetypes

This intensive weekend explores the intersection of Jungian psychology and soundwork. We consider the generative and destructive sides of archetypal energies through intentional soundmaking. Consider the Warrior, Sovereign, Healer, Magus, and more.  The course is largely taught experientially.  No prior musical training is necessary. Where:  Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair West, lower level  Contact: garyd@garydiggins.com for more information and to RSVP

APRIL SNEEK PEEKS:

Wednesday, April 7^th  

Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!

April 16^th – 18^th

SAMA Symposium

http://soundandmusicalliance.blogspot.com

Soundwork Resources: 

**Soundwork in Toronto: 

Contact Ann-Marie Boudreau at: www.annmarieboudreau.com

Hazel Walker at: www.soundspirit.ca

Lisa Hartt-Spillane at:  www.harttsong.vpweb.ca 

**Soundwork in London/Stratford Area:  Contact Jocelyn Drainie at: www.sonicmedicine.ca  

**Soundwork in Hamilton: Contact Stephen Hudecki at:  www.laughingboy.ca

**Soundwork in Barrie: Contact Elizabeth Levine at:  www.healingwithsound.ca

Dear Friends,
As we continue to move through these times of turbulence which are taking place throughout many parts of our world it behooves us to continue doing our own work and deepen our own connection with our inner world.
 
In support of that connection I’m hosting another Sound Journey this month entitled “Deep Healing Trance”.  Reiki practitioners will be offering up their gifts to those who would like to receive energy work while relaxing and taking in the good sound vibrations.
 
NEW ON MYSPACE:  I’ve posted several New soothing improvisational pieces on my MySpace site.  Two of the pieces were recorded at the Twin Flames Sonic Reiki concert that I performed at last December.  The third piece is a debut piano improvisation I recorded many years ago but haven’t shared with the public until now.  To have a listen check my myspace site at:  www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau  Relax and enjoy!
 
For details on the Sound Journey and other sound experiences coming up this month see below. 
Wishing you a deeply peaceful February,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com
 
UPCOMING EVENTS!
 
Wednesday, February 3rd
Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
With Gary Diggins Enjoy an evening of improvised sound and music as medicine!
When 7:30pm sharp, Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level, Cost:  $20.00
To RSVP contact:  gdiggins@aol.com. 

Thursday, February 4th   
An Evening of Poetry & Music at Lucsculpture
Featuring poets Kate Ryan & Arvin Jenab with guest musician Ann-Marie Boudreau.  Seating, casual banquet style, bring your own food and drink, Supper Club atmosphere.   Host Patric Sullivan. 
Where:  Lucsculpture, 663 Greenwood Avenue @ Danforth (just West of the TTC) Time:  7 to 10pm; Contact: lucsculpture@sympatico.ca or call 416-461-7936;  Donation $10 at the door which covers tea, juice & snacks.
Website:  www.lucsculpture.blogspot.com

Saturday, February 20th
Deep Healing Trance:  A Sound Journey Experience
Hosted by Ann-Marie Boudreau
Join us for this intimate and personal ‘live surround-sound’ experience!  Created as an evening of relaxation, we’ll be encouraging you to move into a place of deep healing inside.  Several Reiki practitioners will be joining us to add their wonderful energy work to the experience.  If you would like to receive reiki during the sound journey experience let the attendees know when you arrive.
What is a Sound Journey? 
For 90 minutes allow yourself to be enfolded by deep healing sounds from acoustic world instruments being played around and over you.  A sound journey can support you as you move into a deepening meditative state while reclining and relaxing.  At times melodic, sometimes dissonant, the 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.
To learn more about Sound Journeys, check Ann-Marie’s website page: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Doors open at 7:15pm, the Journey starts at 7:30pm sharp! Arrive early to set up your space. Note: doors are locked at 7:45pm so as not to interrupt those journeying.
Where: Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, just south of Annette,
Cost: $25.00
Please bring:  a mat, blanket, pillow and bottle of water for your comfort. 
You must RSVP as space is limited: amboudreau@yahoo.ca
 
Tuesday Evenings from March 2 to April 6   
Stages of the Hero’s Journey: A Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Program
This seven week series examines Joseph Campbell’s monomyth as a template for maturation and transformation.
Participants consider major phases in the journey and how to reflect those to groups/clients through soundwork.
The course is largely taught experientially. No prior musical training is necessary.
Contact me for further details as space is limited.
219 St. Clair West.   $280.
Contact: garyd@garydiggins.com
Faculty: Gary Diggins, Ann-Marie Boudreau, Hazel Walker & Lisa Hartt-Spillane
   Upcoming March Sneak Peaks:
Make sure to mark these dates in your calendar!

Wednesday, March 3rd 
Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!

Saturday, March 20th
The Big Beat: A Spring Equinox Celebration!

Saturday, March 27th  New Growth Begins:  A Sound Journey Experience

Saturday & Sunday, March 27 & 28th  Soundwork Practitioner’s Intensive Training on the Seven Primary Archetypes
Toronto Sound Source: Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Programs
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com for more information and to RSVP:
 
Soundwork Resources:  **Soundwork in Toronto:  Contact Ann-Marie Boudreau at: www.
annmarieboudreau.com Hazel Walker at: www.soundspirit.ca
Lisa Hartt-Spillane at:  www.harttsong.vpweb.ca 
**Soundwork in London/Stratford Area: Contact Jocelyn Drainie at: www.sonicmedicine.ca  
**Soundwork in Hamilton: Contact Stephen Hudecki at:  www.laughingboy.ca
**Soundwork in Barrie: Contact Elizabeth Levine at:  www.healingwithsound.ca
 

Dear Friends,
Happy New Year Greetings as we step into 2010!
In these quiet months of winter dive deeply and journey within at these enriching and experiential sound events. 
Sending you best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com
 
UPCOMING EVENTS!

Tuesday Evenings from January 5 - February 16     
Seven Primary Archetypes: A Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Program
This seven week series explores the intersection of Jungian psychology and soundwork. We consider the generative and destructive sides of archetypal energies through intentional soundmaking. Consider the Warrior, Sovereign, Healer, Magus, and more.  The course is largely taught experientially.  No prior musical training is necessary.
Contact Gary Diggins for further details as space is limited. gdiggins@aol.com
Where:  Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair West, lower level 
Cost:  $280

Wednesday, January 6th
Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
With Gary Diggins Enjoy an evening of improvised sound and music as medicine!
When 7:30pm sharp, Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level, Cost:  $20.00
To RSVP contact:  gdiggins@aol.com. 

Monday, January 18th:
Journey Through Voice Level II with Voice3
A Vocal Workshop
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 vocal expression in this soulful vocal workshop. Tap into your unlimited creativity & playful inner child as you explore the use of improvisational vocalizing and vocables.  Access the primordial energy which will bring you into contact with your original sound language.  From that place your own personal soul sound will emerge.  It’s time to awaken to the enormous power and influence of your voice!
Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Ave West, lower level
Time:  7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Cost:  $35.00 
To RSVP contact Ann-Marie at: amboudreau@yahoo.ca   416-604-8871 
Your facilitators are:  Ann-Marie Boudreau, Hazel Walker & Lisa Hartt-Spillane

Saturday, January 23rd
Journey Into Stillness:  A Sound Journey Experience
Hosted by Ann-Marie Boudreau
Join us for this intimate and personal ‘live surround-sound’ experience!  Created as an evening of relaxation, we’ll be encouraging you to move into a place of stillness inside, a reflection of nature in its hibernation and gestation period.
What is a Sound Journey? 
For 90 minutes allow yourself to be enfolded by deep healing sounds from acoustic world instruments being played around and over you.  A sound journey can support you as you move into a deepening meditative state while reclining and relaxing.  At times melodic, sometimes dissonant, the 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.
To learn more about Sound Journeys, check Ann-Marie’s website page: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Doors open at 7:15pm, the Journey starts at 7:30pm sharp! Arrive early to set up your space. Note: doors are locked at 7:45pm so as not to interrupt those journeying.
Where: Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, just south of Annette,
Cost: $25.00
Please bring:  a mat, blanket, pillow and bottle of water for your comfort. 
You must RSVP as space is limited: amboudreau@yahoo.ca

Upcoming February Sneak Peaks:
Make sure to mark these dates in your calendar! 

Wednesday, February 3rd 
Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
Where:  Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level

Thursday, February 4th
An evening of Poetry and Music
Where:  LucSculpture School & Studios, 663 Greenwood Avenue

Saturday, February 20th
Deep Healing Trance:  A Sound Journey Experience
Hosted by Ann-Marie Boudreau
Where: Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, just south of Annette

Tuesday Evenings from March 2 to April 6
Stages of the Hero’s Journey: A Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Program
Where:  Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level
 
Toronto Sound Source: Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Programs
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com for more information and to RSVP:

Soundwork Resources:  Soundwork as Soulwork Programs at Toronto Sound Source: Contact Gary Diggins at:
www.garydiggins.com
Soundwork in London/Stratford Area: Contact Jocelyn Drainie at: www.sonicmedicine.ca  
Soundwork in Hamilton: Contact Stephen Hudecki at:  www.laughingboy.ca
Soundwork in Barrie: Contact Elizabeth Levine at:  www.healingwithsound.ca
 
The Creative Moment:
Providing dynamic learning experiences for companies that want to embrace their creative spirit and build a culture of innovation and imagination!
www.thecreativemoment.com
 
TAC: The Transformational Arts College:
Since 1988, Transformational Arts has been at the leading edge of the psychospiritual development and holistic education fields, creating many unique programs unparalleled in Canada and the Western World.
www.transformationalarts.com   

December Sound Events - Come Dance, Sing and Play!
From Ann-Marie Boudreau
 
Dear Friends,
The Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners, CASP, has a newly redesigned website on-line:  www.soundpractitioners.com  For those looking to explore sound there are many wonderful articles, events and a host of sound information and photos posted on the site, including photos from the CASP Launch in June of this year.  For those working with sound in a therapeutic manner, this is a great way to connect up and join with others of like-mind.
 
There are many wonderful ways to celebrate this last month of 2009.  I will be sounding with my friends at some great events happening throughout the city and up in the Barrie area.  Come out and sound, play, dance and drum your way into the New Year!
Sending Good vibrations your way,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com
 
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Friday, Saturday, Sunday,
December 4th, 5th & 6th
Soundwork Practitioners’ Intensive Training
Level Two Certification
Content pivots around the insightful work of Dr. Bill Plotkin and the practice of soundwork. The process invites us to dive deep, gain skills, and become artful in our service to others. The training has proven to be transformative for past participants.  Ready for it?
Contact gdiggins@aol.com for further details as space is limited.
Where:  219 St. Clair West. 
Cost: $320 all inclusive.
 
Monday, December 7th
Vocal Exploration of Classical Indian Melodies and Rhythms
with Suba Sankaran
Are you interested in exploring the vocal world of Classical Indian melodies and rhythms?  Step into this rich musical tradition with vocalist, pianist and percussionist Suba Sankaran.   Suba studied south Indian classical music with master drummer (and father) Trichy Sankaran. She has also studied south Indian classical vocal music with Sankari Krishnan, T. Vishwanathan, K. Subramaniam and N. Ramani. Her percussion training includes teachers such as Glen Velez, Sal Ferreras and Russell Hartenberger. Suba, among a wide range of musical projects, is the vocal imagination of Autorickshaw www.autorickshaw.ca
This workshop is open to all levels of vocal and musical training.
Contact gdiggins@aol.com for further details as space is limited.
Where:  219 St. Clair West. 
Time:  precise start at 7 p.m.  
Cost:  $30 all inclusive.
 
Thursday, December 17
Big Beat North - in Barrie
Dance, Drum & Dream
You are warmly invited to help welcome the winter season through a celebration of improvisational dancing, drumming and sound. 
Where:  AM SHALOM SANCTUARY, 767 Huronia Road, Barrie, Ontario
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Admission: $20.00 at the door
(bring drum & mat)
For further information/directions, please visit
www.healingwithsound.ca or email liz@healingwithsound.ca
 
Sat. Dec. 19  
THE BIG BEAT - A Winter Solstice Celebration
A celebratory evening of dancing, drumming, and dreaming with TRIUNE
Bring a willingness to play.  Bring a drum.
Where: VIVACE Studio - 291 A Jane Street, (Four blocks north of Bloor St. West).
Time: Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for an 8 p.m. start
Cost:  $20, Tickets available at the door
Contact gdiggins@aol.com for further information.
 
Tuesday, December 22nd
Twin Flame Holiday Concert
Performance by Internationally known Sonic Reiki Grand Master Teachers Linda Sylvester & Thomas Burakowski. These talented professionals perform a capella and have the rare gift of seeing into 24 dimensions of reality, creating an interesting, peaceful and loving experience. The intent of the evening is to activate the Divine Twin Flame. Universal Law of Attraction states “likes attracts likes.” Activate your vibration within … and attract the same! The destiny of the Twin Flame is to be One.
Sound meditations by Ann-Marie Boudreau on Sitar  
For more information on Sonic Reiki check:  www.sonicreiki.com
When:  Refreshments 6:30pm, concert at 7:30pm
Where:  The Music Gallery, 197 John Street, Toronto, M5T 1X6
Tickets $35, call toll free: 877-236-2907
Hourly Parking Available

Upcoming 2010 Sneak Peaks:
Make sure to mark these dates in your calendar! 

Tues. Jan. 5 - Feb. 16     
Soundwork Practitioners’ Training
Seven Primary Archetypes
This seven week series explores the intersection of Jungian psychology and soundwork. We consider the generative and destructive sides of archetypal energies through intentional soundmaking. Consider the Warrior, Sovereign, Healer, Magus, and more.  The course is largely taught experientially.  No prior musical training is necessary.
Contact Gary Diggins for further details as space is limited. gdiggins@aol.com
Where:  219 St. Clair West. 
Cost:  $280.

Wednesday, January 6th
Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
With Gary Diggins Enjoy an evening of improvised sound and music as medicine!
When 7:30pm sharp, Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level, Cost:  $20.00 To RSVP contact:  gdiggins@aol.com. 

January 18th:
Voice3 Vocal Workshop, Level II, 7:30 to 9:30pm

Saturday, January 23rd
A Sound Journey Experience “Journey Into Stillness”
Hosted by Ann-Marie Boudreau
Join us for this intimate and personal ‘live surround-sound’ experience!  Created as an evening of relaxation, we’ll be encouraging you to move into a place of stillness inside, a reflection of nature in its hibernation and gestation period.  Doors open at 7:15pm, the Journey starts at 7:30pm sharp! Arrive early to set up your space. Note: doors are locked at 7:45pm so as not to interrupt those journeying. Where: Vivace Studios, 291A Jane Street, just south of Annette, Cost: $25.00 Please bring:  a mat, blanket, pillow and bottle of water for your comfort.  You must RSVP as space is limited: amboudreau@yahoo.ca
What is a Sound Journey?  For 90 minutes allow yourself to be enfolded by deep healing sounds from acoustic world instruments being played around and over you.  A sound journey can support you as you move into a deepening meditative state while reclining and relaxing.  At times melodic, sometimes dissonant, the 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. To learn more about Sound Journeys, check Ann-Marie’s website page: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
 
Toronto Sound Source: Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Programs
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com for more information and to RSVP:

March 2 to April 6, Soundwork Practitioners’ Training - Stages of the Hero’s Journey.  Seven week series. 
 
Soundwork Resources:  Soundwork as Soulwork Programs at Toronto Sound Source: Contact Gary Diggins at:
www.garydiggins.com
Soundwork in London/Stratford Area: Contact Jocelyn Drainie at: www.sonicmedicine.ca  
Soundwork in Hamilton: Contact Stephen Hudecki at:  www.laughingboy.ca
Soundwork in Barrie: Contact Elizabeth Levine at:  www.healingwithsound.ca
 
The Creative Moment:
Providing dynamic learning experiences for companies that want to embrace their creative spirit and build a culture of innovation and imagination!
www.thecreativemoment.com
 
TAC: The Transformational Arts College:
Since 1988, Transformational Arts has been at the leading edge of the psychospiritual development and holistic education fields, creating many unique programs unparalleled in Canada and the Western World.
www.transformationalarts.com   

Dear Friends,
Moving into shorter days and longer nights - there are many upcoming events to keep the light shining longer this month!  Have a look below at some of the wonderful sound offerings to choose from….
Sending Good vibrations your way,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com
 
UPCOMING EVENTS!
 
CASP - Meet & Greet!
Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners
Sunday, November 1st
“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members, a heart of grace, and a soul generated by love.”  Coretta Scott King
Come join like-minded souls as we celebrate this emerging community of Sound Practitioners…Bring a favourite instrument, as we will have an opportunity to talk, share, play and explore.  Feel free to bring a few friends who might be interested in learning more about CASP.  Light refreshments will be served. 
Location:  Vivace Studio, 291A Jane Street (4 blocks north of Bloor Street West)
Time:  7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
RSVP:  hazel@soundspirit.ca
 
Sonica Sanctus
Wednesday, November 4th
A circle where singing serves the soul.
Sonica offers an improvisational context for voices to soar.
All levels of musical ability are welcome.
219 St. Clair West 7:30 p.m. sharp. Cost:  $20
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com
 
Exploring the voice through the Chakras
Four Thursdays, November 5th, 12th, 26th, Dec 3rd
Only Two Spaces Left!
Are you interested in exploring your voice in a much deeper and more intimate way?  And, in a small intimate setting?
This is a unique and intimate study of the voice as it is explored through the 7 major chakra energy centers found in the human body.  The ultimate goal of the exploration is to deepen the vocalist’s connection with themselves and open them up to expressing through a wider range of emotions and exotic flavours.  A wide range of world instruments will be introduced and used to support the students throughout their vocal explorations. 
We invite you to step into this soulful exploration of your voice.
Ann-Marie Boudreau and Lisa Hart-Spillane have created this four part/four evening vocal program.
Time:  from 7:00 to 9:30pm
Where: 526 Runnymede Road, Cost:  $150.00
There are only two spaces left so RSVP soon:  amboudreau@yahoo.ca or call: 416-604-8871
 
Come Home To Yourself:
An Experiential Day of Breathwork & Soundwork
Saturday, November 7th
This is a unique experience of breath and sound that will support you to explore your connection to your true nature. This experiential day combines and supports while combining the use of Breathwork & Soundwork.  With Breathwork Therapists:  Michele Meehan, Jennifer Brown & Soundwork Practitioner: Ann-Marie Boudreau  
Time:  9:30am to 5:00pm
Where:  Vivace Studios, 291A Jane St
Cost:  $100.00
For more details on Breathwork:  www.breathsong.com
For more details on Soundwork:  www.annmarieboudreau.com
RSVP call Michele @ 416-762-8054

Sonic Circle: An Exploration of the Sonica Sanctus
Monday, November 9th
Sonica Circle Class to explore and breakdown the elements of a Sonica Sanctus experience.  Includes an exploration of improvisational vocal work and hands on use of world instruments.
With Ann-Marie Boudreau.  RSVP:  amboudreau@yahoo.ca
Time:  7:00 to 9:00pm, Cost: $20.00
Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level.
 
Soundwork Practitioners’ Training
Seven Stages of Development
Tuesday, November 10 to December 15
This seven week series presents the cornerstone principles and protocols of soundwork.  Learn how to create therapeutic soundscapes for stages ranging from prenatal life to elderhood.  Participants are given a teaching guide with several hundred pages of research and theory.  The course is largely taught experientially.  No prior musical training is necessary.
Contact me for further details as space is limited.
219 St. Clair West.  $280.
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com
 
Soundwork Practitioners’ Intensive Training
- Level One Certification
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, November 20 to 22
These three days compact years of research and practice in the discipline of soundwork.  In addition to an experiential learning process, participants receive an in-depth study guide.  Participants explore soundwork for well-being, archetypal sounding, and familiarity with instruments.  A musical background is not necessary but a willingness to engage is essential.
Contact me for further details as space is limited.
219 St. Clair West.  $320 all inclusive.
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com
 
Sound Journey Experience in Ottawa
Saturday, November 14th
Recline and relax for 90 minutes while being surrounded by a rich blanket of sound and the soulful vocals of Ann-Marie Boudreau while instruments from traditions around the globe are played around and over you.
Melodic, sometimes dissonant, the sound journey is created utilizing an intimate knowledge of the chakra system, shamanic traditions and the vibrational nature of our bodies to enhance and deepen the experience. Some have considered this live-surround-sound journey as a deep meditation and others a sound massage or a visioning experience.
*Important:  Bring along a yoga mat, blanket, pillow and water for your comfort.*
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $25
DOORS CLOSE AT 6:50 SHARP ~ PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY (6:30)
Must RSVP! Please call Sabrina 613 863-8446
Location: James Wellness Center
300-20 James Street, Ottawa, K2P 0T6
 
Kensington Market Yoga
Wednesday, November 18th & November 25th
Yoga Facilitator:  Billy Gekas, Live Sound by:  Ann-Marie Boudreau
Spend your Wednesday evening unfolding your yoga practice in this intimate space to the exotic and meditative strains of the Sitar by Ann-Marie Boudreau.
Where: Spiritwind International Arts, 64 Oxford Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto, Time:  7:30pm
As space is limited please RSVP: wjgekas@hotmail.com or phone: 416-574-8020
 
Intentional Sounding Circle in Flesherton
Sunday, November 22nd 
Explore your improvisational voice, have fun using hand-held world instruments and learn how to create intentional sounding circles.
Where:  Spirit Space, 10 Toronto Street, Flesherton
Contact Ann Wylie-Toal to RSVP 888-999-6893

Upcoming Sneak Peaks:
Make sure to mark these dates in your calendar!

December 2nd:  Sonica Sanctus, 7:30-9:30pm, 219 St. Clair Ave West

December 4th: Sound Journey Experience in Toronto for Positively Fabulous Women’s Group (women only - sorry guys)

December 17th: Big Beat North in Barrie!  Contact Elizabeth Levine for more details:
[mailto:lizlevine@rogers.com] lizlevine@rogers.com

December 19th: Big Beat Toronto! Contact: [mailto:gdiggins@aol.com] gdiggins@aol.com

Toronto Sound Source: Soundwork Practitioners’ Training Programs
Contact: [mailto:gdiggins@aol.com] gdiggins@aol.com for more information
and to RSVP:

December 4 - 6,  Soundwork Practitioners’ Intensive Training - Level Two
Certification

January 5 to Feb 16:  Soundwork Practitioners’ Training - Seven Primary
Archetypes.  Seven week series.

March 2 to April 6, Soundwork Practitioners’ Training - Stages of the
Hero’s Journey.  Seven week series.

Soundwork Resources:  Soundwork as Soulwork Programs at Toronto Sound
Source: Contact Gary Diggins at:[http://www.garydiggins.com/] www.garydiggins.com
Soundwork in London/Stratford Area: Contact Jocelyn Drainie at:
[http://www.sonicmedicine.ca/] www.sonicmedicine.ca
Soundwork in Hamilton: Contact Stephen Hudecki at:
[http://www.laughingboy.ca/] www.laughingboy.ca
Soundwork in Barrie: Contact Elizabeth Levine at:
[http://www.healingwithsound.ca/] www.healingwithsound.ca

The Creative Moment:
Providing dynamic learning experiences for companies that want to embrace
their creative spirit and build a culture of innovation and imagination!
[http://www.thecreativemoment.com/] www.thecreativemoment.com

TAC: The Transformational Arts College:
Since 1988, Transformational Arts has been at the leading edge of the
psychospiritual development and holistic education fields, creating many
unique programs unparalleled in Canada and the Western World.
[http://www.transformationalarts.com/] www.transformationalarts.com

Dear Friends,
I hope you’ve been enjoying the shift back into fall and have caught some of those awesome changes of colour in Nature.  To help you step deeper into exploring our own nature there are several creative events being offered this month.  Included are vocal workshops, yoga classes with live sound, a Soundwork Level Two Intensive and some interactive & creative events!  I hope you can join us!
Sending Good vibrations your way,
am
Ann-Marie Boudreau
Website & Music: www.annmarieboudreau.com 
Music: www.myspace.com/annmarieboudreau
CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com

UPCOMING EVENTS!

“Journey Through Voice” – an Exploratory Vocal Workshop with Voice3
Monday, October 5th
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 vocal expression in this soulful vocal workshop. Tap into your unlimited creativity & playful inner child as you explore the use of improvisational vocalizing and vocables.  Access the primordial energy which will bring you into contact with your original sound language.  From that place your own personal soul sound will emerge.  It’s time to awaken to the enormous power and influence of your voice! Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Ave West, (lower level)
Time:  7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Cost:  $35.00  Contact Ann-Marie: amboudreau@yahoo.ca  416-604-8871 
Your facilitators are:  Ann-Marie Boudreau, Hazel Walker & Lisa Hartt-Spillane

Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
Wednesday, October 7th
Enjoy an evening of improvised sound and music as medicine!
When 7:30pm sharp
Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level, Cost:  $20.00
To RSVP contact:  gdiggins@aol.com.

Rhythmic Foundations: 10 week beginner drumming program
Wednesdays, October 7th to December 16th, no class on October 14th
With Terri Segal, Special Guest on November 4th: Ann-Marie Boudreau
Experience the benefits of drumming, self-expression, creativity and play.  No previous drumming experience is necessary.  Some Djembes are provided or bring your own. 
Where:  918 Bathurst Street (www.918bathurst.com/contact_us.html, 2 blocks north of Bloor, near Bathurst Subway Station
Time:  7:30pm to 9:15pm 
Cost: $240 + GST, $252

Lululemon Yoga
Sunday, October 11th
Yoga Facilitator: Nancy Dean Lais, Live Sound by: Ann-Marie Boudreau & Greg Dean
Enjoy a morning yoga class to the exotic sounds of live sitar and drumming.
Time: 9:30-10:30am
Where: Inside Lululemon Store, Oshawa Town Centre
Type of Yoga:  Hatha Yoga
For further details & to RSVP contact Nancy Dear Lais at: nlais0305@yahoo.ca

Soundwork Practitioners Intensive - Level Two
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, October 16th, 17th, 18th
Content pivots around the soulwork of Dr. Bill Plotkin and the practice of soundwork.
The training will deepen your ability to facilitate groups as well as work with clients.
Contact Gary Diggins for further details as space is limited: gdiggins@aol.com
Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level
Cost: $320 all inclusive

Relief Through Creativity: Wellness Celebration at LucSculpture
Saturday & Sunday, October 24th & 25th
Spend your weekend exploring your creativity during this playful & interactive day!  Ann-Marie Boudreau will be teaching an introductory vocal class on Saturday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00pm.
Open: 10:00am to 9:00pm
Where:  663 Greenwood Avenue, Toronto
Contact for more details:  Yuri Murakami, 416-461-7936
Website:  www.lucsculpture.blogspot.com & http://sites.google.com/site/healthfoodcreativity 

Fall Reiki Gathering: Labyrinths A Path to your Centre
Sunday, October 25th
With Facilitators: Stephanie Cookson, Irma Haggith, Ann-Marie Boudreau & Dorian Leigh 
It is a time of change and shifting energies as we move into the Fall, come and share and learn together in support and fun as you walk your path.  This event is open to all those with an interest in Reiki, energy work, natural healing, personal growth and labyrinths.  The only requirement is to have had an experience of a Reiki treatment.
For details & to RSVP contact Stephanie Cookson at:  stephanie.cookson@rogers.com or call: 416 -916-2980
Website:  www.transense.ca 

Kensington Market Yoga
Wednesday, October 28th
Yoga Facilitator:  Billy Gekas, Live Sound by:  Ann-Marie Boudreau
Spend your Wednesday evening unfolding your yoga practice in this intimate space to the exotic and meditative strains of the Sitar by Ann-Marie Boudreau.
Where: Spiritwind International Arts, 64 Oxford Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto
Time:  7:30pm
As space is limited please RSVP: 416-574-8020
Website:  www.liberatingsadhanas.com or www.spiritwindinternationalarts.com 

Sneak Peek November Events!
(More details available on my website calendar of events: www.annmarieboudreau.com)

November 1st:  CASP Meet & Greet, For further details see: www.soundpractitioners.com
November 5th, 12th, 26th & Dec 3rd, 7:00 to 9:30pm: 4 Week Vocal Exploration Series through the Chakras with Ann-Marie Boudreau & Lisa Hartt-Spillane.  To RSVP: amboudreau@yahoo.ca
November 7th, 9:30am to 5:00pm:  ‘Come Home to Yourself’ A Breathwork & Soundwork experiential workshop with Michele Meehan, Jennifer Brown & musical guest: Ann-Marie Boudreau.  A unique experience of breath and sound will support you to explore your connection to your true nature.  For more details/RSVP call Michele @ 416-762-8054.
November 9th, 7:00 to 9:00pm: Sonica Circle Class, to explore and breakdown the elements of a Sonica Sanctus experience.  With Ann-Marie Boudreau.  RSVP:  amboudreau@yahoo.ca
November 14th, 7:00 to 9:00pm, Sound Journey: An evening in Ottawa! at the James Wellness Centre. RSVP: amboudreau@yahoo.ca
November 18th, Kensington Market Yoga with Yoga Facilitator Billy Gekas and Ann-Marie Boudreau on Sitar! Please RSVP: 416-574-8020
November 22nd, Intentional Sounding Circle, an experiential Workshop at Spirit Space, 10 Toronto Street in Flesherton. Contact Ann Wylie-Toal to RSVP 888-999-6893
Novembger 25th, Kensington Market Yoga with Yoga Facilitator Billy Gekas and Ann-Marie Boudreau on Sitar!Please RSVP: 416-574-8020 

There are some wonderful sound events to be enjoyed this fall.

I’ll be teaching an evening vocal workshop for those wishing to step into an exploration of their improvisational vocal skills. The Transformational Arts College is hosting this workshop through their summer lecture series on Wednesday, August 26th.

This September there are two wonderful retreats I will be facilitating sound experiences at:
The Wise Woman’s Weekend - September 11, 12 13
Mindfulness into the Shamanic Journey - September 18, 19, 20
- Sign Up Soon to reserve a spot for yourself!

On September 17th join myself, Krystina Lewicki and her group of wonderful medieval musicians to celebrate the musical works of Hildegard Von Bingen at a Feast Day Concert and Labyrinth walk at Trinty Church.  An outdoor Labyrinth walk takes place Tuesday, September 22nd…

…and the Voice3 trio is hosting “Journey Through Voice”, an Exploratory Vocal Workshop on Monday, October 5th (please note the date change from September 23rd).

Read on for more details about these great events!
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
CASP (Canadian Association of Sound Practitioners):  www.soundpractitioners.com

UPCOMING EVENTS!

Vocal Explorations Workshop
Wednesday, August 26th
(Note Date Correction)
Is it time to ‘raise the bar’ in the exploration of your voice?  For
those of you who have wanted to study vocal work with me this is a great
opportunity to experience some of my vocal work. I will be encouraging vocalists to explore their improvisational skills.  For further details & to RSVP contact the Transformational Arts College at 416-484-0454 or check their website for details: www.transformationalarts.com or www.transformationalarts.com/w_summerlecture.aspx

Sonica Sanctus – Music as Medicine!
Wednesday, September 2
Enjoy an evening of improvised sound and music as medicine!
When 7:30pm sharp
Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Avenue West, lower level, Cost:  $20.00
To RSVP contact:  gdiggins@aol.com.

Wise Woman’s Weekend
September 11, 12 & 13
“We invite women of all ages to join us once again on the shores of beautiful Lake Huron to embrace and celebrate our sacred femininity, our birthright. Through drumming, dancing,and singing, we will celebrate and nurture our minds, our bodies, and our souls as we send thanks and blessings to one another, the Earth, and the Universe.”  This amazing weekend retreat for women will include fun workshops, each given by a woman accomplished in her chosen field. The Healing Oasis will be available for the mind, body, and spirit through reflexology, reiki, massage, as well as other modalities.
Ann-Marie Boudreau along with her soundwork colleagues, Lisa Hartt-Spillane, Hazel Walker and Lucie Brisson, will be facilitating a sound journey experience, vocal workshop and journey of the senses workshop throughout the weekend.   Soundwork Collegue Jocelyn Drainie will be teaching several sound workshops as well.
Where:  Huron Church Camp, south of Bayfield the shores of Lake Huron
For further information & details contact Elizabeth Runciman at:  erunciman@hay.net or call: 519-228-7632

Thursday, September 17, 2009  8:00 PM
HILDEGARD VON BINGEN FEAST DAY CONCERT
“Living Light” celebration featuring Hildegard’s Medieval chants and Labyrinth Walk.
Toronto’s beautiful sacred space, the Church of the Holy Trinity, will be transformed into a Labyrinth to host the music of medieval mystic, Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179). Join us in celebrating Hildegard’s Feast Day featuring a selection of Hildegard’s enigmatic and transformative Medieval chants and poetry arranged for voice, early music instruments and diverse world music instruments.  Early music and world music musicians, Krystina Lewicki (soprano), Mike Franklin (woodwinds, voice), Ann-Marie Boudreau (voice, sitar, ngoni, harp),  William Gekas (voice, violin), Kathleen Gillis (tombak, percussion) and guests Simone Desilets (bass viol) and Silvana Bozzato (tenor viol, voice).  The music, poetry and visions of Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179) are being rediscovered as a major inspiration of spiritual connection, creativity in the visual and musical arts, political action, and environmental consciousness.
Presented in collaboration with the Labyrinth Community Network of Toronto and sponsored by Wonderworks.
NOTE: The next outdoor Labyrinth walk takes place Tuesday, September 22nd, in Trinity Square.  For more information: www.labyrinthnetwork.ca  
The Church of the Holy Trininity
10 Trinity Square (behind the Eaton Centre)
For more information visit:  
www.gowonderworks.com
www.annmarieboudreau.com
Tickets: $20 or $15 (cash) at Wonderworks (gowonderworks.com)

Mindfulness into the Shamanic Journey
September 18, 19, 20
This is a three-day silent retreat focused on healing and restoring the harmonious balance between mind and body.  The journey through nature will help you connect to your inner power and wisdom, receiving guidance and direction from your spirit guides and helpers.  Various styles of meditation, including sitting and moving meditations, will be used.
Three Day Retreat in Nature with: Theodore Tsaousidis, Assisted by: Matthew Richards
Special Guests:  Ann-Marie Boudreau & O’Puck @ Jesse james
Location: Chatsworth, ON, 2.5 hours from Toronto
Cost: $185.00 and (based on the ability to pay) Includes Meals
For more info call: (647) 439-1985 or email: theodore@sittingatthegate.ca
Or visit the website: http://sittingatthegate.wordpress.com/my-events/shamanic-retreats/2009-mindfulness-into-the-shamanic-journey/

The BIG BEAT - An Autumnal Equinox Celebration
Saturday, September 19
We gather to honour the seasons in a spirit of play and celebration.
Bring your drumming gear, dancing feet, and dreaming body.
TRIUNE plus musical guests.
Vivace Dance Studio 291 Jane St. (north of Bloor West)
Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for an 8 p.m. start   $20
Contact: gdiggins@aol.com

“Journey Through Voice”
An Exploratory Vocal Workshop with Voice3
Monday, October 5th
(Note Date change from Sept 23rd)
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 vocal expression in this soulful vocal workshop. Tap into your unlimited creativity & playful inner child as you explore the use of improvisational vocalizing and vocables.  Access the primordial energy which will bring you into contact with your original sound language.  From that place your own personal soul sound will emerge.  It’s time to awaken to the enormous power and influence of your voice!
Where: Toronto Sound Source Studio, 219 St. Clair Ave West, (lower level)
Time:  7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Cost:  $35.00  Contact Ann-Marie: amboudreau@yahoo.ca  416-604-8871  
Your facilitators are:  Ann-Marie Boudreau, Hazel Walker & Lisa Hartt-Spillane