Voice DNA is an intimate voice journey, suitable for everyone, from complete beginners to confident singers. Experience diaphragmatic breathing with a Tibetan Bowl, toning and group singing with The Shruti Box and have a go at vocal improvisation and be part of a jam session with the Shamanic Drum. Voice DNA allows people to discover their unique voice, as personal as their DNA and release it in a safe space where they can build the confidence to be creative. The sessions are aimed at developing wellbeing and mindfulness through playful vocal exploration. The discovery of individual expression is complemented by listening and giving space to other voices and looking for ways to blend and harmonize with them. Every week we cover a different theme such as: Play, Listening, Rhythm, Release and Expression, Words and Stories, Circle Singing and Conducted Improvisation. In a typical session we will: – start with a voice warm-up and simple breathing exercises that activate our diaphragm, the power seat of our voice. – sing various tones together with the aid of the Indian Shruti Box and Tibetan Singing Bowl, as we learn to listen and be in tune. – learn to release our emotions through the medium of voice. – explore the connection between the body and the voice as we combine movement and sound in playful ways. – do a voice jam with the aid of gentle drumming in which we get to improvise simple melodies and/or sounds. Voice DNA was created and run by musician and voice coach Uran Apak. Read his Hive story here. See what Voice DNA is up to here: http://www.voicedna.co.uk/