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2022-2023: Trans and Nonbinary Vocal Workshops with Emily Bate and Julie Lipson
A vocal exploration workshop for trans/nonbinary people to unlock greater access to the full range of vocal expression. Using a creative, play-based approach, we experiment with sound, pleasure, range, and resonance. We learn about vocal anatomy and health, hormones and voice, releasing tension, and breathwork. Come together in a group of trans and nonbinary voices to share stories, sing together, and open up new vocal possibilities. Register for the winter session (on Zoom!) here. Winter session details: Wednesdays, January 18th, January 25th and February 1st, 2023; 6-7:30 on Zoom Led by Julie Lipson and Emily Bate; with special guests Kei Slaughter & Mari Valverde Free and open to all trans & nonbinary people! Save the date for spring: In-person weekend intensive coming to the Rotunda on March 25-26, followed by a master class in transfeminine voice work taught by Mari Valverde on March 28th, 2023. To learn about future workshops, sign up on the mailing list below. Funded by the Sachs Program of Arts Innovation |
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MUSIC THERAPY AND BEYOND: WORKSHOPS, SUPERVISION, AND OTHER SERVICES
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Selected Presentation/Consultation Topics:
-queer competency for therapists and orgs -using creativity in your talk therapy practice -gender and the literal/metaphorical voice -infusing therapy groups with creativity -the voice as embodied healing Supervision and Coaching: I provide queer and gender-affirming supervision to music therapists and music therapy students. I also offer coaching to therapists who are starting private practices. Music Therapy Practice: I maintain a small private practice, specializing in working with adults who are exploring the connection between their voice and gender. |
Trans and Nonbinary Vocal Workshops:
A creative community space for trans, nonbinary, and gender-non-conforming people to get curious about their voices. Learn about singing anatomy, explore your authentic voice in a non-judgmental space, experiment with sound, pleasure, range, and resonance. Co-led with Emily Bate, founder/conductor of Trust Your Moves, West Philly's all-gender, no-audition queer choir. The next workshops will be in Fall, 2022. Join the mailing list to get updates. |
Testimonials
"Thank you so much for your presentation. It brought a real dose of positive energy and thoughtfulness to our holiday celebration. I have a sense that it created unity in the room as well, in an intuitive way." Each time I hear Julie Lipson present, I leave feeling invigorated and excited about the potential for creativity in me and my clients. Julie invites participation with warmth, and makes everyone feel at ease. At the same time, they provide a wealth of information about incorporating creativity into one’s practice." |
"I had the privilege recently of hearing Julie Lipson present a workshop to a group of experienced group therapists on incorporating music therapy techniques into their work. Julie gave a highly engaging and polished presentation that was at once thoughtful, relevant, and playful, with a strong participatory component. I had fun and “stole” a few ideas for my adolescent groups- if you have the chance I strongly recommend hearing them present." "One of the most refreshing social-work-related events I've been to. I need more music and movement in my life/practice!" |
