Workshops
Pennsylvania German Hexology: Hunter Yoder
A discussion of Pennsylvania German Hexology, its European roots and modern day evolution, including its relationship to Appalachian shamanism, Hexerei, and the plants, from a magickal and runic perspective.
Kubb: A Viking Era Lawn Game
Kubb (pronounced “Koob”) is known to create great excitement in pregnant woman, elder folk, wee children, and anyone else with a pulse. To date, no known cure has been found. Its simple rules, combined with the fact that one gets to throw hard wooden sticks at hard wooden blocks, make it a lot of fun. This workshop won't find us sitting around discussing much. Instead, we'll set up a Kubb set or two, and get right to it. Handouts and playing tips will be provided. Experienced kubb players are encouraged to bring their own sets and play against each other.
Sacred Sounds: Using Chants, Singing Bowls and Gongs for Healing and Inner Peace
with Doug and Jenna Greene
Worrying is harmful on every level: emotional, physical, mental and spiritual. It has absolutely no benefits yet so many of us worry every day.
In this unique workshop, sound, rhythm and empowering words are woven together to manifest positive change. You will learn how to shift your perception to attract peace into your life. These relaxation techniques, developed by singer-songwriter Jenna Greene, are based on ancient healing practices. Sacred chant attunes us to the rhythms of nature, our ancestors and our spirits. Be transformed by the power of your own voice. Learn how to find your own personal healing rhythm. Turn worry into wonder!
Singing bowls are a type of bell, specifically classified as a standing bell. Rather than hanging inverted or attached to a handle, standing bells sit with the bottom surface resting. The sides and rims of the singing bowls vibrate to produce otherworldly sounds. They were traditionally used in Buddhist practice as a support for meditation, trance induction and prayer.
Gongs have been used for thousands of years as an important a tool for meditation. The tones and waves of the gong are said to give the listener the ability to travel out of the body and free the mind. It is used for clearing out the subconscious mind of unnecessary clutter, and just having a great out-of-this world experience. Learn how to use these powerful tools for meditation, relaxation, healthcare, personal well-being and to connect to the Divine within.
About the Greenes
Jenna Greene is a singer-songwriter inspired by hope and healing, following bliss, nature mythology and applying it everyday life. She believes that music, nature myth and ritual are an empowering combination and a life-changing force. Her debut Celtic CD, Crossroads, was recently released. Crossroads is a collection of 14 original, hauntingly beautiful songs which explore ancient Celtic myth and legend. Please check out her song samples at Greene Lady Music and her MySpace.
"This album is nothing less than FANTASTIC !!! In my 25 + years hosting an Irish/Celtic Radio Show here in Brockton Massachusetts, I have received so many great albums but it is so rare to receive one with such great original songs, outstanding arrangements and such a great voice to deliver the songs with such feeling. I would certainly nominate this album as 'Album Of The Year'.
It's music like this that makes me want to stay on the radio after all these years."
- Jim Larkin, WXBR Radio
Doug Greene is a sound healer who has intensively studied the works of Dr. Mitch Gaynor and mythologist Joseph Campbell. He brings together the wisdom of these two teachers in a refreshing and thought-provoking way. While Jenna facilitates the vocal aspects of sound healing, Doug explores the ancient healing practices of Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and crystal bowls. For over 30 years, he has been involved in ritual arts and performance arts including theater, sound and lighting design, orchestra and co-producing his wife Jenna's album.
