Voice Circle Workshop by guest Kodo artist Yoko Fuijimoto July 29, 7pm (2-3 hours) Online Registration has ended. Drop-Ins Welcome. "There are many 'hearts' within each of us, and each one holds a different voice. Yoko performs with the New Japan Philharmonic The day I realized that my voice didn't have to be high or loud or large was the day I began to sing in my own way, and the beginning of a new path towards personal freedom of expression. The "Voice Circle" is a workshop I designed in order to share this joy with as many people as possible." -Yoko Fujimoto Objectives of workshop: Exploring the pronunciation and vocalization of the Japanese language Introduction to various Japanese scales and some songs that use these scales. With these two objectives in mind, using kakegoe (stylized shouting), vocalization exercises and children's songs, participants will become more familiar with the Japanese language and Japanese songs. The traditional Ainu song "Yaisama" will be the basis for many of the challenging "games" we will play as we explore the beauty and resonance of the voice.