Learn to play with more depth, musicality and nuance with official USA feeltone Monochord trainer Joule L'Adara
Next upcoming Training:
Online Training: "Secrets of the Monochord Virtual Retreat" Nov 9 - 10 ( more dates see below) Reserve your spot!
In person Training : " Secrets of the Monochord" , Level1-2 feeltone Practioner Training Jan 12th- Jan18th + more dates see below. Reserve your spot!
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Monochords are the ultimate mindfulness teachers. Setting their strings into motion initiates a process that uncovers layers of “knowing” until what’s left is only an awareness of the present moment. This practice of unknowing is the “secret” that opens up all the dormant possibilities within us.
While anyone can strum a monochord, there are skillful ways of playing it that elicit either a relaxation response or evocative response in those listening and receiving its sounds. This workshop is about going beyond mere ego-level improvisation, to develop the awareness of what you are doing, what the effect is, how to reliably recreate it again and again. You'll discover how tiny changes in parameters can create totally different responses in the body, and that the key to mastering these subtle variations is to increase your capacity for listening. Participants emerge feeling expanded, whole, clear, and creative after experiencing a sequence of gentle invitations that deepen one's playing ability in a short period of time. This small group workshop is for anyone wanting to level up their monochord playing skillset in order to deeply benefit the quality of experience for your clients and audience.
This hands-on intimate intensive workshop will give you the opportunity to play, experience, and learn more about the feeltone Monochords including the Monolini and Monolina body therapy monochords plus the larger Concert and Meditation Monochords. Learn Monochord playing techniques such as: how to create a "flying sound carpet" rich with overtones by bringing out the different harmonics to accent your playing, as well as how to tell evocative stories on the monochord by changing the 5 playing perimeters. You will be given the opportunity to open your ear to the harmonic spectrum, be shown how to differentiate between sound qualities, and understand the difference between tuning options for the different monochord models. You’ll also learn practical care, maintenance, tuning tips, how to change a string, and basic harmonic theory. By the end of the day spent focusing solely on your monochord with the support of our small group, you will have come to a new “attunement” with your instrument, experiencing how playing a Monochord can open a new space for you: allowing you to relax, rejuvenate, and nourish yourself and others.
For more details about what makes this training so magical, read this article: "How do you learn how to play an 'intuitive Instrument?" written by our feeltone trainer Joule L'Adara.
with USA feeltone Trainer Joule L'Adara, MFA in Music
Friday, September 27th - Sunday, September 29th, 2024
Learn basic playing techniques for skillfully playing the feeltone monochord, and how to differentiate between meditative playing and evocative playing.
Location: Beacon, New York
(New York Hudson Valley about 90 minutes north of NYC)
Workshop Fee: $600 (Plus local accommodations - recommendations in the area will be sent upon signup.)
Learn how to offer an entire sound bath using just a monochord! Learn powerful playing techniques with specific durations that will bring your clients into deep relaxation without putting them to sleep so that they may emerge rejuvenated and conscious with deep inner insight.
In this combined Level 1-2 intensive, you'll have the opportunity to learn all the basic playing techniques then immediately put them to use within the feeltone sound therapy protocol. Upon learning the sequence, each student will have the opportunity to lead the group and receive feedback.
Save money and time on travel by taking these two trainings back to back. (There is a rest and integration day planned in the middle so you may also enjoy the local area.)
Sunday, October 13th - Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Location: Beacon, New York
(New York Hudson Valley about 90 minutes north of NYC)
Workshop Fee: $1200 (Plus local accommodations - recommendations in the area will be sent upon signup.)
November 2024: Exact Dates TBD (email if interested)
Location: Concord, Massachusetts
*This training will feature a feeltone Monochord Table!
Workshop Fee: $1200 (Plus local accommodations - recommendations in the area will be sent upon signup.)
Sunday, January 12th - Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Location: Burbank, California
Workshop Fee: $1200 (Plus local accommodations - recommendations in the area will be sent upon signup.)
Joule's New York In-Person Trainings are capped at 4 Participants for intimate group learning.
As part of this training weekend you'll get to experience 9 Monochords played live and layered together while floating on "Moon Pods" in the ultimate Monochord Live Sound Immersion!
fees for Monochord training workshops:
$600 per training (+ Local Accommodations)
$1200 for Level 1-2 Intensive Week
(*Special: attend Level 1 for $300 if you've attended the Virtual Retreat! Available for the New York Level 1 Training only)
Note: Instruments for the in-person training are provided! You can bring your own monochord and/or play ours (and try out the different tuning options.)
Bonus! On site you will also be able to try out virtually ALL of the instruments in the WE PLAY WELL TOGETHER family including: handpans, tongue drums, kalimbas, Sansulas, and chimes. You will learn which of the smaller instruments play harmoniously with your monochord for sound layering.
Can't make the dates above? If you'd like to join at an alternate date (or location) in the near future, please email us with your future date and location preferences so we may consider your desires and availability when planning future small group trainings.
Developed during the pandemic, we offer a shortened version of the official feeltone Level 1 Monochord Training in a live interactive online format. The current Secrets of the Monochord Virtual Retreat offers 8 hours of live interactive instruction delivered over Zoom, with groups capped at 6 participants max to insure an intimate online experience.
While anyone can strum a monochord, there are skillful ways of playing it that will bring about deeper transformational experiences in your listeners. You'll learn the difference between meditative and evocative playing styles, and learn the 5 different playing parameters one can play on monochords.
Though nothing compares to our IRL trainings, this virtual retreat offers an affordable option to go deeper with this instrument for those who don't currently have the time or resources to travel.
Note: you must own a monochord to be able to participate as you'll be lead through live exercises from the comfort of your home.
Our next scheduled trainings are:
Option 1:
July 30th - 31st
Option 2:
August 2nd - 3rd
Option 3:
August 29th - 30th
Option 4:
September 10th - 11th
Option 5:
September 21st - 22nd
Timing:
4-hours of live instruction on 2 consecutive days (with breaks and playing exercises away from the screen.) Start and end times can vary depending on the time zones of participants, but the usual timing is:
PT: 8am - 11am
MT: 9am - 12pm
CT: 10am - 1pm
ET: 11am - 2pm
UK: 4pm - 8pm
Europe: 5pm - 9pm
Fee:
$300 for 8 hours of live interactive small-group instruction
Not seeing dates that work for you? We're periodically scheduling new trainings periodically. You can also email us to let us know you're interested and we'll let you know about our next online live class (please let us know what global time zone you're located in!)
Joule is the queen of monochords, sound healing practitioner, vocalist, teacher, and friend - one of those people who know and practice it all! I’ve gone through thousands of hours of sound healing training, and without a doubt, the level 2 monochord training was the best I’ve ever taken. Anyone taking Joule’s training is in good hands.
I loved "Secrets of the Monochord." Joule is an amazing teacher and I feel I learned more in two days than I would have playing on my own for a year. The course sparked my interest in growing into sound and sounding as a path for self expression and supporting my clients as well. Definitely recommend!
"The entire retreat was the perfect mix of lecture and playing. The exercises were very well thought through and allowed individual creativity to flow.The listening experience with Joule was MAGICAL!"
-Betty, Dresher, Pennsylvania
"This was an amazing experience. Joule has a lovely presence and energy. She embodies the teachings which makes the learning easy and effortless. Beautiful experience with much knowledge."
-Suzanne Peart, Illinois: The Healing Space
"I had the opportunity to take the Secrets of Monochord and couldn’t be more pleased. I learned a lot about the Monochord and some new playing techniques! I’m so happy that in a time when traveling is very limited that I still had the opportunity to learn and have additional skills to practice and share! Thank You!" -
-Cami Cote, Missoula, MT: www.heartrhythmreiki.com
We had an amazing time to be connected in space with fellow monochord enthusiasts to share and explore our love for sound healing. The information presented was invaluable for sharing the gifts of the monochord. The concert at the end was simply beautiful! Thank you for a wonderful day!"
-Frances Rhodis, Hollywood Beach Florida: www.aohmwellness.com
"Thank you for such a wonderful workshop yesterday - it was informative, intuitive, experiential and spiritual all at once! Because of this experience, I approached playing it with a very different energy, and felt more connected to the instrument."
-Ruth Ratiliff, New Jersey www.ruthratliff.com
"The Level 1 Virtual Monochord Training is a great way to get to know your monochord as well as gather in community with like minded folks. You will leave knowing how to care for it properly (restringing, tuning, optimum temperature, etc.), how to play using varied techniques, as well as ways to deepen your connection to the instrument. There are great exercises to get you out of head and tap into your creative side. As a bonus you will be treated to a beautiful monochord meditation that not only relaxes, but inspires you to continue your practice."
-Gretchen Bickert, Mesa, Arizona www.gretchenbickert.com
"I really enjoyed the course and love how much enthusiasm Joule shows. I am so glad I was able to attend the course and highly recommend it to anyone buying a monochord."
-Stephanie, Florida
"I was brand new to the monochord and now feel very comfortable with it. I am so taken with the beauty of its sound and look forward to more workshops. Joule is an amazing teacher."
- Anonymous
"Two thumbs & eight fingers up for Secrets of the Monochord. Life-changing. Thank you, Joule!"
- Katherine, Connecticut
The instrument brigs such an amazing quality and super easy to play
I recently purchased a D Monolina. Meditative and meditative; a full immersion sound experience that simply wraps you in a beautiful feeling and sound. What an incredible instrument this is! I highly recommend purchasing one, or more, for meditation, relaxation, or sound baths.
This set elevates one’s instruments to the next level. Having all these components really sets one up for success and allows room for growth to grow into your sound practice.
The versatility that comes with having the leg extensions allows the player to be comfortable in a variety of ways while playing. The mallets add additional ways to play.
Tuning is a breeze with the template. When not being played or on the go with this monolina, the mats keep everything safe and the backpack makes it so you can take it to the studio or out into nature to play.
I can’t say enough great things about it, it’s a must have in the sound tool kit for sure.
The floor model sale price feels too good to be true for such a fabulous instrument. So easy to create varied, beautiful sounds. This is the 3rd instrument I've purchased from WPWT and they're always efficient, friendly and helpful.
My first experience with a Hokema Kalimba was at the gift shop of the Music Instrument Museum in Phoenix, AZ. I was blown away by the big, beautiful sound of those instruments, but I wasn’t ready to plunk down $200 for it.
Fast forward, I read about the Twin Kalimba and was encouraged by a review that suggested it was great for events. This particular person, evidently a musician like me, gave out ten of these during his shows and was thrilled by how the audience members enjoyed the experience.
So, given these two experiences, I had high hopes for the twin.
It is a sweet sounding instrument, but the sound is very quiet. The wood is solid so it doesn’t resonate like its higher priced solo cousins (that feature a resonator) or traditional kalimbas that have found holes.
So, I’m a little underwhelmed by the sound, but it’s still a great concept. Perhaps it will be fine and dandy when I share it with audiences. Let’s see!
