Nikki Slade
Shiuli Subaya
Shruti Boxes
Resources
VOICE TEACHERS
Nikki Slade, my original Voice teacher is a pioneering western style Kirtan leader and natural voice facilitator with over 25 years experience throughout the Americas, Australia, Europe https://nikkislade.com
Suresvari Puri ( Shiuli Subaya ) has been devoted to the study of Karnatic Vocal singing since 1998. She has released 3 Mantra albums, collaborated with musicians and artists across all genres and continues to regularly sing in healing ceremonies with other indigenous leaders. Amazing teacher of mantra and chanting, with classical understanding and teacher of Sanskrit.
INSTRUMENTS
Shruti Boxes are wonderful simple instruments anyone can play, they are brilliant for a simple chord/ drone sound to sound and sing with. The Shruti Box is a versatile musical instrument that can be played by anyone and works well with a range of musical styles. Singers use it as an accompaniment for song, chanting and improvisation. Instrumental musicians use it to provide sustained drones to play over.
A reliable online shop to buy shruti boxes with brass reeds suitable for the west and damper weather (in India these instruments are made with bamboo reeds which makes them susceptible to damp climate) is Jas Musicals in London - you can order online or collect in person in Southall, London.
Or Thomann.de is a super relibale online music store:
https://www.thomann.de/ie/thomann_nataraj_shruti_c_c_small_432hz.htm
Books
Podcasts
Suitable for personal voice practise;
The Healing Power of Chanting: An Inspirational Journey Of Freeing The Inner Voice - Nikki Slade
The Naked Voice - Chloe Goodchild - one of the first pioneers of Voicework
The Note From Heaven: How to Sing Yourself to Higher Consciousness - Githa Ben-Davis -An enriching East-West guide to the voice as a spiritual practice.
Polyvagal Exercises for Safety and Connection - Deb Dana - crucial part of vocal freedom is supporting your nervous system
Homecoming - John Bradshaw - good for developing a relationship with your younger self, who has alot to say but may not have had the chance to say it or be heard.
Catching Song with the Epically Magnificent Bobby McFerrin. Bobby McFerrin is a ten-time Grammy Award winner. He is one of the world's best-known vocal innovators and improvisers, a world-renowned classical conductor, and a passionate spokesman for music education.
https://onbeing.org/programs/bobby-mcferrin-catching-song/
Voce Dialogues hosted by Chloe Good Child this one with Per Bristow, singing teacher and coach Per Bristow, discussing awareness, expression, vulnerability, permission, childhood experiences and more.