The Naked Voice

About Us

• Anandamayi
• Chloë Goodchild
• Core Team
• Introductory Teachers
• FAQs
• Credits

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions:

What should I wear and bring to a Naked Voice workshop?

What can I expect from a Naked Voice workshop?

I've never sung before, does this matter?

Why is it called ‘Naked’?

How may I benefit from attending a Naked Voice workshop?

Will I have to sing on my own in front of others?

What is Shintaido?

 

What should I wear and bring to a Naked Voice workshop?

Loose, comfortable, layered clothing to allow for gentle movement and changes in body temperature. Please bring water to keep hydrated.

What can I expect within a Naked Voice Workshop?

There will be a mixture of easy movement, simple vocal exercises (ancient and effective), chanting, silent meditation and effortless, freeing vocal improvisation. At times this will be done within the large group and sometimes as pairs, triads or in small groups.

I’ve never sung before does this matter?

Great - it makes no difference whether you are an experienced singer or someone who has never sung before, each person will get different experiences and learning from the workshops, however this is not dependant on your previous singing skills or vocal abilities.

Why is it called ‘Naked’?

Chloe Goodchild, founder of the Naked Voice, uses this as a way of describing how the spontaneous, honest and effortless way of sounding and singing, which arises through these practices, are expressions of our own unconditioned voice - beyond judgement, open and free.

How may I benefit from attending a Naked Voice workshop?

Many participants over the years describe how they have released inhibitions around their voice and sense of self; they have discovered or remembered their own creativity; they have learnt ways of really listening to others; they have gained a stronger witness to themselves, and have developed a deep sense of confidence in being and expressing themselves in the world.

Will I have to sing on my own in front of others?

The environment created in a workshop supports everyone’s personal choices, empowering them to take self responsibility whilst encouraging them to step beyond their usual limitations. One or two of the practices may support and encourage participants to participate in ‘singing’ such things as their name within the group individually, however this is done in a way that is honouring and respectful of individuals and their needs.

What is Shintaido?

Shintaido (New-Body-Way) is a body movement art-form created by Master Hiroyuki Aoki in the 1960s. It has its origins in martial arts yet combines this with other forms such as the performing arts, artistic expression, meditation, and is often described as a healing art. Masashi Minagwa one of the leading masters of Shintaio has worked alongside Chloe Goodchild for many years to create movements and forms which accompany some of the vocal practices, as well as using some of Shintaido’s pure and original movement forms. This helps develop the embodied voice through connection to the effortless body and effortless voice.