Integrating the Alexander Technique as we Create New Works!
Madden will lead the group in developing some short performance pieces – with sound, music, acting, etc – using the Alexander process in each step of the development. By the end of our time together, we will share our new Alexander-infused creations with each other.
Radiant Performance for Actors & Singers: The 4 Key Moments
Actors and singers are eager for effective processes to be present, open and show what they can do in a pressurized performance or audition situation. Their study of the Alexander Technique can translate into creative, productive tools that can be used at crucial moments while presenting work. In this experiential workshop, we’ll look at 4 […]
Un-Perform Your Life
In this workshop we will experiment with our Alexander-awareness choices in relation to communication. The reaction patterns that are so familiar and comfortable to us, also complicate our communication with a layer of trying and doing, which interferes with authentic, heartfelt connection. Each of us has personal go-to reaction patterns that take over at times. […]
Modernizing AT for Peak Performance and Skilled Activity
This workshop aims to capture the attention of contemporary audiences by addressing a wider variety of physical activities performed at the highest levels. For the Alexander Technique (AT) to remain relevant, it must evolve beyond traditional lesson formats and embrace modern applications more readily. Participants will explore practical and innovative approaches to analyze movement, connecting […]
Alexander-Technique and Focal Dystonia
Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that is ten times more prevalent among musicians than in the general population. Following an introductory theoretical section on dystonia and its presumed physiological basis, you will gain insight into how this translates into practical Alexander Technique procedures for re-training the functions of affected body parts. You will have […]
The Marvellous Mandible: A Jaw-Dropping Study for Acoustics, Diction, Embouchure, Chin, Dental & TMJ Issues
Alexander was born prematurely and had issues in what is known today as the suck-swallow-breathe synchrony. Carrington records that FM was very concerned about his jaw, since he had an extreme overbite. This faulty coordination is at the opposite end of the habits that appear in the general population. So of course, the jaw never […]
What Alexander knew. Delsarte’s discoveries in human expression
Joe will present the fundamental principles of the Delsarte system, how they appear in movement and expression, both in theory and in practice. He will share what he has learned from it, how he applies it to himself, and to the teaching of his wide variety of students. He will share some fun movement explorations, using […]
Exploring Alexander Inspired Creative Movement
We will play with Alexander inspired movement games and explorations that I have found fruitful from experience working in the performing arts. This workshop hopes to encourage ideas on working with actors who want to move, dancers who want to act, and is for anyone who welcomes the opportunity to explore movement coming easily from […]
Singing into Being
A moment in the day to connect to grounding through vocalisation and integrative movement. If you are interested in exploring Alexander Technique in relation to singing and listening, please join us. Rosalie and Charlotte‘s workshops are a place to explore, celebrate and connect with your body and voice in community. Using the AT process, we […]
Freedom and Flow for musicians
Flow is the most desired wish for all musicians: the freedom to express what they imagine and feel without being afraid, limited, or blocked. Unfortunately, almost all musicians practise their instruments in unhelpful ways, and not just on a level of poise, breathing and coordination. Most musicians artificially separate music from technique, which is one […]