When working with musicians, I approach using the Feldenkrais Method the same way that I approach creating music. It involves trusting my intuition, using my imagination, and relying on natural laws of physics (sense of gravity, speed of movement and timing). The creativity of the Feldenkrais Method resembles the same creative process that takes place when I create an intimate relationship between a composer, through his/her composition, and myself. My attention to the changes that I experience within myself while working on a musical composition resemble changes which I discover during ATMs or Fls. In my session, I plan to focus on the discovery of habitual patterns which are manifested in daily life and during musical communication. I plan to focus on the importance of attending to musicians’ musical intentions when using the Feldenkrais Method to help them grow as musicians and when helping them alleviate discomfort or pain.

Listen in as we explore the intersections of Miquel’s work as a choreographer, performer and teacher with the Feldenkrais Method. View inspiring clips from three of his recent works and get an inside view into his choreographic process. You might be surprised about some of his questions such as “What does this particular dancer want?” He also explores the Latinx experience as well as ways in which he has found the Feldenkrais approach to be valuable in starting where his dancers already are.

Come explore fascinations and challenge assumptions about the “hows” of rigorous and exciting vocal practice: How does a vocal performer rise to the demand of a strenuous rehearsal and performance schedule, thus giving their highest quality performance for the complete duration of a rigorous production run? How can a whole body vocal practice promote skill, presence and fresh meaning each night, on stage? If we accept that high performance is a social act, then how is connecting with a desire to communicate invigorating for vocal practice?