ADVANCED GONG TRAINING
A Journey of Gong Exploration in Seattle, WA
with Mehtab Benton, Laura Benton, Wayne Marto, and Roger Tjoelker
4-Day Training - Thursday July 21 - Sunday July 24, 2022
Cost:
$695 pre-reg by 6/1/22
$795 after 6/1/22
To Register:
GONG REGISTRATION or contact Roger Tjoelker at (616) 916-4428
Event Description: Join us for 4 days of intermediate and advanced gong training in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other gong players and further develop your gong practice. We'll explore gongs, discover new ways to play and use them, and gain some insight on growing as a gong player. There will be a variety of gongs at this training along with plenty of hands-on exercises allowing you to play and practice what you are learning. You'll also have some time to experience the dynamic and vibrant city of Seattle, also known as the Emerald City.
Schedule
Thu, Jul 21: 12pm - 6pm
Fri, Jul 22: 9am - 6pm
Sat, Jul 23: 9am - 6pm
Sun, Jul 24: 9am - 4pm
Day 1 Topics include: the story and mystery of the gong, types of gongs, planetary gongs, gong sound science, benefits of gong sound energy, how gongs are made, types of mallets, and choosing and buying a gong.
Day 2 Topics Include: intermediate and advanced playing techniques with practice exercises related to using mallets, using areas of the gong, gong maps, rhythm, and volume.
Day 3 Topics Include: putting together a session, sequences, modifying a session for various applications, preparing to play, playing multiple gongs, playing with others, and the optimal setting/acoustics for various applications.
Day 4 Topics Include: your journey with gongs, tools to enhance your playing, intuition, business, and marketing. You'll also have an opportunity to practice what you've learned in a group gong sound session.
Is this Training for Me?
This training is for anyone who wishes to explore the gong at a deeper level. To receive the maximum benefit from this course you should have some experience with playing the gong or have taken a basic level gong training course. If you have any questions about eligibility, please contact one of the instructors.
The instructors will provide several gongs for the training, so you don't need to bring a gong. However, if you would like to bring your gong(s), stand(s) and mallet(s), you are very welcome to do so. Use the registration form to indicate the gong(s) you can bring if any.
Upon completion of this course, you will be certified in Advanced Gong Playing by the International Gong Yoga Association.