The Line Up
Performance Schedule
(SCROLL DOWN FOR WORKSHOPS; ALL SUBJECT TO CHANGE )
6:30pm - Midnight each evening
Friday August 8:
Lewis Burns
SoRIAH
Legendary Strawberry Man
Sundsaga
Saturday August 9:
Will MacGavin
Tyler Spencer
Stephen Kent
Zalem Delarbre
Sunday August 10:
Didge Mama Emma
Lighthawk
Pamela Mortensen
Starwater & Sol
Open Mic Sunday Afternoon (Sign-Up In Person)
Workshops
CONFIRMED TIMES, LOCATIONS, AND ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS WILL BE POSTED IN THE MAIN PAVILION AT THE FESTIVAL SITE Cost to be paid directly to instructor at beginning of workshop
SATURDAY____________________________
TIME: 9am (will adjust as necessary so as not to interfere with breakfast)—1 hour
COST: $20 (Click here to sign up in advance)
TITLE: Vinyasa yoga
DESCRIPTION: One hour-long session focusing on dynamic moving meditation centered on the asanas (postures), pranayama (breath), and yogic philosophy. Expect over half the lesson to be dynamic movement with multiple vinyasa cycles. For all levels. Bring your own mat and a (non-glass) water bottle. Yoga blocks optional but helpful.
INSTRUCTOR: Holly Armstrong
LOCATION: Lower Yurt
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TIME: 11am-12pm (Or if interferes with lunch, 1-2pm; if enough interest, there will be an additional workshop offered in the same timeslot on Sunday)
COST: $20 suggested donation
TITLE: LET IT OUT: FREEING YOUR NATURAL VOICE
DESCRIPTION: Experiment and discover what your voice can really do in this guided exploration. No singing experience necessary.
INSTRUCTOR: Annalisee Syncrow
LOCATION: Meet outside lower yurt and we will walk to an ideal location together
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TIME: 12-2pm
COST: $30 per person
TITLE: Khoomei workshop
DESCRIPTION: Step Into the Sonic Mysticism of Central Asia Learn the ancient art of Tuvan throat singing with SoRIAH (Enrique Ugalde) * Learn the three main styles of Tuvan throat singing: Khöömei, Kargyraa, and Sygyt, along with sub-styles and their cultural significance * Explore the shamanic applications of throat singing in traditional Tuvan animism and Buddhist meditation * Study the mechanics and theory of overtone singing—how layered frequencies are produced within the human voice * Understand the cultural and geographical roots of Tuvan throat singing, shaped by the landscape and lineage * Practice ancient melodies passed down orally from master to student through generations * Tap into the ancient role of sound as a spiritual technology, preserving an endangered and sacred tradition With over two decades of firsthand training from Khöömei masters, Enrique Ugalde has honed his craft under the guidance of distinguished throat singers such as Monguun-ool Ondar, Aldyn-ool Sevek, Igor Koshkendey, Aldar Tamdyn, Vladimir Ouidupaa, and Nachyn Choduu. Additionally, he has worked as a studio engineer at the Tuvan Cultural Center, creating a comprehensive database of recordings by master musicians from Tuva. The world-renowned throat singer Enrique Ugalde (SoRIAH) has accumulated over 20 years of teaching experience and has been singing Tuvan-style throat singing (Khöömei) since 1998. Inspired by a live performance of Throat SingingMasters, Huun Huur Tu, he has gone on to tour the world with his own project SoRIAH and has traveled to the Central Asian Republic of Tuva 11 times to perform, collaborate and compete as a Khöömeigie. He achieved third place at the 2008 ThroatSinging Symposium in Tuva, the highest ranking attained by a non-Tuvan participant in the Symposium's history. He was also the recipient of the award for best foreigner at the 2008 Ustuu-Khuree Festival in Chadanaa, Tuva. In 2014, he secured second place in the Tuvan National Kargyraa Competition. His innovative contributions to the art of Tuvan Throat Singing were recognized in 2016. In 2019, he received the award for Best Kargyraa Performance at the Khöömei in the Center of Asia International Competition in Kyzyl, Tuva. In August 2020, he was awarded the title of Foreign Wizard of Khöömei. In 2021, he received the award for Best Kargyraa Performance.
INSTRUCTOR: SoRIAH
LOCATION: Upper Yurt
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TIME: 1-4pm
COST: $45
TITLE: The Didjeridu – a Whole Body Instrument
DESCRIPTION: Advanced playing workshop with Stephen Kent - Diaphragm rhythm and playing techniques - Deep Grooves - Multiple layering of sound - Polyrhythmic playing and complex rhythm cycles - Advanced Harmonic techniques/Overtones - Playing smoothly and softly with feeling - The different bodily stations and how they affect the sound. - Vocalizations – Animal sounds and more. - A One Note Orchestra. - Flatlining. - MORE…
INSTRUCTOR: Stephen Kent
LOCATION: Lower yurt
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TIME: 2-4pm (bring your own didge)
COST: $20 (*If you cannot afford to pay and still want to participate, let us know in advance and we will help you out)
TITLE: Beginner Workshop
DESCRIPTION: Join the Legendary Strawberry Man as he shares his personal journey through Australia, living with Aboriginal communities, and discovering the ancient power of the Didgeridoo. In this workshop, you’ll learn the foundational techniques of didgeridoo playing, including circular breathing, while exploring how its sound can be used to heal, connect, and mesmerize.
This is an open space—ask anything, and Strawberry Man will tailor his explanations to your curiosity.
* Participating in this workshop will also give you lifetime access to Saxo-Didge Online Beginners Course Which covers all the basics & circular breathing in-depth.
**Legendary Strawberry Man will also be offering a sound healing session for donations at one of the yurts (TBD); timing flexible around other workshops.
INSTRUCTOR: Legendary Strawberry Man
LOCATION: Upper yurt
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TIME: 3-4:30pm
COST: $30 per person
TITLE: Songcrafting Our Stories
DESCRIPTION: We will explore the composer’s toolbox and how we can put the skills we have together with experiences and inspiration to express our stories through the didgeridoo. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your didgeridoo, your curiosity and a notebook in case you want to jot down anything.
INSTRUCTOR: Pamela Mortensen
LOCATION: TBD (Shaded area; meet at main pavilion)
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TIME: 4-5pm
COST: $20 suggested donation
TITLE: Next Steps: Mastering the Basics
DESCRIPTION: For beginner/intermediate didge players. Bring your own didgeridoo
INSTRUCTOR: Zach Bainter
LOCATION: Lower Yurt
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TIME: TBD
COST: TBD
TITLE: Make Your Own Yucca Didgeridoo
DESCRIPTION: Learn the ins and outs of handcrafting your very own yucca didgeridoo with household items! All materials provided including a blank yucca stalk.
INSTRUCTOR: Jeff Yost
LOCATION: RJ’s Vendor Canopy at the far end of the vendor area from the pavilion
SUNDAY______________________________
TIME: 9am (will adjust as necessary so as not to interfere with breakfast)—1 hour
COST: $20 (Click here to sign up in advance)
TITLE: Vinyasa yoga
DESCRIPTION: One hour-long session focusing on dynamic moving meditation centered on the asanas (postures), pranayama (breath), and yogic philosophy. Expect over half the lesson to be dynamic movement with multiple vinyasa cycles. For all levels. Bring your own mat and a (non-glass) water bottle. Yoga blocks optional but helpful.
INSTRUCTOR: Holly Armstrong
LOCATION: Lower Yurt
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TIME: 10-11:30am
COST: $30
TITLE: Banish Boredom From Your Practice Time and Double Your Results
DESCRIPTION: I have been playing musical instruments since the 6th grade, and have spent thousands
of hours of my life practicing. Practicing is work, but it doesn't have
to be boring work, and after spending hundreds of hours practicing
didge, I have found LOTS of tricks to make it more fun and productive. I
will talk about online instruction, using electronics, practice habits,
motivation, and goals, prepping for performances, circular breathing,
composing songs, and practice gear and space, and more. When I started
playing didge, I had to spend a bunch of time figuring all this stuff
out by myself, and I think that players, especially newbies, can jump
the line and get better results faster with some of my ideas and
experience, avoid the boring practice rut and have fun, instead.
INSTRUCTOR: Julie Crist
LOCATION: Main pavilion
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TIME: 11am -12pm
COST: Voluntary donations accepted
TITLE: Didgeridoo 101
DESCRIPTION: This session introduces participants to the foundational techniques, breathing practices, and meditative aspects of playing the didgeridoo, with an emphasis on connecting to the present moment through sound and rhythm. Bring your own didgeridoo.
The workshop includes:
A brief introduction to the mystical and cultural roots of the didgeridoo
Basic breathwork and drone techniques
A guided “Didge Bee” meditation
An introduction to circular breathing and simple rhythms
INSTRUCTOR: Carlos Perez
LOCATION: Lower Yurt
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TIME: 11am -1pm
COST: $25
TITLE: My Epic Story With The Didge - Spilling the beans on a lifetime journey!
DESCRIPTION: The how, the who, the where, the when, the what and the why. My stories told, your questions considered...maybe answered.
INSTRUCTOR: Stephen Kent
LOCATION: Upper Yurt
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TIME: 1- 2:30pm
COST: $30
TITLE: Creating Space: Meditative Didgeridoo Playing
DESCRIPTION: The deep resonance of didgeridoo is one reason why we play it. In this playshop, we will explore some of the elements such as vocals, tongue movements, light rhythms and more to help us set the space where we can re-center. All levels are welcome. Bring your didge, questions and a notebook in case there is anything you wish to jot down.
INSTRUCTOR: Pamela Mortensen
LOCATION: TBD (Shaded area; meet at main pavilion)
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TIME: 1-4pm
COST: $50
TITLE: Didg´n´Beatbox—Human beatbox
DESCRIPTION: The art of making music only with the mouth can be mixed with the didgeridoo. Beatboxing and wobble breathing incredibly increases musical possibilities while developing the player’s creativity, sense of rhythm and muscles of the mouth. 3 hours, didgeridoo needed and circular breathing mastered (or almost).
INSTRUCTOR: Zalem Delarbre
LOCATION: Tipi or other shaded area
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TIME: 2-4pm (2 hours; bring your own didge)
COST: $40 (* If you cannot afford to pay and still want to participate, let us know in the festival, in advance and we will help you out)
TITLE: Advanced Workshop
DESCRIPTION: Ready to take your didgeridoo skills to the next level? In this advanced session, Strawberry Man will teach you how to master complex techniques like wobbling, beatboxing, and trumpes, and reveal how he creates his signature sound.
You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how he composes his most iconic 2–5 minute pieces, crafted to captivate any audience. Have specific techniques you’re struggling with? Ask away—Strawberry Man will break it down, step-by-step.
* Participating in this workshop will also give you lifetime access to Saxo-Didge Online Beginners Course Which covers all the basics & circular breathing in-depth.
INSTRUCTOR: Legendary Strawberry Man
LOCATION: Lower Yurt
**Legendary Strawberry Man will also be offering a sound healing session for donations at one of the yurts (TBD); timing flexible around other workshops.
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TIME: 5-6pm
COST: Free
TITLE: The Mystical Didgeridoo
DESCRIPTION: Using the didgeridoo for healing yourself and others: this is a different perspective on the didgeridoo from music and as a Mystic, I find the didgeridoo to be an essential part of my work. I call it “Spiritual WD-40”.
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Gale
LOCATION: Dr. Gale’s booth (far corner booth under the trees)
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TIME: TBD (Quiet location; 45 minutes)
COST: Donations welcome
TITLE: Shakuhachi meditation session
DESCRIPTION: Solo traditional shakuhachi honkyoku performance in the yurt or other quiet location
INSTRUCTOR: Jamie Hogetsu Orfanella
LOCATION: TBD
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TIME: TBD; work with instructor
COST: TBD (work with instructor)
TITLE: Beginner Shakuhachi Workshop.
DESCRIPTION: Also, if anyone has some prior shakuhachi experience or would rather a one-on-one session, I can also offer private lessons as a licensed shakuhachi teacher.
INSTRUCTOR: Jamie Hogetsu Orfanella
LOCATION: TBD