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Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken is my guest today to share birth conversations. She is a senior teacher at the School of Images (www.theschoolofimages.org) where she runs their DreamBirth™ Program. In that capacity Claudia has trained professionals world-wide and works with women and couples from all continents. She is a world expert at facilitating communication between the parents and the baby in the womb. She communicates with the souls planning to come, still not conceived, and even those that were miscarried or aborted. It is these conversations that led to the writing of Messages from the Womb. Claudia is a Childbirth Educator, a Birth Doula, an Alexander Technique Teacher, and a Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner. She holds a Masters from NYU in Kinesiology and Dance, and has assisted in over 300 births. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://www.claudiaraiken.com/  Most Influential Person Catherine Shainberg (one of the creators of Dreambirth) Effect on Emotions First of all, I tend to see life and emotions on a larger scale, especially when I get deeply involved, as I have a lot of passion. I feel my emotions intensely. When it's a positive feeling, it's not so bad. But if it's anger or fear, I make a conscious effort to take a step back. It's like a mental exercise in visualization. I literally imagine myself taking three steps back, which helps me calm down instantly. Sometimes I even call upon my inner guidance, saying, ‘Help me calm down,' and then I tune into my body. I've learned how to let my body give me ‘yes' or ‘no' answers. I teach this method to many people, as there are several ways to do it. It's almost like my body becomes a pendulum. I ask questions like, ‘Is this something I should be scared of?' If the answer is no, I feel reassured. For instance, if I experience a strange pain, I might worry initially, thinking, ‘Is it something serious like cancer?' But I quickly calm myself and ask my body, ‘Do I need to worry about this?' If I get a ‘no,' I can relax. Thoughts on Breathing When you imagine a beautiful garden, your breathing slows down. You don't have to do anything. I actually don't work with breathing specifically, except for knowing how to calm a person through my hands. If you think your house is about to burn or a tiger's coming, the breathing gets very shallow and you have to run. If you feel like the universe has your back and everything's really going to be okay then your breathing gets to be what it needs to be. And in birth, some women will still take slow breathing. You know, that's what they're learning in their birth education class, but whenever they do the imagery, it kind of gets there naturally. Suggested Resources Book: Messages from the Womb: Babies Talk Through Guided Visualizations Expanding Our Hearts and Minds by Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken Book: DreamBirth: Transforming the Journey of Childbirth Through Imagery by Catherine Shainberg Ph.D. Book: The Nature of Personal Reality: Specific, Practical Techniques for Solving Everyday Problems and Enriching the Life You Know (A Seth Book) App: n/a

PEG Podcast With Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken: Author of Messages from the Womb, Master DreamBirth Imagery Practitioner How to communicate with babies while in the womb, or before they are conceived Bio: Claudia is a senior teacher at the School of Images (www.theschoolofimages.org) where she runs their DreamBirth™ Program. In that capacity Claudia has trained professionals world-wide and works with countless women and couples from all continents.  She is a world expert at facilitating communication between the parents and the baby in the womb or with the souls planning to come, still not conceived, and even those that were miscarried or aborted. It is these conversations that led to the writing of Messages from the Womb.  Claudia is a Childbirth Educator, a Birth Doula, an Alexander Technique Teacher and a Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner. She holds a Masters from NYU in Kinesiology and Dance, and has assisted in over 300 births. ( Learn more at  www.claudiaraiken.com) Link: https://youtu.be/7ubPCl8jUb8 Donate to support PEG free artist interviews: PayPalMe link Any contribution is appreciated: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/PhantomElectric?locale.x=en_US Support PEG by checking out our Sponsors: Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription. The best tool for getting podcast guests:  Podmatch.com https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghost Subscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content: https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/ Donate to support PEG free artist interviews: Subscribe to our YouTube  https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRpr PEG uses StreamYard.com for our live podcasts https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6290085463457792 Get $10.00 Credit for using StreamYard.com when you sign up with our link RSS https://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rss

In this episode of Confidently Balance Your Hormones, host Dee Davidson welcomes Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken, a distinguished senior teacher at the School of Images and the visionary behind the DreamBirth™ Program. Claudia is renowned for her expertise in facilitating profound communication between parents and their unborn babies, as well as those souls planning to come into the world.Claudia's unique approach, highlighted in her book Messages from the Womb, bridges the gap between parents and their babies in the womb or those not yet conceived. With a rich background as a Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula, Alexander Technique Teacher, and Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner, Claudia brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion. Her credentials include a Master's degree in Kinesiology and Dance from NYU and hands-on experience assisting in over 300 births.In this episode, Claudia shares insights into how her DreamBirth™ Program can significantly impact hormonal balance, support conception, and promote a healthy pregnancy and baby. She discusses practical strategies for nurturing these early connections and how they contribute to overall wellness for both parents and their future children.Tune in to discover:How Claudia's DreamBirth™ Program can assist in hormonal balance and support conception.Techniques for fostering a strong connection with your baby before birth.The role of communication and intention in a healthy pregnancy.Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a world expert in prenatal communication and holistic birth practices. For more information on Claudia and her work, visit www.claudiaraiken.com.Subscribe to Confidently Balance Your Hormones for more transformative conversations and expert advice on achieving hormonal harmony and overall wellness.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of prenatal communication with Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken, a distinguished senior teacher at the School of Images (www.theschoolofimages.org). Claudia leads their renowned DreamBirth™ Program, training professionals globally and guiding women and couples from every corner of the globe. With expertise in facilitating communication between parents and babies in the womb, as well as souls in various stages of planning and existence, Claudia's insights have inspired her book, 'Messages from the Womb.' Alongside her roles as a Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula, Alexander Technique Teacher, and Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner, she holds a Masters from NYU in Kinesiology and Dance and has supported over 300 births. Discover more about Claudia at www.claudiaraiken.com.

Dive deep into the wonders of childbirth and the power of the mind with Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken, master of birth, movement, and healing. Join us as we explore her own transformative journey from dance to doula, and how she uses guided birth imagery and her experience communicating with dolphins to bring about a profound connection between mothers and their unborn children. Don't forget to connect with Claudia at claudiaraiken.com and check out her book "Messages from the Womb: Babies Talk Through Guided Visualizations Expanding Our Hearts and Minds". If you want to connect with Claudia in other ways check out her link tree.Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken's Bio:Claudia is a senior teacher at the School of Images (www.theschoolofimages.org) where she runs their DreamBirth™ Program. In that capacity Claudia has trained professionals world-wide and works with countless women and couples from all continents.She is a world expert at facilitating communication between the parents and the baby in the womb or with the souls planning to come, still not conceived, and even those that were miscarried or aborted. It is these conversations that led to the writing of Messages from the Womb.Claudia is a Childbirth Educator, a Birth Doula, an Alexander Technique Teacher and a Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner. She holds a Masters from NYU in Kinesiology and Dance, and has assisted in over 300 births. ( Learn more at www.claudiaraiken.com)Thank you for listening. Please check out @lateboomers on Instagram and our website lateboomers.biz. If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to watch it or listen to more of our episodes, you will find Late Boomers on your favorite podcast platform and on our new YouTube Late Boomers Podcast Channel. We hope we have inspired you and we look forward to your becoming a member of our Late Boomers family of subscribers.

Hello and welcome to The Breathing Body Podcast - My name is Flurina and I am your host, and I am so happy that you are here.  This podcast invites you to meet your body - in a deeper and more meaningful way and to find your way back home. We explore tools and practices, share stories and experiences about how we can say YES to the body we inhabit: This is is the most beautiful project life has to offer.  I call it self-love.  You asked, I deliver:  In today's episode I fly solo and I talk with you about why eating disorder recovery is such a rich & rewarding journey:  It gifts you with tools, coping strategies, inspirations and insights which you will benefit from way beyond! And today I share with you what these goldnuggets are for me.  Let us open the space for disordered eating to guide us back home to our true self

In this episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business Podcast, we chat with James Crow from Posture Stars. James is an Ergonomist, Posture Pro, and Alexander Technique Teacher who *won't stop* until you can sit and work comfortably without pain. With over 15 years of experience helping people sit, stand and live with better posture, it's his mission to save the universe from the modern pandemic of slouching, slumping, and generally feeling run down! James tells us:   Why "sitting is the new smoking". 3 simple improvements we can ALL make to improve our posture. The daily routines that help him hit his goals. What three months of weekly 1% improvements looks like. How seeing other people failing helps James. The effect that Jim Collins' book Good to Great has had on James' business. Why James does want ANYONE else to join the One Percent Club.

Christine Mander is an Alexander Technique Teacher. I thought I knew a little bit about the Alexander Technique but it turned out I didn't know very much at all but I was interested to know more. If you too want to know more give this podcast a listen. We talked about how Christine started as a student and then became a teacher of the Technique. The Alexander Technique teaches people how to recognize and unlearn the habitual patterns that are causing them pain and stress. She tells us about her experience as a student dealing with back and neck pain as well as indigestion. All of those issues were resolved after seeing an Alexander Technique teacher. That was when she decided to become then a teacher herself. During the recent pandemic Christine took her therapy online in order to continue supporting her practice. That was a much different experience than what she had had as a student. You'll learn more about this innovative therapy and it might entice you to find an Alexander Technique Teacher for help with your own issues. The following websites can help you find someone in your area to work with. American Society for the Alexander Technique (https://amsatonline.org/) or  The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) (https://alexandertechnique.co.uk/)

Kate Kelly has years of experience in teaching the Alexander Technique. She shares how enriched life can be simply for changing habits. Listen and learn

In this episode I had a talk with Theresa, who was born in Taiwan, grew up in North America, and now has come back to Taiwan again. She is a musician, an Alexander Technique teacher, and an English teacher! Theresa is going to introduce what Alexander Technique is and how she moved from being an musician to a Alexander Technique teacher. You don't want to miss this episode! 這一集我們訪問到 Theresa Lei。Theresa 出生於台灣，成長於北美，最後又落腳台灣。他是一名音樂家，也是一位亞歷山大技巧老師，還是位英文老師。在這集中，他將跟我們介紹什麼是亞歷山大技巧，以及他是如何從音樂跨界到亞歷山大技巧的領域。別錯過這一集！ Check out Theresa's website: https://www.theresalei.com/

Hope Mell, an Alexander Technique teacher and Movement Therapist with over 30 years of experience answers the following questions:1. What is Alexander Technique and how might it benefit you? 2. What tips can you give to stand with proper posture? What tips can you give to walk the way we were designed to?3. Chronic pain can cause misery for a lot of people, and some people may not even be able to recall a pain free day. What hope does a listener in this situation have?4. How do you believe yoga blends in with Alexander Technique? 5. One of the themes of this podcast is empowerment. What if your definition of empowerment and how do you believe our listeners can become more empowered? If you are fortunate enough to listen to this podcast as it airs, you have a call to take action. Hope is offering the opportunity to sign up for a complimentary Joint Freeing yoga session. It will be on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at 6:00pm EST for 1.5 hours. To sign up for the free class, please visit Hope's website at: http://www.alexandertechnique-yoga.com you can email her directly at hm@alexandertechnique-yoga.com. I will be attending the class also, so you will get the opportunity to interact with us.Thank you Neutrin05's Longing for this podcast Soundtrack

"Most important thing a coach can do is empower the client" In this behind the scenes interview John and Lisa explore the training that goes into mastering the art of public speaking coaching. You will learn what knowledge transfer is, how to use it and how to find the right coach for you.

Anthony Kingsley, an Alexander Technique teacher and teacher trainer in London, England, talks with Robert Rickover about his lessons with Margaret Goldie, (often referred to “Miss Goldie”), one of F. M. Alexander’s early assistants. Anthony's website: AlexanderTeacher.co.uk  Anthony's YouTube channel: youtube.com/channel/UC7SfhO-B-B0QtElSfX5mHzA Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska, Toronto, Canada and online. Robert’s website: AlexanderTechniqueNebraska.com More general information about the Alexander Technique: https://AlexanderTechnique.com

What if the thing that unifies us as mothers is the fact that not one of us has the exact same experience? This week, episode 08 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing Sarah's dance thesis project about motherhood and how it is a direct reflection of her own experience! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parentings will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a kid again, so you have more energy for what matters.Sarah Mauney is a movement scholar-she's a certified Alexander Technique Teacher, recent MFA graduate from CU Boulder, and general body-loving nerd. Her research has centered on embodied experiences related to mothering and her goals center on reconnecting individual mothers to the knowledge that their bodies possess- we have just been conditioned not to listen to what our bodies know. Sarah has a three-year-old daughter, is pregnant with her second kiddo, and loves cooking, baking, bartending, swimming and traveling.In this episode of Poised & Powerful Podcast, Sarah and I discuss the following:How she surprised herself by wanting to explore motherhood in her graduate studies and her surprise at not finding more artistic representations of mothering in the world of dance. Ways in which imposed expectations about being a “good mother” removes womxn from power on a societal level and leads to feelings of failure on a personal level. The power of being able to express yourself and question habits & stereotypes. The push and pull of being a mother and what that looks like for each of us.Sarah's day-to-day life of being a grad school mom, and how her work led her to more curiosity about her own experience, fueling her growth as both a mother and an artist. Don't forget, your ideal expression of parenting is going to look different from anyone else. You don't have to compare yourself.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!CONNECT WITH SARAH MAUNEY:Sarah Mauney's WebsiteThe Moving Mothers Ourchive: Dances and Embodied Experiences of Motherhood. Video of Sarah's Dance: Games Played While Lying DownCONNECT WITH SARAH MAYHAN:FacebookInstagramWork with Sarah! LINKS MENTIONED:You can find the rules to the game “What's On My Butt?” In Weird Parenting Wins by Hillary FrankInspiration from poetry of Beth Ann Fennelly 

Marilyn Monk is a molecular biologist. Studies include the mechanisms of replication and repair of DNA, cell signalling and intercellular communication, regulation of gene expression in development, deprogramming and formation of totipotent stem cells and transgenerational epigenetic inheritance. She also has a longstanding interest in philosophy, psychology, religion and spirituality and is qualified as a Psychosynthesis Counsellor and Alexander Technique Teacher.Imaginal Inspirations is hosted by David Lorimer, Programme Director of the Scientific and Medical Network and Chair of the Galileo Commission, an academic movement dedicated to expanding the evidence base of a science of consciousness.scientificandmedical.netgalileocommission.orgbeyondthebrain.orgWorks mentioned:The Fall, Albert CamusFear and Trembling, Soren KierkegaardThe Immoralist, André GideThe Second Sex, Simone du BeavoirThe Book of Secrets, OshoCorrine, Madame de StaelProduction: Charlotte LorimerArtwork: Amber HaasMusic: Mary McDougall

For this episode, I bring you a powerful conversation with world-renowned Alexander Technique teacher Lori Schiff. As Lori shares on her website, the Alexander Technique “is a method for living better through your own mindfulness in action.”  It can help you gain confidence and reduce pain, tension and fatigue. It allows you to connect with yourself to nourish presence and mobility and, from there, leads to performing better in all areas of your life. Lori expands on: How Alexander Technique affected her life and her journey Who the Alexander Technique is for What the Alexander Technique is: a method for living that teaches us to pay attention and choose our reactions to stimuli How the Alexander Technique encourages the connection with our self – our wholeness – and the development of conscious control (mind body connector) How the Alexander Technique is a means to more freedom, for the whole person and their whole life How it can help in class and in lessons, in the practice room, and on stage This is an information and inspiration packed episode and I know you will appreciate Lori's knowledge and wisdom and lover her energy as much as I did!   MORE ABOUT LORI SCHIFF: Website: http://lorischiff.com/ Ms. Schiff is a full-time professor of The Alexander Technique at The Juilliard School and a guest teaching artist for various schools and organizations nationally and internationally. She has been a faculty member of The Juilliard School since 1991 and was in residence at The Aspen Music Festival and School from 1993 - 2015. Ms. Schiff joined The Riverside Initiative for The Alexander Technique as Associate Director and Senior Teacher for Teacher Training in 2018. Ms. Schiff was Certified as a Teacher of the Alexander Technique at ACAT-New York in 1987. She continued with years of postgraduate training with Walter and Dilys Carrington at the Constructive Teaching Centre in London. She is a graduate of the Northwestern University School of Music in Trumpet Performance and has her Masters in Music from Manhattan School of Music. She served as the Alexander Technique Teacher for the Metropolitan Opera Lindemann Young Artists Development Program, and at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. She also served on the senior faculty of the American Center for the Alexander Technique's Teacher Certification Program. Institutions where she has been a guest teaching artist include: The New World Symphony, The U.S. Military Academy Band at West Point, The U.S. Army Field Band and U.S. Army Soldier's Chorus, The San Diego Symphony, ToneBank International Music Festival, National Youth Orchestra of China, University of Maryland Opera Studio, and The Internationale Meistersinger Akademie in Neumarkt, Germany. She has presented Master Classes at institutions including The Metropolitan Opera, Opera America, West Point Military Academy, Fort Meade, The Academy (ACJW) at Carnegie Hall, Manhattan School of Music, Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras, The National Orchestral Institute, The Baltimore Symphony Youth Orchestra and The New York Youth Symphony, Theater Aspen, MorseLife Senior Residences, and Holland and Knight, LLP. In 2013, she assisted in organizing and taught the Alexander Technique for actress and playwright, Anna Deavere Smith's Acting and Empathy course in San Francisco. She returned to San Francisco in 2014 to work with Ms. Smith's course, Personal Narratives: Global Identities. Ms. Schiff is a recognized senior teacher of the Alexander Technique by the American Society for the Alexander Technique and has presented master classes at the AmSAT Annual Meetings in San Francisco, Ann Arbor, Las Vegas, New York City, Boston, and Minneapolis. She was a guest lecturer on Teaching the Alexander Technique in schools of music for The International Congress for the Alexander Technique in Lugano, Switzerland. Ms. Schiff served on the Board of Directors of the Aspen Music Festival and School as Chair of the Music Committee for nine years and was President and Chairman of the Board of The American Center for the Alexander Technique for five years. More recently, she completed two years on the Board of Directors of The American Society for the Alexander Technique. Ms. Schiff has a private Alexander Technique practice in NYC. She is the founding director of Flight Feather Productions, LLC, an organization for creating and supporting uplifting educational experiences for corporate and artistic communities. With composer Lance Horne, she is the Co-Director of Creativity Lab, a program for inspiring community and collaboration through collective creativity. As a committed recreational runner, she has completed four marathons, several half marathons, and countless 10ks, 5 Milers, 4 Milers, and 5ks.   Visit www.mindoverfinger.com and sign up for my newsletter to get your free guide to a super productive practice using the metronome!  This guide is the perfect entry point to help you bring more mindfulness and efficiency into your practice and it's filled with tips and tricks on how to use that wonderful tool to take your practicing and your playing to new heights! Don't forget to visit the Mind Over Finger Resources' page to check out amazing books recommended by my podcast guests, as well as my favorite websites, cds, the podcasts I like to listen to, and the practice and podcasting tools I use everyday!  Find it here: www.mindoverfinger.com/resources!   And don't forget to join the Mind Over Finger Tribe for additional resources on practice and performing! If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review on iTunes!  I truly appreciate your support!     THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson who graciously provided the show's musical theme!  Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. Thank you to Susan Blackwell for the introduction!  You can find out more about Susan, her fantastic podcast The Spark File, and her work helping creatives of all backgrounds expand their impact by visiting https://www.susanblackwell.com/home. Also a HUGE thank you to my fantastic producer, Bella Kelly!   MIND OVER FINGER: www.mindoverfinger.com https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfinger/    

Louise Phelan is an Alexander Technique Teacher in Mexico City. We talk about how AT could be the missing link between singers and the understanding of their own bodies. Louise is currently working as the resident Alexander Technique Teacher at the Estudio de Opera Bellas Artes, part of the National Opera of Fine Arts BELLAS ARTES in Mexico City.

Fanny talks about the opportunities that you can have by making your own path. Fanny Lora is a Classical Singer and Alexander Technique Teacher. She creates and produces her own recitals, and manages her private studio teaching voice, piano, and Alexander Technique. Recently, Fanny launched her YouTube channel dedicated to sharing her expertise and experience with the Alexander Technique. For more information please visit: www.fannylora.com Push or Pivot Podcast is hosted and created by Thea Charles.  Thea is a life coach that guides clients through the crossroads of their life by helping them define what they want and break down the steps to get there. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband and two boys. To learn more about Thea and the Push or Pivot Podcast visithttps://www.instagram.com/pushorpivot/Pushorpivot.com

During this episode of the Balance Movers and Shakers podcast Ellen and Alice MacDonald, AmSAT discuss principles of dynamic balance and how the Alexander Technique can be used to help individuals find their alignment. Alice and Ellen also discuss how the Alexander Technique can be used to refine movements for performing artists, as well as re-pattern physical habits developed through daily activity.  Alice MacDonald is an AmSAT certified Alexander Technique Teacher. She teaches both private and group AT sessions in multiple locations in New York City and Southern Maine, including the Balance Arts Center (NY), Movement Research (NY), and Rosemont Wellness Center (ME).  Visit https://www.alicemac.com/ for more information about Alice MacDonald and Alexander Technique or visit her Instagram Page.  Follow Balance Movement: www.balancemvmt.com Click here to subscribe to email newsletters: https://mailchi.mp/26afe7cfc807/balancemvmtsubscribe  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's time to talk technique! Ioanna and Zara are back, and this time they're joined by Alexander Technique Teacher and Composer Jeremy Woolhouse to talk about injury and taking care of yourself as a performer. For more info about Jeremy or Alexander Technique, visit https://www.poisealexandertechnique.com.au/ @danlistonmusic also drops in to do our scale of the episode and finally speaks on air!

006 Every Sing: Marieke Schuurs on Body Mapping and Alexander Technique   Marieke started to consider Alexander Technique and Body Mapping after attending the Voice Care Network in Minnesota in the 1990’s. After, she started working with Barbara Connable on Body Mapping.   Cathey Madden - Seattle Alexander Teacher, UW Drama dept.   Certification in Body Mapping from Andover Educators and is a certified Alexander Technique Teacher from Alexander Technique International   At the beginning the teacher has to build a bridge from the student’s understanding to what Body Mapping can teach   The Fundamental tenant of Alexander is that you have an overall use of yourself, it might be really good, really poor, or somewhere in-between, from things that you do, or habitual postures. If your general use is poor, it effects everything you do and everything you do is more arduous, more labored and puts pressure on the joints. So the more you can bring somebody into easier, smoother coordination then everything they do becomes more fluid. Improve the core use and then everything else gets effect after that.   In improving physical technique, unpack the habit (what are the little steps).  The word “singing” becomes  the trigger for the habit. On a neuro-physical level, as soon as they think of singing their system goes into a whole system of neurological responses. Our body’s do that all the time. The habits start so fast that sometimes it can’t be stopped.  To teach a singer to be aware of the moment before they start, ask them to think about singing but don’t start, then do it again, and again, and notice the habits. It gives them the opportunity to stop the habit and create new ones.   When you are moving well according to your structural-muscular design, then the quality of your movement becomes easier, lighter, and more fluid.    Marieke’s website:  http://www.cantarevoicestudio.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cantarevoicestudio/   Every Sing on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1711090705861666/   Every Sing on Twitter: @Every_Sing_Pod   Nancy's website: NancyBos.net   Teadora beauty.com  Our favorite Teadora products around my house are the beauty butter, Brazilian glow radiance oil, and the sugar scrub mask. We also love the soap - the scent is delicious. The 25% discount code is everysing

Episode 46: Letting Go of Expectations - A conversation with Pete Estabrook Pete Estabrook earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Professional Music from Berklee College (Boston, MA) in 1987 and Master of Fine Arts Degree in Jazz Studies from California Institute for the Arts (Valencia, CA) in 1991. He is also an AmSat certified Alexander Technique Teacher and completed that training at the Northern California Center for the Alexander Technique (Redwood City, CA) in 2011. Pete is a student of internationally recognized Yamaha Trumpet Artist and Clinician: Bobby Shew. He has also studied trumpet privately with 25 teachers, including: Mario Guineri, Roy Poper, Jon Lewis, and Steve Braet (who were all students of James Stamp). Formerly on the Jazz Faculty at Sonoma State University (1999-2011), Pete has been on the at Santa Rosa Junior College Faculty for over 20 years, where he has taught Jazz Courses, Music Fundamentals, and Applied Music (Trumpet). He has also been an Adjunct Faculty Member for Pacific Union College and Napa Valley College. He has been and active Private Trumpet Instructor for 34 years. He has transcribed over 400 Jazz Trumpet Solos as well as numerous Original Jazz Compositions and Arrangements by various Blue Note Artists. Pete's Transcriptions of Miles Davis' Solos were included as bonus material with the 2006 and 2009 re-releases of the 50's Prestige Sessions by the Concord Music Group. Under the guidance of James Newton (Downbeat Poll Winner-Jazz Flute), Pete transcribed and arranged portions of Duke Ellington's "Queen's Suite". This work, previously unreleased, was performed by the Danish National Radio Orchestra in 1991. As a student, Pete had the good fortune to perform with, and arranged for, ensembles featuring such well-known jazz artists as Bobby Shew, Charlie Haden, James Newton, Red Calendar, Bruce Forman, Tom Scott, Carl Fontana, Joe Williams, Albert Heath, Ernie Watts, and Roscoe Mitchell. In addition to performing regularly in a variety of musical settings which include Orchestral, Theater, Dance, and Brass groups, Pete also plays with his own Jazz Quintet (the Blue Note Collective). He has appeared on several albums by local artists including: Mel Graves' "Ear Shot", Bonnie Brooks' “You are the Song in Me”,and Steve Wolf's “Joy Button”. For the past 31 years, Pete has served as the Racetrack Bugler on the Northern California Fair Circuit, performing each summer for Fairs in Alameda, Humboldt, Sonoma, Solano, and San Joaquin County, as well as the Sacramento State Fair, and in the “off season”, for Cal Expo Harness Racing. Prior to teaching at the College level, Pete worked Holland America, Princess and Carnival Cruise Lines as a featured soloist and lead player.

In this episode Nathan interviews Michele Drivon, a practitioner of the Alexander Technique. Michele explains what the Alexander Technique is, how it helped her life, and a little bit about the history of F.M. Alexander. Michele also studied the Bates Method with Nathan so they converse about some of the similarities and differences between the Alexander and Bates approaches to health and wellness. Michele's practice is called 'Conscious Alignment', and in this talk we dive into a few different interpretations and different definitions of alignment can mean in terms of the body, mind, and spirit. There are a ton of gems in this interview, so make sure you listen all the way through, and while you're at it head over to www.consciousalignment.com to learn more about Michele and the Alexander Technique. The Alexander Technique can really compliment your Bates Method practice, so maybe even consider taking a few Alexander Technique lessons with a practitioner near you (Michele's got links to teacher directories on her site). 

Andrew McCaan, an Alexander Technique teacher in Chicago, Illinois, talks about his experiences taking lessons in the Technique. Andrew's website: AlexanderAnd.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Robert Rickover, an Alexander Technique teacher in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada, talks with Imogen Ragone about how he uses Skype for posture and movement coaching. Robert's website: AlexanderTechniquenebraska.com Imogen teaches in Wilmington, Deleware. Website: ImogenRagone.com A list of Alexander Technique teacheres who use Skype can be found here: AlexanderTechnique.com/teacher/distancelearning More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about The Posture Workbook, and the Alexander Technique approach to achieving good posture. Imogen's website: imogenragone.net Carolyn's website: alexandertechniquebrighton.co.uk Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about her experince using Up With GravitySM while walking on a windy day. Imogen's website: ImogenRagone.net Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.comMore information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about her experiences with the second phase of Up With GravitySM Imogen's website: ImogenRagone.net Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about her experiences with the first phase of Up With GravitySM - a method of harnesing the power of gravity to release tension and lighten up. Imogen's website: ImogenRagone.net Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students.) Eileen Troberman, an Alexander Technique teacher in San Diego, California, talks with Robert Rickover about some things for potential students to consider when choosing a training course. Eileen's website: alexandertechniquesandiego.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. This interview originally appeared in AlexanderTalk More information about Alexander Technique teacher training: thealexandertechnique.net More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students.) Diana Rumrill, an Alexander Technique teacher in Washington, DC, talks with Robert Rickover about some things for potential students to consider when choosing a training course. Diana's website: harmoniousbodies.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Alexander Technique teacher training: thealexandertechnique.net More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students.) Luke Ford interviews Robert Rickover, a teacher in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto Canada about his experiences with the Technique over the past 35-plus years. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com Luke lives in Los Angeles. Luke's website: alexander90210.com More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students. The audio quality is not the best, but Bill has some very interesting things to say.) Luke Ford interviews Bill Plake, a teacher in Los Angeles. Bill's website: alexandertechniquefoothills.com Luke also lives in Los Angeles. website: alexander90210.com More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Juliet Carter, an Alexander Technique Teacher and psychotherapist in London, England talks with Robert Rickover about ways in which the Technique can complement psychotherapy. Juliet's website: julietcarter.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Anthony Kingsley, an Alexander Technique Teacher and psychotherapist in London, England talks with Robert Rickover about the usefulness of the Alexander Technique for psychotherapy patients and therapists. Anthony's website: alexander-technique-london.co.uk Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Alan Bowers, an Alexander Technique teacher, singer, and singing teacher, in New York City talks with Robert Rickover in more detail about two concepts from the interview above: "beating the drum" and "resisting exhilation" and invites listeners' questions. Alan's website: alanbowers.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com More information about the Technique and musicians: alexandertechnique.com/musicians.htm. General Alexander Technique information: alexandertechnique.com

Alan Bowers, an Alexander Technique teacher, singer, and singing teacher, in New York City talks with Robert Rickover about ways in which the Technique can help singers, with an emphasis on what happens before any sound is produced. Alan's website: alanbowers.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com More information about the Technique and musicians: alexandertechnique.com/musicians.htm. General Alexander Technique information: alexandertechnique.com

Laura Klein, an Alexander Technique teacher and professional jazz musician in Berkeley, California talks about ways the Technique can help musicians. Laura's website: lauraklein.net Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com More information about the Technique and musicians: alexandertechnique.com/musicians.htm

Josephine Gray, a professional vidolinist and Alexander Technique teacher in San Francisco, talks about ways in which the Technique can help musicians. Josephine's website: alexandertechnique.com/josephinegray Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com More information about the Technique and musicians: alexandertechnique.com/musicians.htm. General Alexander Technique information: alexandertechnique.com

Loren Shlaes, an Alexander Technique teacher and Occupational Therapist in New York City talks with Robert Rickover about ways that parents can help their children develop good posture. Loren's website: pediatricot.blogspot.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Candada. Robert's website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com

Jeanne Barrett, an Alexander Technique Teacher and Alexander training course director in Seattle, Washington, talks with Robert Rickover about ways the Alexander Technique, along with other methods, can assist in recovering from an injury. Jeanne's website: alivestillness.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Jennifer Kellow, an Alexander Technique Teacher and Registered Nurse in Jersey City and New York City is interviewed by Robert Rickover of AlexanderAudio.com about her work with babies and their parents. For more information about Jennifer, visit her website at alexanderbabies.com For more information about the Alexander Technique, visit alexandertechnique.com