Fireside Vocal Activation for Men

A creatively held safe space for men to explore vocal resonance, creativity, and deep connection beyond words, through sound, rhythms, somatic practices, movement, and singing. These sessions will take place around the Sacred fire (indoor option available)

About the Session:

This is a space for men to reconnect, around the fireside, with their voices in a way that goes beyond speaking.

Unlike many men’s groups that focus on a model of verbal sharing, this experience offers a non-verbal approach to connection and self-expression, using sound, vibration, and deep listening to create deepened connection and deepening bond between participants

Through playful vocal exercises and games drawing from collaborative vocal improvisation movements, resonance exercises, and musical elements, participants will explore the creative and emotional potential of their voices.

The session will weave together techniques from somatic relaxation techniques, global vocal traditions, group chanting, and looped soundscapes, creating a dynamic and immersive experience.

Fireside time and ritual, Instruments, movement, and artistic practices may also be introduced to support creative exploration and deepen the experience. The unique energy of the group will shape the journey, making each session an evolving, co-created experience.

The workshop follows a structured but fluid flow. An example of a session might include:

• Arrival & Grounding – Breathwork, body activation, group toning
• Vocal Freedom & Exploration – Warm-ups, deep sighing, resonance exercises
• Sound & Creativity – Exploring harmonics, rhythm, and looped soundscapes
• Collaborative Improvisation – Creating layered vocal textures and group soundscapes
• Integration & Closing – Reflection, sharing, and a final sung blessing

No prior singing experience is needed—just a willingness to explore, play, and connect.

Drawing from Francesco life’s passion, these session will also include, whenever possible a central Sacred Fire and some learning about “Firekeeping” practices

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Short facilitator bio – Francesco Benvenuti
I am Francesco, a firekeeper, ceremonialist, singer, and community weaver, devoted to rekindling our ancient connection to voice, ritual, and the Living Spirit of Fire.
With over a decade of experience in ceremonial facilitation, Georgian polyphonic singing and community song leadership, he creates safe and welcoming spaces where people can access and explore their most authentic, embodied voice—whether through sing-along chanting, deep vibrational soundscapes, or raw, heartfelt harmony.

Having lived and worked across the World in conservation, social activism, community building & indigenous cultures, my journey has always been rooted in a deep reverence for nature, song, and the unseen forces that weave us together.

My work is rooted in creating safe, non-judgmental spaces where people—in this case especially for men—can explore creative expression without fear or performance pressure. I bring a holistic and experiential approach, integrating somatic techniques, breathwork, and global vocal traditions.

I will share a variety of tools for further expanding the creative scope of vocal exploration.

To find out more about my passion and life’s work visit: www.Linktr.ee/harmonicmirrors

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P.S. These Vocal Activation workshops for men, will not be as technical and will be accessible to all, experienced singers and people who are not confident in using their voice. Everyone Welcome!

Suggested donation range: £10- 15

Participation in our community-led events is on a voluntary ‘by donation’ basis. This means that nobody is expected to make a payment if they cannot afford to do so. Read more about donations below

All rooms at the Salisbury Centre are accessible. The Salisbury Centre’s kitchen door and toilet are now wheelchair accessible. The studio is located upstairs and is accessible via a chair-lift. The Garden can also be accessed by wheelchairs via a movable ramp via the Art Room Annex. Please let the organisers know in advance of any access requirements.

Participation in our community-led events is on a voluntary ‘by donation’ basis. This means that nobody is expected to make a payment if they cannot afford to do so.

Any donations received will be shared between the Centre and the facilitator, helping to make the events’ programme sustainable as well as to provide some reciprocity towards community facilitators’ time and skills offered.

Where a “suggested donation” is listed, this is just an indication of what the event might cost if it was ticketed.

This is an invitation to practice ‘Dana’ (generosity) – please pay only what you can afford to attend.

To donate:

• bring cash
• donate online on www.salisburycentre.org/donate (Please use reference “EVENT NAME“).

Card payment option available at the entrance hall (Please enter the event name before making payment)

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Salisbury Centre, 2 Salisbury Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom