This presentation by author and Jungian analyst Mark Winborn will explore the archetypal journey of the human psyche through an examination of the blues as a musical genre. The genesis, history, and thematic patterns of the blues are examined from an archetypal perspective and various analytic theories – especially the interaction between Erich Neumann’s concept of unitary reality and the blues experience. Mythological and shamanistic parallels are used to provide a deeper understanding of the role of the bluesman, the blues performance, and the innate healing potential of the music. Universal aspects of human experience and transcendence are revealed through the creative medium of the blues.
The presentation will be augmented by visual images, audio recordings, and video to deepen the audience’s involvement in the themes explored.
Suggested Reading: Deep Blues: Human Soundscapes for the Archetypal Journey (Fisher King Press)