THE SONG OF THE SOUL: The Transpersonal Dimension of Sound and Psyche
Music should be an essential part of every analysis.
Music reaches the deep archetypal material that we
only sometimes reach in our analytical work with
patients. This is most remarkable.
C.G. Jung (Letters, vol. 1, p. 542)
My professional life has been devoted to the healing powers of art and music. In the Zurich Lecture Series, I will share some psychological insights and spiritual experiences from this lifelong voyage with soul and song.
At the core we are all vibrations, musical compositions in motion and that is why we resonate in communion with the world of music.
The human voice is the only instrument that sounds from within, and it is deeply connected to heart and soul. In the timbre and tonal nuances of the voice we can perceive psychic messages – way beyond words. The sound of the voice mirrors what is going on in the depths of psyche and this touches us deeply.
To liberate the voice is to liberate psyche. To free the sound is to free the soul. Singing requires deep listening, instinctual attention, pure vocal presence, and the song is a musical alchemical vessel for psychospiritual transformation. Music is a magical magnet, a sacred gift from the Muses, so that our songs can sound the mana of the Mysterion.
Reception, Apéro, Lecture 1 & Concert:
THE SONG OF THE SOUL
Zunfthaus zur Schmiden (Marktgasse 20, 8001 Zurich)
The first lecture, concert and dinner on Wednesday, 2 October will be held at the “Zunfthaus zur Schmiden” (Guild House for Blacksmiths), a beautiful city palace located since 1412 at Marktgasse 20, close to the Limmat River in the heart of old Zurich. The sumptuous late-Gothic Guildhall and the historic rooms with style, warm hospitality and tradition will make you feel welcome. It is a special privilege to celebrate the Zurich Lecture Series at this grand location.
Event Schedule
Wednesday, 2 October (Zunfthaus zur Schmiden)
17:30–18:15
Reception & Apéro
18:15–19:15
Lecture 1 & Concert:
THE SONG OF THE SOUL
Vocals: Lena Måndotter Guitar: Pierre Engström
The concert includes Lena’s own compositions, interpretations of Leonard Cohen and Federico Garcia Lorca and hymns from the world.
19:30–21:30
Dinner
Thursday, 3 October (Foyer St. Anton)
10:00–12:00
Lectures 2 & 3: SOUND AND PSYCHE
The Human Voice – the instrument sounding from within, and musical mirror of soul and psyche
The Ear and Art of the Heart – the sacred chamber of remembrance, resonance and deep listening
12:00–13:30
Light Lunch
13:30–15:30
Lectures 4 & 5: THE SINGING INSTINCT
Hermes and Orpheus – musical soul guides in the ’imaginal realm’
Song Therapy and the transpersonal dimension of psyche and sound