Michael Ormiston & Candida Valentino Events archive 2025
“Cancelled Mongolian Khöömii Overtone Singing Workshop
led by Michael Ormiston Cancelled
10:00am to 4:00 Saturday 18th January 2025 London, SW14 8R
Learn an authentic traditional Mongolian technique.
Listen to your own overtones as you discover the unknown depths and heights of your own voice.
The workshop is open to anyone who wishes to explore the harmonic nature of their voice
PLACES LIMITED Tickets : https://www.tickettailor.com/events/surbitonshamaniccircle/1465136
so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com for informations and booking
Voices from the Heart Concert
Domenic DeCicco, Candida Valentino and Michael Ormiston
7:30pm – 9:30pm Friday 17th Jan 2025
Rosslyn Hill Chapel, 3 Pilgrim’s Place, London NW3 1NG
Booking https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alternatives/1417891
Domenic DeCicco, Candida Valentino and Michael Ormiston welcome you to open your hearts to the healing light of the New Year and to bring joy into your lives. They will share this special moment through the sacred sounds of Native American Flutes, Mongolian Khöömii Overtone Singing, Indian Chakra Shlokas, Heartfelt songs with acoustic guitar, Himalayan Singing Bowls, Mongolian Morin Khuur and invite everyone to celebrate and sing together as One Light, One Heart.
Mongolian Khöömii Overtone Singing Workshop
led by Michael Ormiston & Candida Valentino
10am to 5pm Saturday March 15th 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG. Times 10am to 5pm
Learn an authentic traditional Mongolian technique.
Listen to your own overtones as you discover the unknown depths and heights of your voice.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
“New Venue” Mongolian Khöömii a cultural perspective by Michael Ormiston
6:15pm to 8pm Tuesday 18th March 2025
At The Nissen Hut, Eastville Park, Bristol. BS5 6QL
This evenings talk will explore the history of Mongolian Khöömii with rare images, film clips, sound recordings using some of the latest research.
Suggested Donation £5
To reserve a place https://buytickets.at/pitchblend/1615850
For more info contact Michael at ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or Neil at pitchblend.gigs@gmail.com
Symphonic Gong/Sound Bath with Singing Bowls and more
4pm to 5:30pm Sunday 23rd March 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG.
Gong/Sound baths envelope you in the warmth of the full spectrum frequencies embodied within its crystalline metallic structure. They immerse the receiver in a deep ocean of resonating sounds enabling the mind to free itself of thoughts, the body of tensions, taking you on a journey from the subtlest strokes of the gong to an orchestra of symphonic proportions.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Tibetan/Himalayan Singing Bowl Workshop
led by Michael Ormiston & Candida Valentino
10:30am to 4:30pm Sunday April 13th 2025
At The Open Ealing Arts Centre, Unit 14, School Lane, Dickens Yard, Ealing London W5 2TD.
This inspirational and informative workshop will be an experiential journey through the amazing sounds of Tibetan/Himalayan Singing Bowls, their history and use in meditation/relaxation, deep listening and Therapeutic practices.
contact ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Tibetan/Himalayan Singing Bowl Workshop
led by Michael Ormiston & Candida Valentino
10:30am to 5pm Saturday April 19th 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG. Times 10:30am to 5pm
This inspirational and informative workshop will be an experiential journey through the amazing sounds of Tibetan/Himalayan Singing Bowls, their history and use in meditation/relaxation, deep listening and Therapeutic practices.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Symphonic Gong/Sound Bath with Singing Bowls and more
4pm to 5:30pm Sunday 20th April 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG.
Gong/Sound baths envelope you in the warmth of the full spectrum frequencies embodied within its crystalline metallic structure. They immerse the receiver in a deep ocean of resonating sounds enabling the mind to free itself of thoughts, the body of tensions, taking you on a journey from the subtlest strokes of the gong to an orchestra of symphonic proportions.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Symphonic Gong/Sound Bath with Singing Bowls and more
4pm to 5:30pm Sunday 4th May 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG.
Gong/Sound baths envelope you in the warmth of the full spectrum frequencies embodied within its crystalline metallic structure. They immerse the receiver in a deep ocean of resonating sounds enabling the mind to free itself of thoughts, the body of tensions, taking you on a journey from the subtlest strokes of the gong to an orchestra of symphonic proportions.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
An Acoustic Experimental Sound Journey with LIVE ELECTRONICS
with Candida Valentino and Michael Ormiston
7:30pm to 9pm Friday May 9th 2025 (doors 7:15pm)
At The Bennett Centre, Vicarage Street, Frome BA11 1PX
A unique evening from Frome’s most experienced sound journey artists.
The first 60 minutes is a deep immersion of Singing Bowls, Mongolian Overtone/Undertone Singing, Mongolian Horse Head Fiddle, Wind Gongs, Frame drums, Jews-Harps, Conches, Harp Lyre, Thumb Piano, Indian Esraj, Mantra and more with live electronics, looping and fan propelled instruments.
Then everyone is invited to join in a 15 minute celebration of the unifying power of the voice through simple chants, mantras and song.
Tickets £15 Booking : https://wegottickets.com/event/653390
More info please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Boston Manor House Colourscape Festival
Boston Manor House, Boston Manor Rd, Brentford TW8 9JX 12 noon to 5pm (music plays from 12.30 to 4.30pm)
Tickets https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/boston-manor-house
Saturday May 24th Special opening event –
Music Of The Spheres On The Lake, Simon Desorgher, Lawrence Casserley , Ariel Artist and Michael Ormiston
Tuesday 27th to Friday 30th May : Michael Ormiston – family-friendly spontaneous workshops & performances for all ages from babies to 100-year-olds!
Saturday 31st : Michael Ormiston and Domenic DeCicco perform on a wide range of instruments from around the world,
including Tibetan Singing Bowls, native American flutes, Mongolian throat Singing and more
Symphonic & Wind Gong Workshop
led by Michael Ormiston & Candida Valentino
10:30am to 5pm Saturday 7th June 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG. Times 10:30am to 5pm
Attendees will learn the techniques of making the gongs ring and sing in a relaxed and friendly environment
and have the opportunity to receive and take part in a gong sound massage/meditation.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Birmingham Colourscape Festival
Saturday June 21st to Sunday June 22nd
Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham, B12 9QH
11am to 4pm (music plays 11.30-3.30)
Michael Ormiston and Domenic DeCicco perform on a wide range of instruments from around the world, including Tibetan Singing Bowls, native American flutes and more. Creative dancer Eileih Muir performs throughout the many colour areas of Colourscape.
tickets https://macbirmingham.co.uk/events/colourscape-2
Wigan Colourscape Weekend
Saturday July 5th & Sunday July 6th Venue and Times TBC
Ansuman Biswas, Sylvia Hallett, Hyelim Lim and Michael Ormiston create a unique journey of the elements of Air, Earth and Water with unusual instruments including Tibetan Singing Bowls, amplified bicycle wheel and waterphones. Computer musician Lawrence Casserley creates new sounds from the instruments. And dancers from BitterSuite Company create Connections between sound, touch, space and colour
!!Cancelled!!
Drumming -Native American–Overtone flutes/Jews-harps/percussion Workshop
led by Michael Ormiston & Candida Valentino “Cancelled”
10:30am to 5pm Saturday July 12th 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG. Times 10:30am to 5pm
Learn & experience group drum circles using frame drums.
Discover how to play Native American Flutes, harmonic/overtone flutes, Jews-harps and various percussion instruments.
(Jews-harps and harmonic flutes provided with limited number of frame drums and native flutes).
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking
Qi-Gong classes, developing strength, flexibility of body and steadiness of mind with Candida Valentino
Tuesdays 11am – 12:30pm Beginners Course teaching the 8 Brocades
Thursdays 11am – 12:30pm
Thursdays 6:30pm- 7:45pm
Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG.
Learn & practice continuous Qigong movements, 18 Shibashi, 8 Brocades, 12 Muscle Tendon Changing classics, fun animal frolics, standing meditations focusing on the elements and sounds for health. Classes for beginners and intermediate. 6 people maximum.
Classes will be outside during fine weather.
Rochdale Colourscape Weekend
Saturday July 12th to Sunday July 13th
Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1AB
11am to 4pm (music plays 11.30-3.30)
Musicians Ansuman Biswas, Sylvia Hallett, Hyelim Lim and Michael Ormiston. Computer musician Lawrence Casserley creates new sounds from the instruments. And dancers Eileih Muir & Jordan James Bridge from BitterSuite Company create Connections between sound, touch, space and colour. This event will take place at the newly restored historic Town Hall with its new magnificent outdoor Event Space. Colourscape will fill the Event Square with colour and light.
Wolverhampton Colourscape Weekend
Saturday August 2nd & Sunday August 3rd West Park, Wolverhampton.
More Details & Tickets https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/newhamptonartscentre/e-mobzzd/
Sat Aug 2nd: Same Difference Youth Festival – young musicians from the festival perform in Colourscape PLUS Michael Ormiston and David Stevens create public participation with our creative dancers.
Sun Aug 3rd: Symphony of Connections: Musicians Ansuman Biswas, Sylvia Hallett, Michael Ormiston, Beibei Wang and David Stevens create a unique journey of the elements of Air, Earth and Water with unusual instruments including Tibetan Singing Bowls, amplified bicycle wheel and waterphones. And dancers from BitterSuite Company create Connections between sound, touch, space and colour
Middlesbrough Colourscape Festival
Tuesday August 5th & Wednesday August 6th
Captain Cook Museum, Stewart Park, TS7 8AT tickets TBA
10.30am to 3.30pm (music plays 11-3)
Creative musicians Michael Ormiston and Sylvia Hallet lead the public on a unique journey of the senses with unusual instruments including Hurdy-Gurdy, amplified cycle-wheel, slate xylophones, Tibetan Singing Bowls and more….
Watford Colourscape Festival
Saturday Aug 16th to Monday Aug 25th Near the Bandstand, Cassiobury Park Ave/Shepherds Rd, Watford WD18 7HY.
Monday to Friday August 18th to 22nd
Our resident musician Michael Ormiston: free-flowing performances and workshops for families.
Fantastic for all ages from babies through to 100 year-olds.
From 11 to 5pm Weekends and Bank Holiday Monday and from 11am to 4pm Monday – Friday (NOTE – Music plays from 11.30 to 4pm weekends and 11.30 to 3.20 weekdays. To experience Colourscape in a quieter way the best time is the final 40 mins of the day)
Tickets https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on?q=colourscape%20watford
Mongolian Khöömii Overtone Singing Evening Classes led by Michael Ormiston
6pm to 8pm each Wednesday 1st October 2025 until Wednesday 5th November 2025
Windmill Hill City Farm Philip St, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4EA
Over this six week workshop series learn a traditional Mongolian technique ‘Tagnain Khőőmii’
open to anyone who wishes to discover the unknown depths and heights of their voice
Booking and more info https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pitchblend/1381671
ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com
Samsara Memorial Hall-North Carolina USA
8pm 6th December 2025
Memorial Hall- Carolina Performing Arts, 140 East Cameron Avenue, Chapel Hill, North Carolina NC 27599, USA
Tickets https://tickets.carolinaperformingarts.org/14910?_gl=11bg17ju_gcl_auMTA0ODc5MjI3OC4xNzU1MzM3ODg1_gaMjAxOTYzMDguMTc1NTMzNzg4NQ.._ga_62G2P8J7J0*czE3NTU0MjcwMDIkbzIkZzEkdDE3NTU0MjcwMTUkajQ3JGwwJGgw
A Journey through the vast cultures of China and India in this physical and spiritual performance. Created and performed by international dance artists Aakash Odedra (UK/India) and Hu Shenyuan (China); This compelling journey of self-development, strength, fear and love finds new meaning in modern times. Immerse yourself in the energy and skill of these two extraordinary dancers, and the live music of composer and singer Nicki Wells (UK/Switzerland) with Beibei Wang and Michael Ormiston in this epic journey of discovery.
Symphonic Gong/Sound Bath with Singing Bowls and more
4pm to 5:30pm Saturday 8th November 2025
At The Sonic Retreat Centre, Frome, Somerset BA11 3NG.
Gong/Sound baths envelope you in the warmth of the full spectrum frequencies embodied within its crystalline metallic structure. They immerse the receiver in a deep ocean of resonating sounds enabling the mind to free itself of thoughts, the body of tensions, taking you on a journey from the subtlest strokes of the gong to an orchestra of symphonic proportions.
Only 8 PLACES so please contact us ormi_khoomii@yahoo.com or candidavalentino@yahoo.co.uk for informations and booking