Song Threads, I: Lithuanian Sutartinės: Polyphony and Weaving

For millennia, textile arts have predominantly been the provenance of women, with singing as an integral companion and/or extension of these activities. Aural examples of the relationship between textile production and singing abound throughout the Baltic world, with sutartinės at the center. Ritual songs sung in 2, 3, or 4 parts, sutartinės are ancient women’s song forms mimicking the process of weaving. In this workshop, we will explore these themes via song; working on vocal technique, pronunciation, and cultural context.

No prior singing experience necessary, all genders and ages welcome.

Artwork: Ukrainian Embroidery Pattern, needlework by Kristine Barrett