Natalia Zukerman
Esalen Institute
55000 CA-1
Big Sur, CA 93920
Aug 23, 2020
12:00 PM PDT
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In this workshop, songwriters from beginners to pros, are all welcome. Critically-acclaimed songwriters and heart-based changemakers Glen Phillips and Emily Saliers will be joined by guest teacher Natalia Zukerman to support participants in an immersive exploration of the transformative power of song.
Through participatory activities and moments of reflection, we will be encouraged to pay attention to both structural technique and spiritual resonance to discover how emergence in the songwriting process may produce surprising results. Drawing creative inspiration from individual/collective experience and the wonders of the natural world, the use of imagery in songwriting will be woven into the process.
We will create together and alone and be invited to share our new songs or song beginnings with the greater group. If you have a portable instrument, we recommend you bring it along.
This workshop is part of a property-wide musical event, called Courting the Muse.
Courting the Muse: A Week of Singing and Songwriting at Esalen offers an experiential immersion and playground of music, exploring singing and songwriting as spiritual practices and tools in service to our collective healing and transformation. Participants select from one of two workshop focuses: songwriting with GRAMMY-award-winning Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls and Glen Phillips of Toad the Wet Sprocket or singing in community with MaMuse, Lisa G. Littlebird and friends. The two groups will join together in the evenings for creative play, singing and sharing. The culture will be one of inspiration and collaboration, inviting a deep dive into the sea of questions evoked by the state of our world today.
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Natalia Zukerman Biography
Born and bred amidst the vibrant tapestry of New York City, Natalia's artistic journey has taken her on a mesmerizing adventure. From her formative years at Oberlin, where she honed her skills as a visual artist, to the bustling streets of San Francisco, where she birthed her mural business, "Off The Wall," Natalia's artistic spirit knows no bounds.
Moving to Boston in 2005 marked the genesis of a remarkable musical career that has since seen her become an international solo performer and the proud creator of eight independent albums, released through Weasel Records and her own label, Talisman Records. She has shared the stage, been a side player for, and/or opened for some of acoustic music’s most beloved artists including Ani DiFranco, Shawn Colvin, Dar Williams, Janis Ian, Nanci Griffith, Susan Werner, Willy Porter, Melissa Ferrick, Glen Phillips, Richard Thompson and many others.
Natalia's music has left its indelible mark and has graced the soundtracks of hit shows like "The L Word" and "Chasing Life." She has lent her musical talents to diverse projects, including scoring the independent film "The Arch of Titus" for Yeshiva University and contributing to the Harvard online course, "Poetry in America."
But her artistic journey doesn't stop at music. Natalia's brush strokes adorn both private and public murals, and her illustrations breathe life into adult and children's books alike. She has crafted sets for plays in the bustling streets of New York City and immortalized countless individuals (human and animal!) through her private portrait commissions.
In 2017, Natalia Zukerman became a Cultural Diplomat for the U.S. Department of State, embarking on a transformative journey with her trio, "The Northern Lights," performing and conducting workshops across Africa. She continued her global outreach in 2022, co-leading workshops with social action musicians in Zimbabwe alongside the band Raining Jane. Excitingly, Natalia and Raining Jane were selected once again to lead workshops through American Music Abroad again in 2024.
Nurturing the next generation of talent, Natalia imparts her wisdom through private songwriting lessons and has graced various programs and festivals throughout the U.S. and Canada with her teachings as well as working with Paul Reisler of Kid Pan Alley.
In 2018, she held the prestigious title of Artist in Residence at the renowned cell theatre in New York City, where she gave birth to her multimedia one-woman show, "The Women Who Rode Away."
When the world faced unprecedented challenges in 2020, Natalia co-produced the groundbreaking online music festival, "Shut In & Sing," offering financial relief to countless independent musicians during the lockdown's onset.
Beyond her artistic pursuits, Natalia is a certified 200-hour yoga teacher, and a guiding presence as the artistic director for the conscious global community, SoulCall Global.
Her latest endeavors include her role as Engagement Editor at The Millerton News. She also contributes a weekly cartoon to the paper that showcases her artistic versatility. She is also a contributing writer for Acoustic Guitar Magazine. Natalia Zukerman is proud to be the new Conference Director for NERFA, further cementing her role as a dynamic force in the world of music and arts.
Join Natalia Zukerman on this enchanting journey through creativity, where every note, every stroke, and every word tells a story of boundless passion and artistic exploration.
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“Natalia’s voice could send an orchid into bloom while her guitar playing can open a beer bottle with its teeth.” –New Yorker
“a strutting brass band one minute, a sighing lover the next.” –The Boston Globe
“a wise mix of rootsy styles from torch blues to country swing. If you’re a fan of Madeleine Peyroux, Bonnie Raitt or even Amy Winehouse, you’ll find stuff to connect with here.” –Philadelphia Daily News
Read MoreMoving to Boston in 2005 marked the genesis of a remarkable musical career that has since seen her become an international solo performer and the proud creator of eight independent albums, released through Weasel Records and her own label, Talisman Records. She has shared the stage, been a side player for, and/or opened for some of acoustic music’s most beloved artists including Ani DiFranco, Shawn Colvin, Dar Williams, Janis Ian, Nanci Griffith, Susan Werner, Willy Porter, Melissa Ferrick, Glen Phillips, Richard Thompson and many others.
Natalia's music has left its indelible mark and has graced the soundtracks of hit shows like "The L Word" and "Chasing Life." She has lent her musical talents to diverse projects, including scoring the independent film "The Arch of Titus" for Yeshiva University and contributing to the Harvard online course, "Poetry in America."
But her artistic journey doesn't stop at music. Natalia's brush strokes adorn both private and public murals, and her illustrations breathe life into adult and children's books alike. She has crafted sets for plays in the bustling streets of New York City and immortalized countless individuals (human and animal!) through her private portrait commissions.
In 2017, Natalia Zukerman became a Cultural Diplomat for the U.S. Department of State, embarking on a transformative journey with her trio, "The Northern Lights," performing and conducting workshops across Africa. She continued her global outreach in 2022, co-leading workshops with social action musicians in Zimbabwe alongside the band Raining Jane. Excitingly, Natalia and Raining Jane were selected once again to lead workshops through American Music Abroad again in 2024.
Nurturing the next generation of talent, Natalia imparts her wisdom through private songwriting lessons and has graced various programs and festivals throughout the U.S. and Canada with her teachings as well as working with Paul Reisler of Kid Pan Alley.
In 2018, she held the prestigious title of Artist in Residence at the renowned cell theatre in New York City, where she gave birth to her multimedia one-woman show, "The Women Who Rode Away."
When the world faced unprecedented challenges in 2020, Natalia co-produced the groundbreaking online music festival, "Shut In & Sing," offering financial relief to countless independent musicians during the lockdown's onset.
Beyond her artistic pursuits, Natalia is a certified 200-hour yoga teacher, and a guiding presence as the artistic director for the conscious global community, SoulCall Global.
Her latest endeavors include her role as Engagement Editor at The Millerton News. She also contributes a weekly cartoon to the paper that showcases her artistic versatility. She is also a contributing writer for Acoustic Guitar Magazine. Natalia Zukerman is proud to be the new Conference Director for NERFA, further cementing her role as a dynamic force in the world of music and arts.
Join Natalia Zukerman on this enchanting journey through creativity, where every note, every stroke, and every word tells a story of boundless passion and artistic exploration.
~
“Natalia’s voice could send an orchid into bloom while her guitar playing can open a beer bottle with its teeth.” –New Yorker
“a strutting brass band one minute, a sighing lover the next.” –The Boston Globe
“a wise mix of rootsy styles from torch blues to country swing. If you’re a fan of Madeleine Peyroux, Bonnie Raitt or even Amy Winehouse, you’ll find stuff to connect with here.” –Philadelphia Daily News
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