The Wild Voice is an invitation to reclaim the voice as a living expression of your essence and all life as it moves through you.
In this intimate retreat, we return to the voice as a channel of truth, beauty, and creative life force—awakening the untamed, prayerful, and authentic sound that lives within.
We are honored to host this second edition of The Wild Voice at Le Pianore. Nestled between forested hills and open meadows, Le Pianore is a family-run organic estate and retreat centre located in the heart of Tuscany’s countryside. Rooted in Etruscan land and rich with ancestral energy, this 800-year-old farmhouse offers the perfect environment for deep restoration and creative awakening. With fresh spring water, nourishing farm-to-table meals, and panoramic views of Monte Amiata, Le Pianore provides a sacred, serene container for reconnection with voice, with nature and with your own inner rhythm.
Join us for four days of deep listening, embodied expression, and voice cultivation in the heart of Tuscany – a land steeped in beauty, history, and song. The Wild Voice is an invitation to reclaim the voice as a living expression of your essence and all life as it moves through you. In this intimate retreat, we return to the voice as a channel of truth, beauty, and creative life force—awakening the untamed, prayerful, and authentic sound that lives within. Through breath, embodiment and ancient vocal practices, we will soften the layers that block expression and attune to the natural world and one another with greater presence and receptivity.
During our four days together we will explore:
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Breath meditations and techniques
Learn to restore the natural breath cycle, supporting nervous system regulation and the gentle release of trauma held in the body
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Somatic and embodiment practice
Unblock the singing and speaking voice, awakening vitality and soul expression
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Vocal resonance and projection technique
Learn to speak and sing with clarity, power, and presence—without strain or force
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Vocal care tools
Honor, protect, and sustain the health of your voice
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The ancient Norse practice of weaving
A sacred way of sounding in harmony with the land, with water, with spirit, and with each other
Woven throughout our days will be candlelit feasts, spontaneous shared song, silence, storytelling and communion with nature. Our aim is that this retreat be a homecoming to your own wild and original sound, a remembering of your unique frequency.
As lifelong vocalists and carriers of traditional song from our own lineages, we are honoured to hold this sacred space for your voice to unfurl. No prior singing experience is needed, only a willingness to open your heart and follow the thread of your honest expression through the voice.
Join us for four days of deep listening, embodied expression, and voice cultivation in the heart of Tuscany—a land steeped in beauty, history, and song.
PROGRAM
Full schedule TBA
Day 1
15th July
3pm: Check in
4pm: Welcome circle, orientation
7pm: Evening Feast
Evening: Song Circle
Days 2-4
16th – 18th July
Optional Morning Movement
Breakfast
Morning Music Workshop
Light Farm Lunch
Afternoon Music Workshop
Evening Three Course Dinner – featuring musical surprises
Day 5 – 19th July
Breakfast
Closing Circle
11am: Departure
Workshops with Peia
Embodied Voice Cultivation & Traditional Song Study
During our time together, we will have a morning voice cultivation session and an afternoon song study which will focus on songs from the Irish & Animist Celtic Tradition. Learning the songs of the ancestors is a simple yet powerful act which connects us more deeply to the land, web of life, lineage and helps cultivate a sense of stewardship & belonging.
Here are some of the specific tools we will be working with in our practice:
Workshops with Anna Bariyani
Weaving Voice & Spirit
The transformational technique of weaving assists in opening and tuning your voice as a channel, to allow profound elevation of expression on a soul level. Not only for singers or musicians, weaving is suitable for all those who wish to amplify the true purpose of their voice and experience a deeper connection with self and others.
Weaving refers to our voice as a thread in the large tapestry of life. It is a key to open the portal of the voice and the channel of the soul, to connect one´s own spirit with the Great Spirit. When we reconnect our voice to source, we reconnect with our origin and our purpose. Using her distinct vocal techniques, mainly rooted in her native Scandinavian traditions, Anna shares her way of using the voice for healing, prayer and dialogue with the elements. Her unique methods allow for authentic expression, conscious creation, and spiritual connection. Discover yourself and your potential through the art of vocalization and prayer in weaving with voice and spirit.
Our Residence: Le Pianore, Tuscany, Italy
Set in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, surrounded by woodlands, vineyards, olive groves and mountain streams, with spectacular views and untouched landscapes, Le Pianore Villa and Organic Wine Farm is an idyllic venue with beautifully restored villas and studio spaces, nestled by the slopes of the Monte Amiata down to the Maremma coast.
Serving farm to table food and offering the chance to explore their on-site practices of farm cultivation and wine production, Le Pianore is the perfect setting for The Wild Voice. A shining example of how to commune with nature in a reciprocal and beautiful way. We will enjoy abundant breakfasts, light, farm-style lunches and long 3 course dinners created with the freshest Italian ingredients. The real dolce vita.
PRICE OF PARTICIPATION PER PERSON:
Reserve Your PlacePrice Includes:
– Full retreat participation across all workshops with Peia and Anna
– High-end accommodation in beautifully renovated traditional Tuscan farmhouse
– Full board delicious farm-to-table Italian meals including three course evening meals – All diets catered for)
– Natural spring-fed pool swimming and grounds to explore in free time
– Optional morning yoga
Does not include
– Airfare & Ground Transfers
– arrival information will be provided and where possible participants will be linked to share transfers
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Staying in simple & elegant
5 person dormitory
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Staying in 4 person
ensuite dormitory
€1300
Staying in 3 person ensuite yurt
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Staying in 2 person suite
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Staying in private room
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Staying in the Family Cottage, private entire space that sleeps 2-3 people (family or friends)
SIGNING UP
LIMITED AVAILABILITY – RESERVE YOUR SPOT SOON
In order to sign up for this retreat you need to pay a booking fee to secure your spot. The remaining balance can be paid anytime before July 1st 2025
Join us
Four days of deep listening, embodied expression, and voice cultivation in the heart of Tuscany—a land steeped in beauty, history, and song.
For questions and other inquiries please write us at retreat@curawaka.com
WILD VOICE RETREAT BOOKING CONDITIONS:
- You may of course contact us with your inquiry, but please note that your place in the retreat is only secured upon payment of deposit.
- The remaining balance shall be paid in its entirety before July 1st 2025 .
- Please note deposits and final payments are non-refundable.
- We remain the right to cancel your participation if it conflicts with legal or ethical matters.
- We are not able to offer refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, family matters, illness or unexpected weather conditions.
- Please make sure you have a valid travel insurance to protect you from unfortunate circumstances.
- The price is listed in EURO, we ask that all transfers are made in EURO.
- In case the retreat is cancelled from our side, all participants will receive a full refund.
- If we make a mistake in your booking that results in your desire to cancel the booking, you shall receive a full refund.
- Cancellations must be sent in writing to retreat@curawaka.com.