Unify Our Voices: Dilraj Kaur& Sundeep

6th June, New Unity Upper Street, Islington. 10-4

Unify our Voices

Join us in a joyful celebration of diversity, culture and singing as one people.
Unify our Voices is a new series of workshops where amazing workshop leaders bring their passion, heritage and traditions and sheer talent to London. Exploring how singing can be used to tackle division and forge a path forward. So step into the space with an open mind, and join us as we sing to a better understanding of each other and our shared humanity.

Prices are set to be as inclusive as possible. if the lowest amount is too much for you, email us!

Dilraj Kaur
Natural Voice Network leader, senior organiser of a social justice charity(Citizens UK), mother of two, and carrier of the Sikh devotional singing, for a nourishing day of voice, mantra, and deep gathering &listening.

This workshop offers a gentle and welcoming space to reconnect with your natural voice, regardless of experience. We will begin by warming up the voice using the Indian classical scale Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni Sa, grounding ourselves in breath, sound, and presence.

From there, we will explore simple, accessible mantras, sung together with and without accompaniment — including guitar, harmonium, and moments of a cappella singing. Mantras will be repeated slowly and intentionally, allowing the voice to soften and open. Along the way, Dilraj will share the meanings, stories, and cultural roots behind the chants, offering depth and context to the practice.

The day will close with a deeply meditative Indian classical sound bath, led by Dilraj’s partner, Sundeep, a trained Indian classical musician, playing the Dilruba — a rare and soulful bowed string instrument known for its evocative, heart-opening tones.

Details
Venue: New Unity, 277a Upper Street, N12TZ

New Unity is an organisation that has fought for human rights since the 17th Century. Champions of anti-slavery, the inception if the suffragettes and LGBT rights.
Based on Upper street, Islington the closest stations are Highbury & Islington, Angel and Essex Road.
It is a step free venue but parking in the area is limited so we recommend getting public transport where possible. there is a drop curb near the shell garage on the corner.

Timings:
10am- Registration
10.30- warm up and first session
1pm- Lunch
1.40- second session
4pm- Goodbyes