Workshops
Practical jaw harp workshops exploring playing technique, sound and its meditative dimension.
Jaw harp workshops and seminars
Join a practical learning session devoted to jaw harp playing, its history and its meditative dimension.
Types of workshop
🎓 Jaw harp workshops
Learn the foundations with an experienced teacher. Sessions are suitable for complete beginners and more advanced players.
- Essential playing techniques
- Instrument care
- Rhythm patterns
- Breathing techniques
🧘 Meditation with jaw harp and drum
A meditative approach to the jaw harp, breath and the physical experience of sound vibration.
- Meditation techniques
- Breathwork
- Combining jaw harp and drum
- Reflective and spiritual aspects
👶 Programmes for children
Interactive talks and demonstrations for schools and children’s groups about jaw harp history and playing.
- Interactive talks
- Stories from the instrument’s history
- Hands-on experience
- Engaging learning
🏠 Sweat lodge
Ritual, music and personal reflection in a carefully prepared setting.
- Traditional ritual
- Musical accompaniment
- Personal reflection and cleansing
- A shared group experience
What to expect
For beginners
🌱 Foundation level
You will learn:
- How to hold the jaw harp safely
- The basic striking technique
- How to shape your first tones
- How to care for the instrument
You will discover:
- The history of the jaw harp
- Different types of jaw harp
- Proper maintenance
- Practical training tips
For advanced players
🚀 Advanced level
You will develop:
- More complex rhythm patterns
- Breathing techniques
- Tone shaping and modulation
- Improvisation
You will explore:
- Reflective and spiritual aspects
- Meditative playing
- Playing with other instruments
- Ways to share and develop your knowledge
Teacher and organiser
Petr Jasinčuk — lead teacher
Petr Jasinčuk is the founder of the Czech Jaw Harp Community and the main organiser of jaw harp learning events in Czechia.
Areas of expertise:
- 🎓 Jaw harp teaching
- 🧘 Meditation with jaw harp and drum
- 🏠 Sweat lodge facilitation
- 👶 Programmes for children and schools
Contact: Slaný and Tábor, Czechia
How to book
Pricing and terms
💰 Pricing information
Workshop prices depend on the format, duration and number of participants. Contact me for available dates and a tailored quote.
Group rates: Reduced rates are available for groups of five or more.
What to bring
🎒 Recommended items
Bring these if you have them:
- Your own jaw harp
- A notebook
- Comfortable clothing
I can provide:
- Loan instruments
- Learning materials
- Refreshments at longer events