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The upturned Flat Bell, of the pre Buddhist Tradition of Tibet
The Bonpo Shang is one of the world's oldest shamanic Sound Tools, and quite possibly the oldest metal sound
tool, predating the gong. It's history dates back to the ancient kingdom of ZhangZhung, and is mentioned in writings attributed
to the founder of Bon, Tonpa Shenrab. The instrument existed at the time of Lord Shenrab ( 18,000BC according to some historians
), and may be considerably older according to sources in the Bon community. The instrument is found in other shamanic traditions
in the Himalayas, Tibet, Bhutan, China, Tuva, Mongolia, and as far north as the Buriyat Republic.
Yeshe Walmo, Protector of Bon Practitioners
This workshop will provide the student with a working knowledge of this ancient instrument. All instruments will
be provided, and pieces will be offered for sale. An examination of the history and culture will be provided, and students
will practice exercises in order to become competent with this instrument. Mitch considers this workshop,
'Intermediate Level'. This workshop is important for shamanic practitioners, and Sound and Vibrational
healers. Pre-registration is required.
Student practicing with the Shang
This workshop will be presented by Mitch Nur,PhD who reintroduced this ancient sound tool over 12 years ago in
the USA. He is one of the only Teachers of this instrument in the world today that has the blessings of the Bon Community.
He is a accomplished Bon Practitioner, his Root Lama is Bonpo, and he has participated in numerous Teachings and Trainings
with Bon scholars.
* NOTE from Mitch Nur: " At present there are other organizations
that have recently brought this instrument into their curriculums. None of these so called 'teachers' has studied with
a Bon Lama, nor do they know any historical facts regarding this instrument. Why not take training with someone that is doing
more than just 'winging it'." Look at the images of the Shangs on this webpage, do these look anything like the Shangs
you see in the import stores, and being used by other organizations that are teaching with this instrument? It's time to set
the record straight, and sweep the amatuers and fakers to the curb."
> June 21, 2008 <
1pm to 5pm
$75
Circles of Wisdom
90 Main St., Andover, MA
978-484-8010
You can Register online @ the Circles of Wisdom
website
Click Here for the Circles of Wisdom Website
Click Here to Email Mitch Nur,PhD
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