Clara Clay

Location

Carmarthenshire, West Wales

Specialisms

Deepening relationship with Life's entangled, wondrous webs in troubled times of living...

Additional information

Sharing expression through music is something I find uniquely connecting and fulfilling, and what I love about harmony singing is that anyone can join in. We’re each born with a unique voice and it thrills me to witness moments when old “I can’t sing” beliefs begin to unravel and a voice is freshly released. Why does this seem so important? In my experience, gathering our voices as a group is one way of conjuring a joy and meaning which reaches beyond the immediacy of consumption.

My teaching is clear, simple and accessible. I teach by ear so no musical training is needed. Regardless of musical experience, every voice matters in making a shared experience without judgement, competition or criticism.

I carefully select and research songs, bringing a body of context and connection to make sure what we sing maintains connection to roots.

Testimonials:

“Ironically given the exquisite way that Clara articulates and brings to life her vision, I’m compoletely lost for words by the experience… Coming here feels like coming home, when the trappings of every day life are released…transformative and unforgettable.” Olly

“From someone who knew I couldn’t sing I’m now singing out loudly… Clara brings that powerful connection with the land, rain, trees – the whole within which we live – that most of us hardly notice any more. This is part of the change in consciousness that humanity must have to navigate our changing world.” Judy

“This singing is the forming of community, deep listening…It’s a rare and precious experience.” Fay

“Clara teaches in the most beautiful way, slowly breaking the song down until it finds its way into your voice and your heart.” Sarah

“Much thanks and love for a life-affirming celebration as we go into Autumn.” Viv

“I found my voice amongst the beauty of others. Such an inexplicably special journey through the sharing of coming together. Clara held the space so beautifully.” Pi

“Inspiring, moving and wonderful. Being my first experience of a whole weekend of singing and connection I was a little nervous but Clara and the whole group were so welcoming and easy to be with, I  would recommend it to anyone who feels a need to connect, reflect, be energised, have fun and come away with a feeling of being part of something very, very special.” Rhiannon

“From someone who knew I couldn’t sing I’m not singing loudly and confidently!” Fay

“Clara as well brings that powerful connection with the land, rain, trees, sun – the whole being within which we live – that most of us hardly notice any more in our lives of busy doing.” Judy

 

My choirs

Still We Sing / Dal Mewn Cân – Carmarthen
Description

A community singing group for these times.

Welcoming anyone – of any singing ability – in honouring all of what it is to live this moment in time.

Through song, harmony and discussion we traverse grief, beauty and quiet joys of being alive. Recognising our place in the web of life alongside shared vulnerability, cultivating resilience with community.

Songs are carefully chosen and shared with consideration, grounded in the cultural soils from which they grew, holding memory, meaning, and belonging.

We sing to remember.
We sing to feel.
We sing to keep going…together.

Sessions run during term time. Before coming for the first time please get in touch to check weather or health haven’t interrupted plans!

It’s a great support for me to be paid at the beginning of each month, and it’s also possible to attend on a drop in basis. I’d prefer not to financially incentivise sign up and attendence so for now I ask people to choose thier amount between £7.50 and £10. That said, please don’t let finances be a reason not to join. I offer access of attendance to all.

Session times

Thursday evenings during term time, 6:30 - 8:30pm.

Still We Sing / Dal Mewn Cân – Llandovery
Description

A community singing group for these times.

Welcoming anyone – of any singing ability – in honouring all of what it is to live this moment in time.

Through song, harmony and discussion we traverse grief, beauty and quiet joys of being alive. Recognising our place in the web of life alongside shared vulnerability, cultivating resilience with community.

Songs are carefully chosen and shared with consideration, grounded in the cultural soils from which they grew, holding memory, meaning, and belonging.

We sing to remember.
We sing to feel.
We sing to keep going…together.

Sessions run during term time. Before coming for the first time please get in touch to check weather or health haven’t interrupted plans!

It’s a great support for me to be paid at the beginning of each month, and it’s also possible to attend on a drop in basis. I’d prefer not to financially incentivise sign up and attendence so for now I ask people to choose thier amount between £7.50 and £10. That said, please don’t let finances be a reason not to join. I offer access of attendance to all.

Session times

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm through term times

My events

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