Many cultures have used music in altered states of consciousness for healing, and research into the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (BMGIM) has shown that this music psychotherapy modality can assist with issues such as grief and loss, trauma, addictions and chronic health issues, as well as enhancing wellbeing and supporting spiritual practice.
There has also been research into the benefits of integrating mindfulness with music therapy, and many spiritual traditions use music together with meditation and prayer for spiritual development.
The workshop will provide an overview of the use of music in altered states of consciousness, and offer an introduction to BMGIM. Participants will be guided through a music and imagery experience as well as mindful movement (Qigong) and several music meditations. There will be opportunities for questions and discussion, and resources and practical tips will also be provided. There will be a morning and afternoon tea break and a 45 minute lunch break.
Saturday November 5th, 2022 / 9am - 4:30pm AEST
@ The Buddhist Library 90-92 Church St. Camperdown 2050 NSW
AABCAP Members $70 / Non-Members $100 / Student / Concession $50
Presenter Biography:
Anja Tanhane MMus (Therapy), RMT, RGIMT, is a registered music therapist with a Masters 
of Music Therapy, as well as post-graduate training in Guided Imagery and Music, family therapy, and the Professional Training in Buddhism and Psychotherapy (AABCAP). Her Masters thesis researched the use of mindfulness in music therapy, and she is also a qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction teacher, senior Zen student, Tai Chi instructor, and an Associate Trainer in the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. A meditation and Tai Chi practitioner for over thirty years, she regularly teaches mindfulness courses, workshops, and nature mindfulness retreats. She has provided workplace training in mindfulness to a wide range of community health organisations, hospitals and the corporate sector, and regularly works with carer groups to support their self-care. Anja uses a strength-based approach in her work, supporting people to draw on their inner resources and strengths for growth and healing. She has given workshops in mindfulness and music therapy both nationally and internationally, and has presented her work at many conferences and seminars as well as lecturing at the University of Melbourne. More information and her popular monthly mindfulness reflections can be found at www.mindfulnessmeditation.net.au.
