Join Us in Albuquerque
Darci Balkcom & Molly Kittle invite you to gather for Harmonia Alexander Collective’s 2026 Summer Intensive and Post-Graduate Workshop — a four-day immersion devoted to voice, hands-on refinement, and joyful artistic practice.
This year’s intensive places special focus on working with voice pathologies and injuries, offering in-depth study and specialized tools for certified Alexander Technique teachers and trainees working toward certification.
What We’ll Explore
Professional Development & Teacher Skill-Building
This intensive supports teachers and trainees at every stage of development.
Participants will receive:
General Alexander Technique teacher skill-building tailored to your level of experience
Continued refinement of hands-on skills
Learning environment inspired by community
Our intention is not only to expand your technical capacity, but to deepen your discernment and confidence as a teacher.
Working with Voice Pathologies & Injury
A central focus of this year’s intensive is learning how to work skillfully and responsibly with students experiencing vocal strain, injury, or pathology.
Together we will explore:
Foundations of common vocal pathologies
Integrating voice work with core Alexander Technique principles at a high level of specificity
Applying hands-on skills to support vocal rehabilitation
A specialized form blending vocal lesson strategies with Alexander-based table work
Ways to recognize when the voice may be compromised and how to respond appropriately
This material bridges embodied practice and skills with supporting teachers who wish to expand their competence in working with complex vocal cases.
Embodied Artistic Practice
Body–breath–sound integration tools to care for the voice/body/mind relationship
Joyful improvisational group singing
A fun, supportive recital where participants can perform solos or ensemble pieces together
Special Guest Lecture
We are honored to welcome voice scientist Paula Swalin, who will present on:
The science of vocal pathologies
Indicators of vocal strain and injury
Research-informed rehabilitation strategies
Her work provides a scientific framework to complement our embodied and pedagogical exploration.
Who This Intensive Is For
Certified Alexander Technique teachers
Alexander Technique trainees working toward certification
Guest teachers/practitioners wanting to deepen skill/experience
When & Where
June 12–15, 2026 (Friday - Monday)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
(Specific location TBA)
Investment
Early Registration Tuition ($250 deposits due by April 1st): $1000 total for all 4 days
Regular Tuition ($250 deposits due by May 12th): $1200 total for all 4 days
Minimum participation: 3 days
Our Commitment
As always, this intensive will be guided by Harmonia’s commitment to cultivating brave space — where rigor and joy coexist, and where your nourishment, growth, and artistry are supported with clarity and care.
Come refine your hands.
Inspire your heart.
Gather and practice in community.
Note: Please register by clicking button above and emailing Molly to get on the attendance list for the event.
Registration invoices of $250 will be sent out in April (early registration) and May from Molly. The remainder of the tuition will be billed by Darci in early June.