Gourd Beats & Vocal Joy WORKSHOP IMMERSION

Jan 17, 2026 | 3:30–6:30pm

Near Byron Bay / Lennox Head (venue TBA)

Rhythm • Voice • Community

With Splash Gourdon & Shelly Brown

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What is it?

Dive into a three-hour, joy-soaked musical adventure with
Splash Gourdon (Elliott Orr) on hypnotic calabash gourd water rhythms
and Shelly Brown guiding you through liberating vocals and soulful singing.

THEN, We shall Combine the gourd rhythms and the singing workshop,

We will be playing rhythms and singing in and out of the water.

LOCATION: TO BE CONFIRMED. As this is an extremely weather dependent event - This workshop afternoon location will be confirmed 48 hours in advance.

* Near Byron Bay / Lennox Head.

YOU WILL NEED:

Your swimming gear + sun protection.

WE WILL PROVIDE:

A calabash *** NUMBERS ARE LIMITED *** This Will Sell Out!

Nibbles + Drinks

The most amazing amount of fun.

Gourd Beats & Vocal Joy JANUARY 17 2026
An afternoon of rhythm, voice, and community

Join us for a nourishing three-hour workshop where rhythm meets voice, and strangers become a circle.

Gourd Beats & Vocal Joy is a playful and grounding exploration of African-inspired rhythm, gourd percussion, and uplifting vocal harmony. Guided by experienced facilitators Splash Gourdon and Shelly Brown, this workshop invites you to move, listen, laugh, and connect.

Through layered rhythms, call-and-response, and joyful vocal expression, we’ll explore the simple magic of making music together. This workshop is for those who carry a curiosity and passion for exploring rhythm and voice, and who are open to shared musical experience in a supportive, down-to-earth space.

Facilitators
Splash Gourdon (Elliott Orr) brings decades of experience facilitating and performing djembe and African rhythm, with a grounded, heart-led approach to community music-making.
Shelly Brown is a seasoned performer, choir leader, and facilitator in world music, dance, and harmony, known for creating spaces where voices feel free and supported.

Details
🗓 January 17
⏰ 3:30pm – 6:30pm
📍 Location: To be disclosed, near Lennox Head / Byron Bay

Come as you are. Bring your curiosity. Leave rhythm-filled, connected, and uplifted.

Investment: $115

Early Bird: $95

Pay before midnight on January 4th

The fine print!:

Event Disclaimer & Media Consent

By attending this event, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your participation in activities conducted in or around water. You understand that water-based activities may present inherent risks, particularly if you are not a confident swimmer. Attendance is at your own risk.

You further acknowledge that this event takes place outdoors and may involve exposure to sun and weather conditions. You are responsible for taking appropriate sun safety precautions, including sunscreen, protective clothing, and hydration.

By attending, you grant the event organisers permission to photograph and record video footage of you during the event, and to use such material for promotional, marketing, and archival purposes across digital and print platforms. We promise to only use images that make you look your absolute best.

Contact the host of Gourd Beats & Vocal Joy - Workshop Immersion