As part of the CUSP series, I am very excited to present the world premier of Mud Meditation.

 In 2021 I moved back to the United States from France where I had been living for 9 years. Shortly after my relocation, I began to take a ceramics class, in a venture to create clay based musical instruments.  To my surprise, this class became more than simply a means to an end, it was in many ways a mental refuge from the sense of great uncertainty I was feeling during this drastic life change. Time seems to stop completely in the ceramic studio.  Hours go by in the blink of an eye where you are completely engrossed in your work.  Clay has an incredible calming quality in its various stages- the malleable tactile nature of soft clay, flowing water as you wash bisque, gently brushing on glaze....  As an impatient person by nature, it has also been a teacher of patience, waiting for the clay to dry properly before moving onto the next stage, waiting for it to unveil itself out of the kiln... In an intersection between theatre and music, Mud Meditation features the first ceramic instruments I have made in this great experiment, but perhaps more importantly, is an ode to this weekly ritual of ceramic class.

Follow the blog on how these instruments were made.

$15 recommended donation
No one will be turned away for a lack of funds

More information: Concert Series — Cleveland Uncommon Sound Project (uncommonsoundcle.com)

A sound nap is a musical experience where the audience is invited to lie down and relax completely, entering into a tranquil state and exploring a sonic landscape of total beauty. The gentle calming music transports the listener to the corners of their imagination, causing the sense of time to completely fade away.

More information coming soon.

Katalin will be performing chamber works as part of the She Scores Festival, featuring female, regional, living composers.

Free Admission

For more information:
PERFORMANCES | l4mf (local4musicfund.org)

In this hour long sound nap, Katalin La Favre takes the listener on a journey through the seasons. Bees buzz and butterflies flutter through the warm sounds of the balafon. The sweet coppery tones of the hammered dulcimer sweep autumn leaves through the imagination. Crystalline glockenspiel notes shine the winter sun on glittering snow, which melts as the harp brings the listener into the blooming liveliness of spring.

Ticket information coming soon.

Marimba Cabaret is an evening of songs and stories featuring show tunes and pop covers re-imagined for marimba, vibraphone and voice. Brian Calhoon will sing and play marimba joined by Evan Mitchell (drums) and Katalin La Favre (vibraphone). Winner of the 2017 Critic’s Choice Award at PortFringe Theater Festival, Marimba Cabaret invites you to undo the taboo in this award-winning musical coming out story.

Katalin will also be accompanying singer Molly Andrews-Hinders in the opening act!

FREE ADMISSION!

Maelstrom Collaborative Arts

Exploring excerpts from J.S. Bach's iconic work, the Goldberg Variations, percussionists Katalin La Favre and Brian Calhoon infuse this timeless music with intriguing timbres of metallic percussion instruments. Beginning the work as a vibraphone duet, the arrangements become increasingly experimental, exploring the unique sounds of tongue drums, tuned glass bottles, and handbells. As the audience wonders what will happen next, these arrangements give a unique spin on this classic.

FREE ADMISSION!

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For more information: 2023-2024 Music in a Sacred Space Concert Series - Church of the Resurrection (churchofresurrection.org)

Enjoy an afternoon of free music performed by Fairmount’s talented music faculty members. Free event- advance registration requested.

Katalin will be performing 2 pieces on the Marimba.

Spring Music Faculty Recital - Fairmount Center for the Arts

A sound nap is a musical experience where the audience is invited to lie down and relax completely, entering into a tranquil state and exploring a sonic landscape of total beauty. The gentle calming music transports the listener to the corners of their imagination, causing the sense of time to completely fade away.

In the Aqua Dreams sound nap session which explores the calming theme of water, the music washes over and immerses the listener into an aquatic world. Through gentle gliding of the glockenspiel we hear a babbling brook, voice harmonies swim through a river bringing the listener to the deepest depths of the ocean through the resonant sounds of the vibraphone.

Join us for this special holiday event with Katalin LaFavre! Based on beautiful Christmas Carols, this Sound Nap offers a moment of peace for a busy holiday season, and will be followed by a festive play shop to create your own unique sounds and sing carols.

EVENT CALENDAR | Merging Hearts Spiri

Discover rhythms, beats and sounds made with musical instruments such as tambourines, drums, shakers, and rhythm sticks.  For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Let's Make Noise - LibCal - Geauga County Public Library

Based on beautiful Christmas Carols such as Oh Christmas Tree, Greensleeves, and Silent Night, this 45-minute sound nap is meant to give a moment of peace during the hectic holiday season.

Christmas Dreams ~ Sound Nap Experience - Center for Sound Therapy

A sound nap is a musical experience where emphasis is placed on the comfort and well-being of each audience member. The listener is invited to lie down in a relaxing environment in order to unwind and quiet the mind. This intimate setting allows the listener to completely immerse themselves into the music and transport them to the corners of their imagination.

In this 40-minute sound nap called Color Moods, the music paints the ears of the listeners with the purple notes of the Celtic harp, blue strokes of the vibraphone, and orange beats of drums.

Ticket info: Fall Color Moods Sound Nap Experience - Center for Sound Therapy

In this hour long sound nap, Katalin La Favre takes the listener on a journey through the seasons. Bees buzz and butterflies flutter through the warm sounds of the balafon. The sweet coppery tones of the hammered dulcimer sweep autumn leaves through the imagination. Crystalline glockenspiel notes shine the winter sun on glittering snow, which melts as the harp brings the listener into the blooming liveliness of spring.

Register here: Sound Nap with Katalin La Favre 10/15 | Merging Hearts Spiritual Center

Created by singer Naomi Columna and percussionist Katalin La Favre, Mud Window Mud Mirror is a unique brew of pop, folk, early and contemporary music.  Columna’s nuanced voice mixes with La Favre’s maverick touch on unusual instruments such as the hammered dulcimer and celtic harp in this musical odyssey, wandering through soft drum beats, lyrical melodies, and folktales; a gentle yet invigorating start to your Ingenuity Fest experience!

Home - Ingenuity Cleveland

In this hour long sound nap, Katalin La Favre takes the listener on a journey through the seasons. Bees buzz and butterflies flutter through the warm sounds of the balafon. The sweet coppery tones of the hammered dulcimer sweep autumn leaves through the imagination. Crystalline glockenspiel notes shine the winter sun on glittering snow, which melts as the harp brings the listener into the blooming liveliness of spring.

Ticket information coming soon.

Learn more about Persephone’s Garden.
Register here: Pittsburgh Botanic Garden (blackbaudhosting.com)

Katalin will be performing Juri Seo’s Sonata for Marimba and Vibraphone with Luke Rinderknecht at the Bowdoin International Music Festival.

Concert will be livestreamed! Go to this page for information: Seo, Korngold, & Fauré - Bowdoin Music Festival (bowdoinfestival.org)

A Summer Solstice Celebration!

It’s here! The longest day of the year!

Time to check in, clear out the old and bring in the new!

Paula will give a group Reiki healing and music from our beloved Katy LaFavre will transport you!

You will completely relax as Katy plays her renowned and wonderful healing instruments for a transforming Seasons Sound Nap!

Proceeds from this event will be donated Malachi House, Malachihouse.org

$25

Your paid reservation will confirm your spot.

Don’t miss out on the awesome event!

Workshops | Blue Sky Yoga (blueskyyogaohio.com)

A special celebration combining Reiki with the Aqua Dreams sound nap! Think of spring showers and washing away the winter woes. Katy’s Aqua Dreams will cleanse, relax, and float you into the spring season of hopes and desires, while Paula’s Reiki healing will fill you with positive energy to move you forward.

Visit: Workshops | Blue Sky Yoga (blueskyyogaohio.com)
Learn more about the Aqua Dreams Sound Nap

Exploring excerpts from J.S. Bach's iconic work, the Goldberg Variations, percussionists Katalin La Favre and Brian Calhoon infuse this timeless music with intriguing timbres of metallic percussion instruments. Beginning the work as a vibraphone duet, the arrangements become increasingly experimental, exploring the unique sounds of tongue drums, tuned glass bottles, and handbells. As the audience wonders what will happen next, these arrangements give a unique spin on this classic.

Admission $20 for adults at the door (cash or check only).

Early Music at the Barn | Grayslake IL | Facebook

Exploring excerpts from J.S. Bach's iconic work, the Goldberg Variations, percussionists Katalin La Favre and Brian Calhoon infuse this timeless music with intriguing timbres of metallic percussion instruments. Beginning the work as a vibraphone duet, the arrangements become increasingly experimental, exploring the unique sounds of tongue drums, tuned glass bottles, and handbells. As the audience wonders what will happen next, these arrangements give a unique spin on this classic.

Further information here: St. Noel Concert Series | St. Noel Church (stnoel.org)

Freewill donation.

A special event melding classical music and wellness, Bach to Sleep will begin with an excerpt from the project Aria, unusual arrangements of the Goldberg Variations for percussion. During the second half, percussionists Brian Calhoon and Katalin La Favre will perform the Bach to Sleep sound nap, a sound nap exploring the beautiful music of J.S. Bach with the soothing sounds of a lullaby.

To reserve your spot, visit: Bach to Sleep ~ Sound Nap Experience - Center for Sound Therapy