Through Brave Voice, Kansas Poet Laureate Emerita Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg and acclaimed Rhythm and Blues Singer-Songwriter Kelley Hunt offer collaborative writing and singing workshops, retreats, consultations, and performances. Brave Voice embraces finding, developing and sharing our voices—on the page or out loud—to bring greater vision and resilience to our lives, workplaces, and communities. We know how opening our voice through writing, singing and songwriting enhances our lives, work, and world.
We are excited to announce a special new retreat: the Brave Voice Winter Retreat, a replenishing workshop and cozy meal at a home in the country. Come join us 1-5 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1 (Dec. 8: inclement weather date) to write, sing, relax, and get to know a marvelous group of humans as well as what you have to say to yourself and the world on the page and aloud. Our retreat is full — to join our waiting list, please email Caryn. More info. and registration here.
20th annual Brave Voice: We are thrilled to meet in person with you at White Memorial Camp in Council Grove, Kansas on May 11-16, 2025. Join us for a lovely retreat in the lush, vibrant, and spirited Flint Hills of Kansas. More information here (early bird rate ends 11/30/24). Register here.
What some of our recent participants had to say:
“Brave Voice is one of the most loving things you can ever do for yourself — give yourself this!” ~ Greg Smith, Kansas City, MO
“I came. I wrote. I sang. I ate well. I smiled and laughed a lot. I left full of new ideas and fresh material, and nothing can compare with the comradery I felt with our diverse participants as well as my appreciation for the talent that emerged in such a safe and comfortable environment.” ~ Morgan L. Meadows, Sebastopol, CA.
Please consider donations to support scholarships for Brave Voice. You may donate funds to underwrite a specific person’s scholarship, in honor or in memory of someone dear to you, or for a special occasion. Please contact us for more information. Thank you for your shining consideration!