Hollyhock Presenters

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Our presenters are curated for their quality, depth, integrity, and alignment with our educational purpose. Since 1982, a distinguished faculty of authors, educators, activists, artists, performers, and practitioners have shared their work at our Cortes Island campus and in Vancouver.

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Michael & Ayi Wong Mayzel

With the blend of their unique backgrounds, Michael and Ayi bring a special alchemy to the creation of sound, sharing Sound Journeys and teaching in Europe and North American, as well as Shanti Sounds Costa Rica.  Their work has supported thousands of individuals, as well as professionals, larger groups and institutions, including training the music therapy department of one of the largest residential school of special needs in the United States. Their first hand knowledge in the creation of the instruments they teach allow Michael and Ayi an intimate understanding of their uniqueness and potential.

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