Vocal Explorations explores the nature of experiences and possible effects created by a range of non-language-based practices used in social group work. The practices of toning, chanting, harmonic overtone singing and meditation (resonant practices) use either silence or bodily resonance generated through vocal sound. This Master of Social Work thesis argues that resonant practices could augment the current social group work repertoire of skills by responding to problems of language through silent stillness and multi-sensory awareness. The value of this research lies in its...