Service Description

Play Didgeridoo for Sleep Apnea Relief Are you looking for a natural, alternative approach to managing obstructive sleep apnea—or simply curious to learn one of the world’s most powerful ancient instruments? A landmark study published by the British Medical Journal (2006) found that regular didgeridoo practice can significantly reduce, and in many cases eliminate, symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea by strengthening upper airway muscles and improving breath control. Join global Didgeridoo Maverick and Pitz Quattrone, for a 3-week immersive didgeridoo course hosted at the beautiful BrandArtYoga (BAY) studio in downtown Frederick. This class is open to: - Those seeking sleep apnea relief - Musicians and non-musicians alike - Anyone curious about breath, vibration, and sound healing Over three consecutive Thursdays, students will be guided through Pitz’s fun, step-by-step teaching method, refined over 30+ years. Instruction begins with the basic drone and progresses toward circular breathing, rhythm, tone control, and vibration awareness. What You’ll Learn: - Foundational didgeridoo techniques - Breath control & airway strengthening - Circular breathing (step-by-step) - The health science behind didgeridoo & sleep apnea - Musical expression, rhythm, and vibration Class Details: 📅 Thursdays: January 15, 22 & 29, 2026 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM 📍 Location: BrandArtYoga, 227 N Market St, Frederick MD 21703 💰 Pricing: Full 3-week series: $95 Single class drop-in: $40 Registration required (limited class size): Instruments: - Students may bring their own didgeridoo - Pitz will have handcrafted, easy-to-play starter didgeridoos available on-site (Special class pricing starts at $95) About the Instructor – Pitz Quattrone After the didgeridoo quite literally saved his life in the early 1990s, Pitz Quattrone dedicated himself to sharing this ancient instrument worldwide. From the Arctic Circle to the Equator, he has taught thousands, performed across diverse musical traditions, and educated communities on the didgeridoo’s health, musical, and cultural impact. His work is associated with the British Medical Journal sleep apnea study (2006), and his teaching style is patient, joyful, accessible, and highly effective.