Hãpaya Baptism - Huni Kuin Voice Tradition

🌱 HÃPAYA BAPTISM 🌱 A rare opportunity to receive the traditional Hãpaya baptism of the Huni Kuin people, guided by Biruany and Maxi Huni Kuin. Hãpaya is a sacred pepper baptism traditionally connected with strengthening the voice, memory, communication and the ability to learn and carry songs. Within Huni Kuin tradition, it is especially connected to the Txana, a bird of the Amazon Rainforest known for its remarkable ability to imitate the songs of other birds. For the Huni Kuin, the Txana carries a deep relationship with voice and song. Its spirit is associated with remembering chants, strengthening the voice and developing clearer expression and communication. The Hãpaya baptism is traditionally used by those learning sacred songs and prayers, helping deepen the relationship between voice, memory and ancestral knowledge. 🌱 THE BAPTISM 🌱 During the gathering, Biruany and Maxi will share teachings around Hãpaya, the Txana and the role of song within Huni Kuin culture. The experience includes: • Hãpaya baptism • Traditional Huni Kuin songs and prayers • Teachings about the Txana • Voice and singing practices • Learning and repeating traditional chants • Wisdom sharing and cultural teachings • Space for listening, integration and connection The gathering will unfold organically according to the tradition and guidance of Biruany and Maxi. 🌱 WHO IS IT FOR? 🌱 This gathering may especially speak to those who feel a connection with: • Singing and the voice • Learning Huni Kuin chants • Music and prayer • Communication and authentic expression • Ancestral traditions and Indigenous wisdom • Deepening their relationship with sound and listening You do not need to be a singer or have any previous experience with Huni Kuin traditions to participate. 🌱 BIRUANY & MAXI 🌱 Biruany Huni Kuin is a spiritual leader from Novo Futuro Village and leader of Ainbu Siriani Keneya, a collective dedicated to strengthening the voice, wisdom and spiritual leadership of Huni Kuin women. Maxi Huni Kuin, Biruany’s younger sister, carries both Huni Kuin and Yawanawa lineage. She is a gifted txaná, singer and musician who carries the ancestral chants of her people through voice and guitar. They will be accompanied by Brazilian guardian and translator Luiza Jardim, who has worked closely with the Huni Kuin and other Indigenous peoples of the Amazon for more than six years. 🌱 PRIVATE HEALING SESSIONS 🌱 During their time in Iceland, Biruany and Maxi will also offer a limited number of private healing sessions in the Reykjavík area. Sessions are €130 and are booked separately. For more information and bookings, contact Luiza on WhatsApp: +55 31 99818 1999 🌱 SUPPORTING THE HUNI KUIN 🌱 By joining this gathering, you are helping support Biruany, Maxi and their village. Please arrive with openness and respect for the living tradition being shared. 🙏