Joanna Spence

Joanna is a Mitra training for ordination, Natural Voice singing leader, voice teacher and musician, and brings her love for ritual and mantra to the retreat. Based in Sheffield, she’s been with Buddhafield since 2017 and coordinates the Dharma Parlour at Buddhafield Festival. Joanna is fascinated by sound and silence, and the magic that can happen if we can listen with our whole bodies.

Upcoming Programs by Joanna Spence

Waves of Stillness 2026 – Online Retreat

Also with Dayajoti, Kamalanandi, Jayasuri and Muditajina

November 6 - 8, 2026

Led by: Dayajoti, Kamalanandi, Jayasuri, Muditajina and Joanna Location: Online Experience level: Everyone Age group: Adults. Total suggested cost: Ticket options for this event are £35 (supported), £65 (standard) and £100 (donation tier - supporting others to participate). The Theme: Waves of Stillness As we move out of the winter and into the lighter part […]

Songs from Silence 2027

Also with Dayajoti, Alokasara, Joe Hill and Amalasiddhi

August 18 - 22, 2027

Led by: Jo Spence, Joe Hill, Dayajoti, Alokasara and Amalasiddhi (yoga) Location: Frogmill, Dartmoor, Devon Deposit amount: £60 Experience level: All levels Age group: Adults Total suggested cost (excluding deposit): standard: £200, supported:£120, donation tier (helping others to come on retreat):£360 Vehicle Pass: Car: £15, Live-in- 6m and under: £30, Live-in- over 6m: £30 See […]