BRING

MUSIC

WITH

Interactive musical entertainment for conferences, team-builds and corporate events — Steve Barnett turns audiences of 30 to 30,000 into a live orchestra without saying a word.

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IMAGINE A WHOLE AUDIENCE OF NON-MUSICIANS BECOMING AN ORCHESTRA, NATURALLY AND EFFORTLESSLY

The conductor doesn't say a thing, yet speaks volumes about leadership, communication, cooperation and synergy.

Using only simple percussion instruments, energy and physical humour—and without uttering a word—the Silent Conductor turns untrained, unrehearsed audiences into one orchestra making music in amazing harmony, whether that's 30 people in a conference room, 3 000 in an auditorium or 30 000 in a stadium. It's the feat that's made him the world's premier motivational Non-Speaker, delivering unity, creativity, collaboration and joy every time.

It's an interactive musical experience that transcends every barrier of language and culture, reconnecting us to what we share, and proving that by working in concert we can achieve together what we could never imagine alone.

Don't just get a Speaker for your next conference keynote, launch event or team-building session. Get an interactive experience more powerful than words.

HOW IT WORKS

Everyone
Gets an
Instrument

Every audience member receives a simple percussion instrument as they take their seats — no musical experience needed.

Steve Conducts,
Without
a Word

Using only gesture, energy and physical comedy, Steve directs the whole room — no speaking required.

The Room Becomes an Orchestra

Untrained, unrehearsed people fall into rhythm together, creating music that sounds — and feels — impossible.

Everyone Leaves Talking About It

Shared laughter, a jolt of unity, and a leadership metaphor that sticks long after the applause.

WHY IT MATTERS

Communication Without Barriers

A message delivered without words lands the same way in any language, culture or level of seniority in the room.

Motivation That Actually Sticks

People engage instead of just listening, so the energy in the room outlasts the session itself.

Leadership You Can Really Feel

Leadership principles play out live, in the room, instead of being talked about from a slide.

Learning That's Lived, Not Just Heard

People remember what they do far more than what they're told — the lesson is built into the memory itself.

A Metaphor Everyone Understands

The orchestra becomes a live, physical picture of how teams and organisations actually work together.

Collaboration, Proven in Real Time

The audience doesn't hear about collaboration — they experience creating something together, instantly.

WHO HE IS

Steve Barnett was born and raised in South Africa, where he was infused with the country’s unique rhythms. He believes that the pulse and energy of his homeland are vital values to share with the world.

Steve has been a ‘Non-Speaker’ on the Professional Speakers circuit for the past 22 years, sharing his unique, non-verbal method of learning and leadership through musical metaphor in over 50 countries, performing at venues from the Royal Albert Hall to the MGM Grand.

He was an Artistic Director of the Opening Ceremony of the Cricket World Cup In Cape Town, coordinating the full participation of an audience of over 40,000. He has shared the podium with luminaries such as Bill Clinton, Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu (who described him as having "an exceptional gift").

Steve is equally comfortable ‘not speaking’ at venues from bush lodges to boardrooms, with audiences from cabinet makers to cabinet ministers.

A SELECTION OF PAST CLIENTS

TESTIMONIALS

"He has an exceptional gift"

Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Nobel Prize Laureate

"That was totally sensational. It was more than spirit-building… it was a spiritual experience. I can recommend you unreservedly to anyone. Thank you for transforming our staff in a day"

Michelle Blummenau
Fedsure Health Marketing

"One can talk about ‘unity’, one can intellectualize about it, but all of this conjecture appears as nothing when you experience the real thing. It's transcendent, it sets you free, it reveals our true potential."

Louis Gavin
DDB South Africa

"Thank you for an overwhelming experience… we’re still being congratulated, thanked & complimented by our colleagues"

Nazli Roskin
HR Manager, Nokia SA

"There are certain things that cannot be described; they just have to be experienced. One such event was sitting in a West End London theatre last week beating out intricate percussion tunes in perfect harmony with 500 other members of the audience. Without saying a word Barnett led his audience-turned-orchestra merely by a dash of his hand and an expressive face… Quite spectacular!"

Elizma Nolte
South Africa Times U.K.

GALLERY

MEDIA

TEDx Johannesburg, 2012

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does a session typically last?

Usually around 45 minutes, though the format is flexible and can be adapted to fit your program.

How many people can take part?

Typically anywhere from 15 to 4,000 people. For anything larger, just get in touch to discuss.

What kind of events is this suitable for?

A keynote address, a conference opening or closing, team-building, award ceremonies — and more.

Do we need to organise any equipment or instruments?

A few essentials on your end: PA sound for the backing audio, AV/visual support for any slides, a vocal microphone on a stand, and a swivel sheet-music stand.

Does Steve travel internationally for events?

Yes — Steve travels internationally for events.

BOOKINGS

Whether you're ready to book or just want to ask a question, here's how to reach him:

You can book the Silent Conductor online here:

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For general enquiries and booking via phone:

+2782 334 3291 steve@nonspeaker.com

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