Anitra Birnbaum
Creating community and promoting peace and healing through sound
Azure
Program
Anitra is the Founding Executive Director of Azure Pittsburgh, a nonprofit program of Autism-Pittsburgh. Azure fosters community through free and accessible musical experiences for all ages, abilities and behaviors. We offer interactive concerts, engaging school programs, and soothing sound baths, designed for inclusivity, connection and joy. Celebrate neurodiversity and discover the transformative power of music with us.
Cancer Bridges
Sound Baths
Anitra provides free sound baths for anyone impacted by cancer. Whether you're a patient, survivor, caregiver, or grieving a loss, you are warmly welcomed to join us. These relaxing and rejuvenating sessions are held at Cancer Bridges in Pittsburgh, providing a nurturing space for healing and connection. Discover the many health benefits of sound therapy in a supportive and understanding environment.
Havdalah
Healing
Anitra founded Havdalah Healing, a sound bath series that integrates Jewish ritual and songs, to enhance Jewish spiritual practices and foster community, understanding, and peace. Synagogues, other organizations and individuals host these sound baths at their venues. Free Havdalah Healing sound baths are also offered in partnership with the Tiferet Project, a Pittsburgh nonprofit led by Cantor Julie Newman.
MegaTeam
Events
Anitra is a member of the MegaTeam, a group of sound practitioners and professional musicians created and led by violinist, sound practitioner and music professor Monique Mead. "Mega Surround" sound baths are held at different venues in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Surround yourself with the healing vibrations of dozens of singing bowls intertwined with traditional melodies at the next MegaTeam event.
Custom Sound Baths
Are you interested in hosting a public or private sound bath? Anitra collaborates with organizations and individuals to design sound bath events tailored to any occasion. To explore your vision and budget for a customized sound bath at your venue, please contact Anitra through the Contact Me form below.
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About Me
Anitra Birnbaum, MD, PhD, practiced medicine as an Internist in Baltimore before becoming a stay-at-home mom of three. After moving to Pittsburgh, Anitra co-founded Azure Pittsburgh in 2021 and continues to serve as its Executive Director. In 2024, she completed Monique Mead’s sound practitioner certification in Pittsburgh, and subsequently founded Havdalah Healing.