Tibetan Music Fieldwork Presentation with Andrea Clearfield

Dr. Andrea Clearfield, award winning composer who has held several fellowships at the Wurlitzer Foundation will show original footage from her Tibetan music fieldwork documenting Tashi Tsering, the last royal court singer of Lo Monthang, Nepal, in a restricted Himalayan region near Tibet. She will discuss how this ancient culture has influenced her life and music, and perform examples of her Tibetan influenced compositions with guest musician Heidi Svoboda (gongs).

Sunday August 20th, 7pm 

Sliding Scale $10-$20

Check out this 3 minute interview with Andrea about her work:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a_AJQ7Kh0w

To learn more about this region of Upper Mustang, Nepal, visit:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/in-sight/wp/2015/01/05/a-fortress-in-the-sky-the-last-forbidden-kingdom-of-tibetan-culture/?utm_term=.942932f5c9ea

Two of the musical pieces that they will perform:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiraaOHjCrQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qg0cK5ZMws

Enchanted Lands Live Music & Media Art Event

Music Producer and Media Artist John Patrick Funk (a.k.a Spirit Winds) invites you on a Soundscape Journey into the Beauty of New Mexico- The Enchanted Lands Soundscape Journey is a intimate live music & media show that transports the participants into a beautiful musical realm through performance of Original Soundscapes (produced in the Rio Grande Gorge Canyon) with Flutes, Guitars, Loops and other instruments. Lighting and Visual media- illuminated sculptures and projected photography- accompany stories shared through the heart that set the atmosphere for the event. The Soundscape Journey centers on the musical experience that has been influenced by these beautiful locations and events in New Mexico- (link to photographic inspirations and music tracks- http://enchantedlandsmusic.com/photography-graphics/ 

We will have space for you to sit or lie down, please bring blankets & pillows for added comfort.

The first half or the show will be ambient & meditative, while the second half will have you up on your feet dancing. 

Main Website http://enchantedlandsmusic.com/

Spirit Winds- Volume 5 of Enchanted Lands that features musical tracks with Native American Flutes which also comprises tracks for the live music set list.http://enchantedlandsmusic.com/enchanted-lands-volume-5/

News Article published about me a year ago in the Taos News- http://enchantedlandsmusic.com/news/

CANCELLED! Liven Up Shindig Live Music w/ Picketwire

I'm so sorry to cancel this event! The artist had an emergency! We will have him back in the future so stay tuned!

Pin your ears back! Picketwire brings forth a robust assortment of sound, tales, and song immersed in messages of thoughtful consciousness. Entwining ideas that express optimism, compassion, and unity, this solo act spurs listeners into a realm of engaging merriment, employing traditional folk, blues, and rock, as it’s inspirational platform. Whether playing festivals, conscious gatherings, or street corners, this fierce arrangement of melody and sound, will incite attendees with a deeper awareness, leaving them with a gladdened heart.

Check out these links of Picketwire:

https://www.facebook.com/picketwire/

https://www.reverbnation.com/picketwire

Born in 1976 and with a career extending over 20 years, Jason White (Jug Colangelo) has passionately immersed himself in music and considers it to be a continual driving force, vital to his existence. This saving grace as he would put it, found him at the age of sixteen. Although late for most, he quickly developed his craft which soon after, enabled him to begin performing with several local groups.  It was during this time that he co-founded a band called, "Planet O". Immediate success followed, and the group gained many supporters all through Colorado. While touring throughout the state, and eventually the west coast, Jug gained much notoriety for his searing leads and tasteful blues driven style. With respect to his vocal method, it can be described as exhibiting a raspy, rock-like tone, while demonstrating an expressive and deft approach. 

Over the years Jug has opened for such acts which include Leon Russell, The Meditations, David Lindley, Tea Leaf Green, Sister Carol, Edgar Winter, Randy McAllister, Elephant Revival, and has performed with The Mighty Diamonds and Rankin Scroo for their nationwide tours. Although “Planet O" is still currently together, Jug has found the time to assist in cultivating several other projects. Today, he finds himself performing with multiple bands including the latest group called, “Soul Tones”. If asked what his future looks like, he’ll tell you that the skies are the limit and to stay tuned for more good music, because the best is yet to come. 

 

The Secret Gong Orchestra brings 100 gongs to Taos @the HFL

The Land of Enchantment is about to be Energized with the Gong collections of Al Faaet, Kenneth Goff, Mitch Nur, and Jeff Sussmann. Bringing together over 150 years of musical experience, and an impressive collection of Gongs from all over the world, this performance will open the dimensions of Gong play far beyond your usual 'gong bath' or similar presentation. Don't confuse this with the expected display of crashing and bashing you see today; but the formal presentation of ambient textures and nuances carefully expressed through an inter-dimensional tonal soundscape.

This unique performance is bringing together Gong artist's from both the East and West Coasts, merging with Santa Fe's more prolific live musicians. This is a layout event, so bring something comfortable to lay on, blanket or pillow as necessary, we will have mats out as well.

Sliding Scale $49

To find out more about them visit http://sacredsound.org/sgo

Wee Yogis - Kids Yoga & Music w/ Alana & Esme

Join Alana & Esme for this fun filled class. Wee Yogis introduces yoga classes for kids of all ages to yoga and mindfulness through fun, interactive, and effective learning environments and transformative media. We help kids stay connected to their childlike freedom through the use of yoga, mindfulness, music, art, and interactive play. Children will develop a mind body connection, release stress, gain confidence and learn to express themselves.

All ages: babies w/ mommy or daddy and 2+ on their own ;)

Sunday April 14th 10:15am

We are also holding WEEKLY Wee Yogis class weekly at the HFL Thursdays 11am

Suggested $10 Love Donation 

Give Peace a Chant - LIVE MUSIC KIRTAN w/ Alana Greir & Gary Cook

 SATURDAY May 6th at 6pm.

Chant, music & movement from the many spiritual traditions of the earth to touch the spiritual essence with in ourselves & recognize it in others. There are no performers, no audiences: everyone sings & dances together.

~ Call & Response Chanting ~ Mantra Meditations for Peace ~ Multi-Cultural Circle Dances

Saturday May 6th 6-8pm

$10 Suggested Donation towards chai & vegan snacks (no one turned away for lack of funds)

Album Release Party - Anthony Carson - The Wizard & the Weaver

Anthony will perform the entirety of the album with special guest & an acroyoga performance by Alana & Colton. The performance will be followed by a community jam session with all the fun toys of "come play" and more! Plus delicious food by Neopasado!!! WOWZERS! 

Friday April 14th, 7pm 

Donations for food & space are greatly appreciated!