Songs of Death and Transformation

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     Thursday through Saturday 12 pm – 5 pm

Songs of Death and Transformation | Joseph Anderson and Friends

10.26.24 | 7:30PM – 8:30PM Pacific | In Person

Songs of Death and Transformation
Traditional folk ballads for Ancestral Healing

with Joseph Anderson (voice),
Jeri Howe (harp and percussion)
and Juliana Brandon (shadow puppets)

There are many ballads in the folk traditions of the British Isle that recount stories of sudden or tragic death–and also tales of triumph over adversity. In this program we will share both types of songs in a meditative spirit, to honor and assist the spirits of our ancestors who lived their lives of tragedy and triumph, as well as to bring peace and strength to us who are living. We will use shadow puppets and masks to help us access these deep ancestral energies and patterns.

Our voices, instruments and visual presentation are intended to help ease the disquieted spirits of those long dead as well as loved ones lost more recently. We will also honor and celebrate the courage, tenacity and quest for justice that have helped our well ancestors thrive and live into their destiny.

This work is based on shamanic practices used by many cultures to help heal the ancestors, and support greater health, well-being and sense of purpose for us who are the living.

Jeri Howe is a harpist with long experience performing in a variety of contexts, including hospice work and support for meditative practices.

Joseph Anderson is a singer, songwriter and teacher, focusing on bringing ancestral healing practices to modern audiences through traditional and popular music.

Juliana Brandon is an artist of many disciplines, including puppetry, vocal performance, writing and visual art. See her website (www.julianabrandon.com), for more information about her many accomplishments and current projects.