Songs of Water

The music of Songs of Water is best described as a spiritual conversation of eclectic sounds and instrumentation. Drawing from diverse cultural and stylistic influences, their compositions are interlaced with passion, creativity and experimental improvisation. The music takes many shifts and turns through earth laden tonalities and contemplative moods. From acoustic grassroots jam sessions to classical, jazz and inventive fusions, Songs of Water is an experience to be taken in. Alongside of the musical journey, the group often includes other forms of artistic expression to their events.

It is not uncommon to witness a blend of poetry, film, and performance art movement in addition to the songs. Since the nature of this musical pilgrimage is founded upon both composition and improvisation, no two performances are exactly alike.

we are strangers on a distant journey
pilgrims faceless sojourners
nameless unsung and unseen goliards
gypsies of another realm
vagabonds trekking through the wilderness
across deserts, traveling a narrow path.
we are a field of expensive pearls
a guild of minstrels clothed in brown camel's hair
burning blue flames with our arms stretched out toward heaven
we are lovers enamored with the fragrance of divine communion
we are the unforsaken abandoned
sleeping in caves of solitude
gazing beyond this earth into the heart of the Most Holy One
we are the dawning mystical sunrise of a new creation
locked in silver-faced romance
we are the shimmering reflection upon sparkling rivers of healing
we are the outcast ragamuffin scarecrows
we are the slaves of true freedom
bondservants of liberty
we are the awe-stricken fools of God
drunken with intoxicating bliss
staggering with ecstatic belonging
recklessly shattering all that infringes upon our union
we are children of the promise
cherished, transfigured carriers of light
glowing embers
we are nobodies from nowhere representing somebody from everywhere

- This bio was pulled from the artist's web site: http://www.songsofwater.com/bio.html