Ceremonial Musician

How is ceremonial music different from a musical performance?

In a musical performance, the focus is on the musician(s). In a ceremony, the focus is on the ceremony. The musician(s) must be sensitive to the purpose of the event, and to play in such a way as to complement it.

Careful uses of silence, choice of melodic themes, appropriate volume, and other factors are all important. Ami creates a unique and enchanting soundscape that fits the moment and enhances the spirit of the ceremony.

Examples of ceremonial music include:

• Labyrinth Walks
• Retreats of many styles (art, spiritual, human development, etc.)
• Funeral or End-of-Life Celebrations
• Anniversaries
• Weddings
• Other Rite of Passages

Generally, Ami does not play “songs,” but instead creates a soundscape that is appropriate for the ceremony.