Lightwork
Orchestra
About Us: Lightwork Orchestra is not just a musical group; we are a journey, a movement, and a celebration of cultural unity through the universal language of music. Formed with a vision to fuse the spiritual essence of diverse cultures into a mesmerizing sonic experience, we transcend boundaries and genres with our unique blend of psychedelic medicine music.
Our Sound: Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of world music, our sound is a vibrant mosaic of rhythm, melody, and spiritual resonance. We combine elements of traditional music with modern instrumentation to create an immersive auditory experience. From the primal beats of large war drums to the haunting melodies of the didgeridoo, the soulful wails of the saxophone to the hypnotic drone of the sitar, and the fiery strums of the flamenco guitar, our music is a journey through the realms of sound and spirit.
Philosophy: At the heart of Lightwork Orchestra lies a profound belief in the transformative power of music. We see ourselves as warriors of a new tribe, embracing diversity and cultural exchange as essential components of our musical expression. Through our music, we strive to awaken consciousness, inspire unity, and heal the soul. For us, music is not just entertainment; it is medicine for the mind, body, and spirit.
Om Gan Ganpataye Namaha
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Om Gan Ganpataye Namaha ✦
Live From Maine Fung Fest
This album is a live recording of Lightwork Orchestra at Maine Fungi Fest
University of Southern Maine - Portland, Maine May 19, 2024
mainefungifest.com
It represents the first performance of this expanded version of LO
billed as Lightwork Orchestra featuring Uncle Huachuma and the Fungi Bunch.
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Side A
Lord Ganesha’s Mantra
Prayer for Maria Sabina
The shepherd of greener pastures
Side B
The Portal Door
Drums for the Drum God
Run Come Rally
"This was such an incredibly magickal invocation of mystical, otherworldly power, grace and purpose A. You all sent us through a multi-dimensional portal, through which our individual journeys during the festival converged into a unified field of energy, which you all masterfully conducted. Thank you all so much for sharing your gifts in service of our community, it was an honor and pleasure to witness your first public offering! "
~ Robert Milksop
credits
releases June 20, 2024
Blissful Wizard - John Mckusick - Synths, Loops, Ceremonial items, Voice
Elk - War Drums, voice
Freddy Larrosa - Guitar, Flutes, Voice
Mitch Rosenberg - In Spirit
Saint James Rajewski - Drums, Percussion, Voice
Wolfern - Saxophone, Flutes, ceramic ocarinas, Voice
Namory Keita - featured djembe in drums for the drum god
The Psychedelic Soundbath
Reserve an advanced spot https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lightwork-orchestras-psychedelic-soundbath-july-21-tickets-928481301567?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
The Sunday Soundbath at the Groton Grange is a monthly performance of gongs, didgeridoo, crystal bowls, and handpans, live looping, overtone singing, Indian slide guitar accompanied by a psychedelic liquid light projection light show. $20 recommended donation. Feel free to bring your yoga mat, sleeping bag, water bottle and pillows. we also have fold out chairs if you'd rather sit. Chill out and take in the experience on Sundays before you have to go back to work. We hope to see you.
GARDENFEST 3
Aug 29 - Sep 2
The Land Gray, Maine
New Growth Taking Root In Fertile Soil
Last year, GardenFest proved to everyone who came that it is nothing short of a transformational festival. It is not just a musicfestival. It is a transformational human experience of community and tribe coming together to celebrate our collectiveexperience. We sing and dance and play, while also working together to support the land, build sustainable structures, andcreate a safe space for everyone to be themselves and receive the support they need as we move through a weekend ofpowerful growth and healing.
New Headlining Acts
This year, we are expanding to bring you an even more epic lineup of heart-centered music while adding an art gallery ,community meals, and several new transformational workshops, performances, and speakers. There will be a sacred fire eachnight as well as elders and indigenous wisdom keepers present to help anchor and root the community in our shared values.
Community Values
GardenFest is a family friendly event and as such there will be no recreational pills, powders, or gasses of any kind permitted.The entire event is also alcohol-free. We emphasize conscious celebration and we invite you to connect with the land, themusic, the art, and other people in a safe and responsible way.
We can’t wait to see you!!!
Our lowest priced Earlybird tickets are available until June 1st.
