tag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:/blogs/sacredfire-blog?p=3SacredFire Blog2023-09-09T09:04:36-07:00SacredFire Musicfalsetag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/72709072023-09-09T09:04:36-07:002023-10-16T07:48:40-07:00Sing With a Smile!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/68407/65676f9eedde66d0e490847f1bcf3d4f07ab1efa/original/mj-happy.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p><p> </p><p>When you sing with a genuine smile, it's more than just hitting the right notes; it becomes a powerful tool for enhancing your overall well-being. How can singing with a smile can help you attain a state of peace and freedom? Let's explore:</p><p><span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong> </strong></span></p><p><cib-overlay></cib-overlay>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Enhanced Vocal Magic</strong></span>:** Smiling works like a vocal enhancer, giving your singing a richer and more vibrant sound. It's like a secret weapon for creating amazing tones. Plus, it naturally lifts your soft palate, so you have better control over your voice.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Breathing Wizardry</strong></span>:** Want to sing with power and control? Smiling can help by encouraging diaphragmatic breathing. You'll be taking in deep, satisfying breaths and keeping your vocal support game strong throughout your performance.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Crystal-Clear Lyrics</strong></span>:** A little smile can work wonders for your articulation and pronunciation. Your lyrics will be crystal clear, making it a breeze for your audience to understand every word you're belting out.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Stress-Busting Smiles</strong></span>:** Did you know that smiling can release those delightful endorphins? These feel-good chemicals help zap away stress and anxiety. When you're relaxed, your vocal cords perform at their peak.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Confidence Boost</strong></span>:** Flashing a grin can boost your confidence levels. Whether you're singing in front of a crowd or recording in the studio, confidence can be a game-changer, making your performance shine.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Good for the Body</strong></span>:** Smiling can even help your posture and body language. You'll stand tall and engaged while singing, preventing any nasty tension or strain in your neck and shoulders.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Connect with Your Crowd</strong></span>:** A genuine smile forms a connection with your audience on a personal level. It's like sharing a musical moment that everyone will remember and cherish.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Stress-Buster, Round Two</strong></span>:** Singing with a smile reduces tension and stress in your facial muscles and jaw. This means better vocal health and comfort.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>**<span style="color:rgb(230,77,77);"><strong>Facial Harmony</strong></span>:** Let's not forget that a smile adds a touch of warmth and charm to your vocal performance. Your facial resonance complements your singing beautifully.<o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p>Remember, the key is to keep that smile natural and relaxed while singing. No need for an over-the-top grin that strains your muscles or messes with your breathing. Play around with your singing style and facial expressions to find that sweet spot that suits your unique style and the emotions in your song.<o:p></o:p><br><br><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style="color:black;">I hope these tips were helpful for you. If you want to learn more about intuitive singing, you can inquire about a </span><a class="no-pjax" href="/intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Intuitive Singing"><span style="color:black;">free, introductory, online session</span></a><span style="color:black;">.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="color:black;">Peace in your heart! 💙</span></p><p>MJ Vermette, Intuitive Singing Coach<br><a class="no-pjax" href="/home" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Home">Sacred Fire Music</a></p><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><i> </i><a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgBOCNJLTj8knMujs-YFVyw_wKHQs6-jh&si=eAToF2t3kL2jQcK4" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><i>Watch this playlist of Intuitive Singing videos</i></a></p><p><o:p></o:p></p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><div class="video-container" style="--video-width:560px;aspect-ratio:16 / 9;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;margin:0px;max-width:var(--video-width, 100%) !important;min-width:0px;position:relative;"><iframe style="box-sizing:border-box;height:315px;left:0px;position:absolute;top:0px;width:560px;" width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?si=ILnri77l0q55LoS3&list=PLgBOCNJLTj8knMujs-YFVyw_wKHQs6-jh" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p> </p><p><br><span><strong>ABOUT THE AUTHOR</strong></span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span><strong>MJ Vermette</strong> is a Sound & Music Medicine Artist, Workshop Facilitator, and Certified Bodymind & Energy Therapy Practitioner. She has extensive experience, supporting people with trauma, addiction, abuse, emotional, mental, and physical challenges. As a skilled facilitator, vocalist, hand drummer and healer, she has been offering Sound & Energy Healing, Intuitive Singing and Mindful Drumming Workshops since 2004. These practices allow her therapeutic expertise to blend with her artistic personality, helping people radiate peace, health, and positive force. She also coaches professionals who wish to integrate these new tools in their work. Raised and trained in Montréal (Canada), she moved to the Vancouver area in 2010, where she formed <strong>Sacred Fire </strong>with multi-instrumentalist partner Dean Richards.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span><strong>Sacred Fire</strong> has offered ceremonies, retreats and interactive experiences in Germany, France, UK, USA, Canada, Costa Rica, and Mexico. They have worked alongside davidji, Dr. Deepak Chopra, and many others. Their </span><a class="no-pjax" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/store-music" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Store/Music"><span>recorded music</span></a><span> features collaborations with prominent musicians who have also recorded with Pink Floyd, Paul McCartney, Krishna Das, Talk Talk, Robbie Robertson, Eurythmics, and more. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span>Website: </span><a class="no-pjax" href="http://www.sacredfiremusic.com/"><span>www.sacredfiremusic.com</span></a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/72634712023-08-25T11:45:44-07:002023-09-09T09:03:40-07:0010 Tips for Intuitive Singing<p><a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxBb7zkbzvM2b6JZHztAX6cn_jxLVJ-C1o?si=77TReVNqwjfeV-1R" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/68407/5cd2e3e975146a4dd2bfe83c15f644aa4db61e5c/original/mj-08-re.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" alt="Watch an excerpt of Intuitive Singing" /></a></p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxBb7zkbzvM2b6JZHztAX6cn_jxLVJ-C1o?si=77TReVNqwjfeV-1R" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><i>Watch a video excerpt of Intuitive Singing</i></a></p><p><a class="no-pjax" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/blogs/sacredfire-blog/posts/what-is-intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><span style="color:hsl(0,75%,60%);"><strong>Intuitive singing</strong></span></a><span style="color:hsl(0,75%,60%);"><strong> </strong></span><span style="color:black;">is a way of singing from your soul, not from your mind. It is about listening to the voice that lives inside you and letting it out without holding back or worrying. Intuitive singing can help you discover your creativity, heal your feelings, and connect with your true self.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><cib-overlay></cib-overlay><span style="color:black;">Experience the joy and relaxation of intuitive singing with these 10 tips :</span><o:p></o:p></p><ol>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Choose a comfortable and safe space.</strong> Intuitive singing can be very personal and vulnerable, so you want to make sure that you are in a place where you feel comfortable and free to express yourself. You can sing alone or with someone you trust, but avoid any distractions or judgments that might inhibit your flow.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Start with some vocal warm-ups.</strong> Before you sing intuitively, it is a good idea to warm up your voice with some simple vocal exercises. This will help you prevent any vocal strain or injury, and also prepare your voice for a wider range of sounds and pitches. </span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Set a meaningful intention.</strong> Before you start singing, think of a purpose or a goal that you want to achieve with your singing. It can be something personal, such as healing an emotional wound, expressing gratitude, or manifesting a desire. Or it can be something universal, such as spreading love, peace, or joy. Setting a meaningful intention can help you focus your energy and align your vibration with your singing.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Connect with your heart.</strong> Intuitive singing is not about singing from your head, but from your heart. To connect with your heart, you need to be open, honest, and vulnerable. You need to let go of any judgments, fears, or expectations that might block your flow. You need to listen to what your heart is telling you and sing what you feel. You can also use your hands to touch your heart center or visualize a warm light in your chest </span><span style="color:#111111;">radiating love and compassion </span><span style="color:black;">to enhance the connection. You might also choose to bring up a beautiful memory, or visualize a person, place or animal that you love or admire dearly.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Achieve a meditative state.</strong> Intuitive singing can be a form of meditation, where you are fully present in the moment and aware of your surroundings. To achieve a meditative state, you need to relax your body and mind, breathe deeply and rhythmically, and stay focused on the music.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Sing from your emotions, not from your head.</strong> Intuitive singing is not about following any rules or techniques, but about expressing what you feel in the moment. You do not have to worry about hitting the right notes, staying in tune, or sounding like someone else. You just have to be yourself and sing what comes to you naturally.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Experiment with different sounds, tones, pitches, rhythms, and melodies.</strong> Intuitive singing is a great way to explore the full range and potential of your voice. You can try different vocal qualities, such as soft, loud, breathy, nasal, clear, raspy, etc. You can also vary the pitch, speed, volume, and duration of your sounds. You can use your voice as an instrument to create music that reflects your mood, emotions, and personality.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Listen to your intuition and follow your impulses.</strong> Intuitive singing is a form of communication with yourself and others on a deeper level. You can use your voice as a tool to convey messages, questions, answers, affirmations, intentions, etc. You can also use your voice as a way to listen to what your inner voice is telling you about yourself and your life. Trust your intuition and follow your impulses as they guide you through your intuitive singing journey.</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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<span style="color:black;"><strong>Smile!</strong></span><span style="color:#111111;"> </span><span style="color:black;">Smiling while singing can help you improve your vocal resonance, lower your stress levels, and express your emotions more authentically. Smiling can also make you and your listeners feel happier and more connected. </span><a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=79b69a79982bd741JmltdHM9MTY5Mjk4Njg2Mw&ptn=3&hsh=3&fclid=49acc73b-4372-11ee-94f7-8355b2fe94a1&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXJkZW5rYXl3aW52b2NhbHN0dWRpby5jb20vc21pbGluZy1zaW5naW5nLw&ntb=1&bc=1&key=psc-underside&usparams=cvid%3a51D%7cBingProd%7cA359A5ECE8FF1361CF6AC8C1E9A607D34B4CBED5849FB5A0885EEEE73E5D7BEA%5ertone%3aCreative" target="_blank"><span style="color:black;">Smiling while singing is not just about showing your teeth, but about creating a shape inside your mouth that enhances your sound quality and projection</span></a><span style="color:black;">. </span><a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=dea3154adcce81d6JmltdHM9MTY5Mjk4Njg2Mw&ptn=3&hsh=3&fclid=49acc847-4372-11ee-9c71-4bed66d40098&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudmVyeXdlbGxtaW5kLmNvbS90b3AtcmVhc29ucy10by1zbWlsZS1ldmVyeS1kYXktMjIyMzc1NQ&ntb=1&bc=1&key=psc-underside&usparams=cvid%3a51D%7cBingProd%7cA359A5ECE8FF1361CF6AC8C1E9A607D34B4CBED5849FB5A0885EEEE73E5D7BEA%5ertone%3aCreative" target="_blank"><span style="color:black;">Smiling can also release endorphins, the hormones that make you feel good, and lower your blood pressure, which can reduce the risk of heart disease</span></a><span style="color:black;">. </span><a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=e780a2a7552f7b2bJmltdHM9MTY5Mjk4Njg2Mw&ptn=3&hsh=3&fclid=49acccfb-4372-11ee-8581-575e6d36e778&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGVhbHRobGluZS5jb20vaGVhbHRoL2JlbmVmaXRzLW9mLXNpbmdpbmc&ntb=1&bc=1&key=psc-underside&usparams=cvid%3a51D%7cBingProd%7cA359A5ECE8FF1361CF6AC8C1E9A607D34B4CBED5849FB5A0885EEEE73E5D7BEA%5ertone%3aCreative" target="_blank"><span style="color:black;">Smiling while singing can also convey your feelings and intentions more clearly and sincerely, which can create a positive feedback loop between you and your audience</span></a><span style="color:black;">. Smiling while singing is a simple but powerful way to boost your health, happiness, and performance. 😊</span><br><br><o:p></o:p>
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</ol><p><span style="color:black;">I hope these tips were helpful for you. If you want to learn more about intuitive singing, you can check out </span><a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.sacredfiremusic.com/intuitive-singing"><span style="color:black;">this website</span></a><span style="color:black;"> and inquire about a free, introductory, online session.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="color:black;">Peace in your heart! 💙</span></p><p>MJ Vermette, Intuitive Singing Coach<br>Sacred Fire Music</p><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><i> </i><a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgBOCNJLTj8knMujs-YFVyw_wKHQs6-jh&si=eAToF2t3kL2jQcK4" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><i>Watch this playlist of Intuitive Singing videos</i></a></p><p><o:p></o:p></p><p style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?si=ILnri77l0q55LoS3&list=PLgBOCNJLTj8knMujs-YFVyw_wKHQs6-jh" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p><p><br><span><strong>ABOUT THE AUTHOR</strong></span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span><strong>MJ Vermette</strong> is a Sound & Music Medicine Artist, Workshop Facilitator, and Certified Bodymind & Energy Therapy Practitioner. She has extensive experience, supporting people with trauma, addiction, abuse, emotional, mental, and physical challenges. As a skilled facilitator, vocalist, hand drummer and healer, she has been offering Sound & Energy Healing, Intuitive Singing and Mindful Drumming Workshops since 2004. These practices allow her therapeutic expertise to blend with her artistic personality, helping people radiate peace, health, and positive force. She also coaches professionals who wish to integrate these new tools in their work. Raised and trained in Montréal (Canada), she moved to the Vancouver area in 2010, where she formed <strong>Sacred Fire </strong>with multi-instrumentalist partner Dean Richards.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span><strong>Sacred Fire</strong> has offered ceremonies, retreats and interactive experiences in Germany, France, UK, USA, Canada, Costa Rica, and Mexico. They have worked alongside davidji, Dr. Deepak Chopra, and many others. Their </span><a class="no-pjax" href="/store-music" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Store/Music"><span>recorded music</span></a><span> features collaborations with prominent musicians who have also recorded with Pink Floyd, Paul McCartney, Krishna Das, Talk Talk, Robbie Robertson, Eurythmics, and more. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span>Website: </span><a class="no-pjax" href="http://www.sacredfiremusic.com"><span>www.sacredfiremusic.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/69798812022-05-26T08:12:59-07:002023-09-09T09:07:33-07:00What Is Intuitive Singing?<p style="text-align:center;"> </p><div class="video-container size_null justify_inline" style=""><iframe data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="lQne-1xf9PE" data-video-thumb-url="" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lQne-1xf9PE?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></div><h3> </h3><h3>
<span class="text-huge" style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>What Is Intuitive Singing?</strong></span><span class="text-huge" style="color:#006699;"><strong> </strong></span>
</h3><p>Intuitive singing makes it possible to free yourself from the pressure and anxiety of singing as a performance or trying to make yourself sound a certain way. It’s a path that lets you express yourself naturally — instinctually — with a calm mind, a joyous, open heart and loving intention. </p><p>It is a holistic approach that helps you align your own vibration to that of which you allow to be expressed through you. This is done with a clear intention of being the conduit for this vibration with your body, heart, mind, and spirit.</p><p>Furthermore, intuitive singing allows sound vibration to be conveyed <i>through </i>you rather than <i>from </i>you — as an intentional and mindful gift to both yourself and others.</p><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="/intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Intuitive Singing" contents="BOOK A FREE, INTRO SESSION"><span style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>BOOK A FREE, INTRO SESSION!</strong></span></a></p><p> </p><p><span class="text-big"><strong>What if you could sing anywhere, trusting your inner guidance, without worrying about how you sound or what to sing? </strong></span></p><p>Imagine wanting to sing about a waterfall. The traditional approach to singing would most likely involve writing or learning a song that speaks about the waterfall and the story around it. You would be focused on learning the song, performing it with good technique, with the hope that anyone listening would enjoy it.</p><p>As an intuitive singer, you would instead tap into your insight and your creativity; interpreting the energy of the waterfall. Honouring it with your natural voice. You could be inspired to express your song in any language, including “gibberish” (non-lexical vocables). Your attention would be placed on offering a grounded, authentic song. One that could be defined as a cross between vocal improvisation (scat singing), devotional singing, and <a class="no-pjax" href="/sound-healing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Sound Healing" contents="sound healing">sound healing</a>. </p><p>In this short <a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxBb7zkbzvM2b6JZHztAX6cn_jxLVJ-C1o" target="_blank" data-link-type="url" contents="video clip">video clip</a>, you can hear a song with intuitive singing inspired by some of the qualities of the element of Water: flow, creativity, nurturing.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxBb7zkbzvM2b6JZHztAX6cn_jxLVJ-C1o" target="_blank" data-link-type="url" contents="Watch video">Watch video</a></p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxBb7zkbzvM2b6JZHztAX6cn_jxLVJ-C1o" target="_blank" data-link-type="url" contents=""><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/cd1e81af75cb6cdea5af54b63b814831a6d2bd25/original/video-thumbnail-intuitive-singing.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" alt="Watch video - Intuitive Singing with Sacred Fire Music - MJ Vermette" /></a></p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><h4><span class="text-big" style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>Do You Need to Have Good Singing Technique to Be an Intuitive Singer? </strong></span></h4><p><strong>There is one vital key to a gratifying experience for both the intuitive singer and the listener:</strong> the singer’s ability to access a state of deep connection with their inner guidance and the energies around. </p><p><a class="no-pjax" href="/intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Intuitive Singing" contents="The techniques utilized in intuitive singing">The techniques utilized in intuitive singing</a> are closer to those used for musical improvisation, as well as sound and movement meditation, mantra singing, energy rebalancing, shamanic sound healing, and clairvoyance. Intuitive singing arises from a focused, benevolent intent, a curiosity for inner knowledge, and more importantly, trust that the vibration of your voice is supported by your heart intelligence, in service to the highest good of everyone. </p><p><strong>Through our voice we can express emotion and communicate from our heart in a way unlike any other physical instrument. </strong>From grounded awareness in a meditative state, we can invite the sacred to communicate naturally and easily with and through us. This practice results in a somewhat mystical experience, rather than a “well-interpreted” song. The feeling of expressing our true, soul song with an open voice is deeply exhilarating and freeing! </p><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="/intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Intuitive Singing" contents="SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INTRO SESSION TODAY"><span style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INTRO SESSION TODAY</strong></span></a></p><p> </p><p><span class="text-big" style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>Who Can Be an Intuitive Singer? </strong></span></p><p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/3b3b612a9afa3c4e92416b8332b71209ae95c98f/original/20180621-205814-re.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" alt="Intuitive Singing Workshops with MJ Vermette of Sacred Fire Music" /></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span class="text-big" style="color:#e74c3c;">“Everyone CAN sing; we just don’t all sound the same!” </span></p><p style="text-align:center;">~ <a class="no-pjax" href="/more-about-mj" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="More about Mj" contents="MJ Vermette">MJ Vermette</a> </p><p>A wonderful thing about intuitive singing is that everyone can experience the benefits. It works whether you’re a total beginner, professional singer, or somewhere in between. </p><p>In my <a class="no-pjax" href="/concerts-workshops-db66a926-0196-4d18-908a-dcb2e5242f07" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Concerts/Workshops" contents="workshops ">workshops </a>and <a class="no-pjax" href="/coaching" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Coaching" contents="coaching ">coaching </a>practice, I support people of all walks of life who aspire to sing, and free their voice from tightness which they often describe as “blocks”. They are: </p><ul>
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<strong>Singers, speakers, actors, content creators, influencers</strong> who wish to express their truth more freely</li>
</ul><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="/intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Intuitive Singing" contents="SIGN-UP FOR AN INTRODUCTORY, INTUITIVE SINGING SESSION"><span style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>SIGN-UP FOR AN INTRODUCTORY, INTUITIVE SINGING SESSION</strong></span></a></p><p> </p><h4><span class="text-big" style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>How Can You Find and Free Your Voice? </strong></span></h4><p>Trauma, illness, and stress are often part of our reality. Especially in our world today. This results in the body storing up all kinds of tension. The emotional blockages that develop can make it difficult to express — even access — your authentic voice. Intuitive singing techniques help you break through those blockages. With tailored tips and techniques to help open to your own true voice and spiritual connection. Opening up this connection within yourself and to others has a ripple effect. You often notice more joy, light, and fun in your life and all your relationships. </p><p>Do you feel uncomfortable with your own voice? Is that discomfort while singing getting in the way of your ability to tap into your intuition and creativity? You can start by feeling your way into the discomfort and giving a voice to the tension that has built in your physical body. Try the following sound & energy healing exercise for some relief and a stronger mind-body connection:</p><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/sound-energy-healing-tips-podcast/blog/sound-healing-tip-1-releasing-tension-with-ah-sigh" target="_blank" data-link-type="url" contents='Exercise 1: Releasing tension with "AH" sigh'><span class="text-big"><strong>Exercise 1: Releasing tension with "AH" sigh</strong></span></a></p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/sound-energy-healing-tips-podcast/blog/sound-healing-tip-2-grounding-with-the-mantra-here-now" target="_blank" data-link-type="url" contents='Exercice 2: Grounding with the mantra "Here, Now"'><span class="text-big"><strong>Exercice 2: Grounding with the mantra "Here, Now"</strong></span></a></p><p><br>These, and many other types of sound healing and intuitive singing exercises, can help you become more comfortable using your voice to channel healing energy. Opening up and releasing any blocks that you may be carrying makes improvisation and creativity fun and joyful, and increases your confidence. </p><p>How wonderful to be able to use the uniquely powerful instrument of your own voice to bring balance and a sense of bliss? If you feel inspired to learn more about intuitive singing, don’t hesitate to contact me to schedule your <a class="no-pjax" href="/intuitive-singing" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Intuitive Singing" contents="free, introductory session">free, introductory session</a>. </p><p> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/1da7a41eaffd3629eb1c194dfc03f016ad2ec573/original/st46.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" alt="MJ Vermette, Intuitive Singing Coach" /></p><p style="text-align:center;">MJ Vermette, Intuitive Singing Coach</p><p> </p><p><span class="text-big" style="color:#e74c3c;"><strong>About the author </strong></span><span style="color:#e74c3c;"> </span></p><p><a class="no-pjax" href="/more-about-mj" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="More about Mj" contents="MJ Vermette">MJ Vermette</a> is a Musician, Sound Healing Artist, Intuitive Singing Coach, and Certified Bodymind & Energy Therapy practitioner with <strong>Sacred Fire Music</strong>. </p><p>She has over 20 years’ experience in supporting people recovering from trauma, addiction, abuse, emotional, mental, and physical challenges. As a skilled facilitator, vocalist, hand drummer and holistic health practitioner, she has been offering Sound & Energy Healing, Intuitive Singing and Creative Drumming Workshops since 2004. This work blends her therapeutic expertise with her artistic personality; helping people radiate peace, health, and positive force. </p><p><a class="no-pjax" href="/home" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Home" contents="https://www.sacredfiremusic.com">https://www.sacredfiremusic.com</a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/67499812021-09-20T15:52:03-07:002021-09-21T17:35:11-07:00Do You Want to Be in Our Upcoming Music Video?<p>Hello dear Friends!🙏💙🎵</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="6jsi1Wv_iCE" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/6jsi1Wv_iCE/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6jsi1Wv_iCE?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="360" width="640" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Watch video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/u4usqXgeTTk" target="_blank">Watch video</a></p>
<p>At the time of writing these lines, we are editing our upcoming music video.</p>
<h4>👉 DO YOU WANT TO BE IN OUR VIDEO?</h4>
<p>We invite you to send us a 10-30 second video of yourself, filmed with the intention of expressing what "SURRENDERING" means to you. Keep it simple! You can film yourself or someone you love, keeping these guidelines in mind:</p>
<ul> <li>USE your smartphone (or a good quality camera) - with its best-quality video settings</li> <li>FILM in landscape mode (horizontal)* This is important!</li> <li>GOOD LIGHTING can be obtained by filming outdoors to allow as much light as possible, unless you have great indoor lighting by a large window, for example.</li>
</ul>
<p>The chosen footage will be inserted in our upcoming music video of a music medicine song called "The Surrendering". MJ recorded this intuitive song, along with two Koshi Chimes. Her intention was to give the listener an opportunity to let go of emotional pain often attached to limiting beliefs, grief and expectations; shifting heavy, chaotic, fearful energies into bright, light vibrations. It is a very simple song, with no lyrics ~ just open vowels.</p>
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<h4>DEADLINE</h4>
<ul> <li>Send your 10-second (max.) video by the end of the day, Sunday October 3rd, 2021.</li>
</ul>
<h4>YOU CAN INCLUDE YOUR STORY</h4>
<ul> <li>If you feel like it, you can send us a short paragraph describing your perception/interpretation of "surrendering". Please feel free to share your name and title if you feel like it. We might include this in the description of the music video.</li>
</ul>
<h4>WILL YOU VIDEO BE FEATURED?</h4>
<ul> <li>The clips that we will insert in our final music video will be chosen depending on the the quality of lighting, resolution and orientation of the clips, as well as the number of clips received. We will send you an email confirming that we have received your file, and we will also email you to let you know if it has been included in the final cut.</li>
</ul>
<h4>HOW TO SEND YOUR FILE</h4>
<ul> <li>You can use a free, online platform such as <a contents="https://www.wetransfer.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.wetransfer.com" target="_blank">https://www.wetransfer.com</a> to send us your video file. Please send to this <a contents="email address" data-link-label="" data-link-type="email" href="mailto:sacredfire@sacredfiremusic.com" target="_blank">email address</a>.</li>
</ul>
<h4>QUESTIONS?</h4>
<ul> <li>Please feel free to <a contents="contact us" data-link-label="Contact" data-link-type="page" href="/contact" target="_blank">contact us</a> with any questions.</li>
</ul>
<p>We look forward to receiving your videos!</p>
<p>With love and gratitude,</p>
<p>MJ and Dean</p>
<hr><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Celebrating a special occasion? Want to offer a birthday or Christmas gift to a loved one?</em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>We have <a contents="gift certificates" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Healing" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-healing" target="_blank">gift certificates</a>!</em></strong></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Healing" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-healing" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/d5b61d3825ac54bfd3e263e5688cc0e3bd32f7a9/original/gift-yourself-or-a-loved-one.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thin" alt="Gift Certificate: Your Personal Music Medicine Song with Sacred Fire" /></a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/60385652019-12-31T14:33:46-08:002020-04-15T10:53:06-07:00Season's Greetings ~ Feliz Navidad! From Puerto Morelos, MX<h4 style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="6qX6TM_0L4w" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/6qX6TM_0L4w/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6qX6TM_0L4w?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="360" width="640" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></h4>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Watch video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qX6TM_0L4w" target="_blank">Watch video</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h4>From our heart to yours, Season's Greetings everyone!</h4>
<p><span class="font_large">As 2019 takes a bow, we welcome the festive season with open hearts and send you our best wishes from Puerto Morelos, Riviera Maya, Mexico, our new home away from home for the next few months. Our stay here so far has blessed us with warm smiles, an amazing sense of community, healing vibes from the Caribbean sea as well as a fun palapa with a Christmas tree in the complex where we live! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In these chaotic times on Earth, with a knowing that the Holiday season can be emotionally challenging for some, we felt like sharing a bit of love and lightheartedness with all of you. <a contents="Watch the video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/6qX6TM_0L4w" target="_blank">Watch the video</a> that we have created! We had tons of fun singing "Feliz Navidad" around town and on the beach, and collecting Holiday wishes from the friendly folks of Puerto Morelos.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">We hope that these images will bring you joy, and we invite you to sing along!</span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_large">Feliz Navidad!<br>Prospero año y felicidad!</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">With love,</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">MJ and Dean</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a></span></p>
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<p><br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/sacredfiremusic" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/4f54f4e6fd0f996e9820fe615e4ec88f7bf17275/original/like_us_on_facebook-transparent.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p><br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.youtube.com/sacredfiremusic" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/564a329f5bf7ccabd2e28099ad81f52f404a0361/original/lifars-youtube-cybersecurity-video-play-subscribe-to-our-channel.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
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<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Store/Music" data-link-type="page" href="/store-music" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/8d076284e25b2d0b0f2f4aacb5b0df74ca8b7878/original/3-albums.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="Sacred Fire CD's and download cards" /></a></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_large">When you purchase our music, it supports our studio work and helps us compose & record more music, in the hope to affect people in a positive way and help create a peaceful world. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">We are self-produced artists and are grateful for each song sold & streamed! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">You can buy our music <a contents="on our website" data-link-label="Store/Music" data-link-type="page" href="/store-music" target="_blank">on our website</a>, or look for us on <a contents="ITunes" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/sacredfire/900729897" target="_blank">ITunes</a>, <a contents="Amazon" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016SK5G9A/ref=dm_ws_sp_ps_dp" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, <a contents="Spotify " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7bRhDaOqbBc8CGavpTGbrU" target="_blank">Spotify </a>and <a contents="CD Baby" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://store.cdbaby.com/Artist/Sacredfire1" target="_blank">CD Baby</a></span></p>
<p> </p>
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<hr><h4> </h4>
<h4>Treat yourself or gift a loved one </h4>
<p><span class="font_large">“I feel like I've been to the stars and back... . MJ is warm and talented and she got me singing! Now,,, that's a first! Gratitude. ♥” </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">— Karen Whynot (Halifax, NS, Can.) </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Coaching Sessions" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-coaching-sessions" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/feeaed3739f1c65b1f1a45f5be0482fc1cef54f0/original/free-30-min-mj-sound-healing-pub-a.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><span style="color:null;">Bundles and gift certificates available. </span><a contents="More information here!" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Coaching Sessions" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-coaching-sessions" target="_blank"><span style="color:null;">More information here!</span></a></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<hr><p> </p>
<h4>Bookings </h4>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="TzNXM0hkN_c" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/TzNXM0hkN_c/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TzNXM0hkN_c?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Watch <a contents="SacredFire Live&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/TzNXM0hkN_c" target="_blank">SacredFire Live </a></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><a contents="Retreats, Ceremonies, Celebrations &amp; Festivals.&nbsp;Workshops and&nbsp;Concerts" data-link-label="Concerts / Workshops" data-link-type="page" href="/concerts-workshops-08bf0b33-cf9c-4b3a-a29a-6ddb1fb9433d" target="_blank">Retreats, Ceremonies, Celebrations & Festivals. <br>Workshops and Concerts</a> </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><br> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/56104912019-01-24T10:33:33-08:002022-05-25T16:33:26-07:00Sunday, Jan. 27th 2019, Explore playfulness with your voice<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/c01556dcb6fc8ae0ed99078de12af25b08929e5b/original/playfulness.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hello everyone, </p>
<p>Will you be joining us this coming Sunday, Jan. 20th 2019 (3-4:30 pm)?</p>
<p>The theme for this singing circle is PLAYFULNESS ? </p>
<p>play·ful·ness </p>
<p>/ˈplāfəlnəs/ </p>
<p>noun </p>
<p>the quality of being light-hearted or full of fun. </p>
<p>"images of childlike innocence and playfulness" </p>
<p> </p>
<p>In the first part, we will explore </p>
<ul> <li>Breath work to help us ground and bring body-mind awareness </li> <li>Sounds with movement to bring vibrant energy and flow </li> <li>Fun vocal warm-ups </li>
</ul>
<p> In the second part, we will celebrate with spontaneous & playful circle singing. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Bring a friend! Drop-Ins Welcome! </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Please share the FB event: <a contents="https://www.facebook.com/events/2219139761707136/&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2219139761707136/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/events/2219139761707136/ </a></p>
<p>OR share the website page: <a contents="https://sacredfiremusic.com/vancouver-island-creative-singing-circle&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/vancouver-island-creative-singing-circle" target="_blank">https://sacredfiremusic.com/vancouver-island-creative-singing-circle </a></p>
<p>Hope to sing with you on Sunday! </p>
<p>Love and gratitude, </p>
<p>MJ </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/cf912dee6416f4e58d01392849b4fad1903ed08c/original/island-creative-singing-circle-header.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>VANCOUVER ISLAND CREATIVE SINGING CIRCLE </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">WHEN: EVERY SUNDAY* (3:00 PM TO 4:30 PM) </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> LOCATION: Address upon registration - Ladysmith, Vancouver Island (B.C.) </p>
<p> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Led by MJ Vermette of <a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com&nbsp;" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com&nbsp;</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>COST: Drop-in: $18* / Bundle of 5 circles (come on any Sunday): $75 <br> * We will not turn anyone away for financial reasons... by donation for those in need. </p>
<p>PAYMENTS: Cash, check, E-transfer </p>
<p>INFO & REGISTRATION: To register, please contact MJ via <a contents="email&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="email" href="mailto:mj@sacredfiremusic.com" target="_blank">email </a>or by phone 604-848-9543. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Explore song improvisation and circle singing, using your creativity and your intuition. We make it easy, fun, relaxing & empowering! </p>
<p>Together, we create songs, rhythms and harmonies with the intention of celebrating community, releasing stress, raising mindful awareness, bringing peace and sharing deep joy! </p>
<p>We play with fun vocal improv games, group toning, harmonizing and spontaneous melody. You could be writing lyrics; playing percussion or improvising spoken word or singing in intuitive language. </p>
<p>Adults and teens welcome. No experience needed. </p>
<p><strong>Everyone CAN sing! We just don't all sound the same! </strong></p>
<p>In a relaxed and joyful atmosphere, you will experience: </p>
<ul> <li>Simple body and voice warm-ups; </li> <li>Breath work, voice yoga, visualization and sound meditation to help cleanse, strengthen and circulate life energy in the body; </li> <li>Voice and rhythm games as well as spontaneous solo, duo, trio and group improvisations; </li> <li>Easy, colorful, liberating rituals, using the voice and sometimes percussion. </li>
</ul>
<p> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/53823052018-08-10T09:16:14-07:002020-04-15T10:59:19-07:00Do you like guided meditations? Our new collaboration with davidji is available<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/7571b6c8e356610d0c9954965f14ae1f55f7e78c/original/heartbeat-of-the-universe.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><em>Listen & download our new track HEARTBEAT OF THE UNIVERSE here: <a contents="https://sacredfiremusic.com/heartbeat-of-the-universe." data-link-label="Heartbeat of the Universe" data-link-type="page" href="/heartbeat-of-the-universe" target="_blank">https://sacredfiremusic.com/heartbeat-of-the-universe.</a> </em></p>
<p><a contents="SacredFire " data-link-label="About" data-link-type="page" href="/about" target="_blank">SacredFire </a>has reunited with <a contents="davidji " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.davidji.com" target="_blank">davidji </a>to create the music behind his new guided meditation ”The Heartbeat of the Universe”, featuring MJ’s lush, soul-stirring vocals swathed in mesmerizing instrumentation & hypnotic drumming. The track is tremendously expansive, and invites you to reconnect with your soul at a deep, primal level.</p>
<p>The lyrics: LAMED VAV VAV / NUN TAV HEY / HEY YUD YUD / are Hebrew letter sequences recited in the Kabbalah tradition, and are said to have a high vibration that helps us connect with specific spiritual frequencies used to repair us on a body-soul level.</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Heartbeat of the Universe" data-link-type="page" href="/heartbeat-of-the-universe" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/7a5283c0f5f52db54c211ca84a39b552dd24564a/original/sf-recording-heartbeat-of-the-unvierse.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>You can download HEARTBEAT OF THE UNIVERSE - our new collaboration with davidji & SacredFire on our <a contents="website" data-link-label="Heartbeat of the Universe" data-link-type="page" href="/heartbeat-of-the-universe" target="_blank">website</a>, as well as:</p>
<p> </p>
<p><a contents="ITunes" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/heartbeat-of-the-universe-single/1421705281" target="_blank">ITunes</a></p>
<p><a contents="Amazon" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.amazon.com/Heartbeat-of-the-Universe/dp/B07G5DTGH7" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p>
<p><a contents="CD Baby" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/davidji15" target="_blank">CD Baby</a></p>
<p><a contents="Spotify" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7blR4Pn6KvKQVlibfThzgd" target="_blank">Spotify</a></p>
<p><a contents="davidji.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.davidji.com" target="_blank">davidji.com</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><br><span class="font_large"><strong>♪♫♬ And you can hear/download the MUSIC-ONLY version of Heartbeat of the Universe <a contents="only on our website" data-link-label="Heartbeat of the Universe" data-link-type="page" href="/heartbeat-of-the-universe" target="_blank">only on this page of our website</a> for now.</strong></span></p>
<p><br> </p>
<p> </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hayhouseradio.com/#!/episode/stop-saying-im-sorry-1" target="_blank"><span class="font_large"><strong><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/3c408f89a9236b773f348521e34d88dba32f9705/original/hayhouse-radio-300-dpi-300x146.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></strong></span></a></p>
<p>LISTEN TO THE RADIO INTERVIEW WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE TRACK</p>
<p>You can listen to our August 9th, 2018 interview with Dean & I on Hay House Radio with davidji on his show "Live from the Sweetspot" by clicking on this link: <a contents="https://www.hayhouseradio.com/#!/episode/stop-saying-im-sorry-1&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hayhouseradio.com/#!/episode/stop-saying-im-sorry-1" target="_blank">https://www.hayhouseradio.com/#!/episode/stop-saying-im-sorry-1 </a></p>
<p>The replay will only be available for a little while... We presented our new collaborative meditation & music track HEARTBEAT OF THE UNIVERSE, and had a chat about how the process of creating the music.</p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/53817522018-08-09T20:45:07-07:002021-05-17T10:32:48-07:00A Few Memories From Blessed Coast Festival 2018<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="TzNXM0hkN_c" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/TzNXM0hkN_c/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TzNXM0hkN_c?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="340" width="600" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Watch excerpts from Blessed Coast, as well as our ALCHEMY concert organized by UNITE Vancouver earlier this year. </em></p>
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<p><span class="font_regular">It was a sizzling hot festival. The sun was blazing during the day, and our skin remembered the heat at night. It was filled with wise teachings, exhilarating music, mindful workshops, long, heartfelt hugs, delicious food, mesmerizing dancing; all interwoven by refreshing, cathartic dips in the river.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">For the first time this year, <a contents="SacredFire" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">SacredFire</a> offered a Mystical Worldbeat concert on the small but oh-so-lovely <em>Dojo stage </em>at<a contents=" Blessed Coast Music, Yoga &amp; Arts Festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.blessedcoast.ca/" target="_blank"> Blessed Coast Music, Yoga & Arts Festival</a> in Squamish (July 27-30, 2018). </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular"><em>Blessed Coast</em> is a family, eco-friendly event held at the feet of majestic snow-capped mountains, surrounded by lush forest and refreshing water, on <a contents="unceded " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.megaphonemagazine.com/unceded_territory" target="_blank">unceded </a>Coast Salish Territory, in Squamish, BC – about 50 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Blessed Coast offers a curated line-up of ground-breaking local and international Artists, DJs and Producers, as well as BC’s favorite Yoga Teachers, Speakers and Wisdom Keepers.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">We were honored to be working with lineage-holding Coast Salish elders that brought their ancient ways of communal ceremony into our modern context of celebration. We listened carefully to their stories; their messages of hope and their cries for awakening −their plea for us to shift our behavior in order to preserve the land & water for the generations to come.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">We were thrilled to be featured alongside prominent artists such as Deya Dova, Attya, Sacred, Alpha Yaya Diallo, Buckman Coe, Rara Avis and so many more...</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">We will forever hold in our hearts the deep connections and the love. Thank you to all who came, and to the organizers and volunteers who contributed to such a successful gathering.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font_regular">Love & Harmony,</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular"><a contents="MJ and Dean" data-link-label="About" data-link-type="page" href="/about" target="_blank">MJ and Dean</a><br>SacredFire</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/bec18e6801b076c5a8485d971a94a762d21439a3/original/sacredfire-stage-2.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/462cffbd5a5391c1a99f4ec74bb8208aeaa5417f/original/20180727-103048-re.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/14fbe9c17be27ad5470053c5ea97510af7bd1784/original/20180727-110128-re.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Watch Video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/RnSQbgCY9Vc" target="_blank">Watch Video</a></p>
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<h4>Have a loving Christmas season! </h4>
<p><span class="font_large">We wish you and your close ones a bright Holiday season, filled with occasions to remember that you are loved, and to shine your inner light. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">For most of us, this is a busy time, filled with the stress of to-do's. Maybe some of you are experiencing a sense of being rushed into a state of joy when, deep down, you are not aligned with this vibration. If you resonnate with this, remember to take time to listen to your inner wisdom and to choose to spend some quality time nurturing your soul when you take time off. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Aside from focusing on being of service to others, which is always good for everyone, there are many natural ways to help you connect with your authentic self, relax and rejuvenate. Time spent doing mindful activities such as walking in nature, listening to beautiful music, chanting, drumming, meditating, contemplating, dancing, practicing yoga, Qi Gong, writing, drawing & so much more, will contribute to a more balanced body-mind-heart & spirit. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Say Yes to your emotions, even those more painful ones, and pamper yourself with yummy rituals to remind your heart that it is worthy of love, and to allow yourself to feel whole. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Peace & harmony </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">~ MJ and Dean <br><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com&nbsp;" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com </a></span></p>
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<h4>Treat yourself or gift a loved one </h4>
<p style="text-align: center;">“I feel like I've been to the stars and back... . MJ is warm and talented and she got me singing! Now,,, that's a first! Gratitude. ♥” </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">— Karen Whynot (Halifax, NS, Can.) </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Coaching Sessions" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-coaching-sessions" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/00013c693e64b82652696f7f2fe9f07cdb8e2b33/original/gift-certificate-online-sound-healing.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Buy a gift certificate for online sessions&nbsp;" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Coaching Sessions" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-coaching-sessions" target="_blank">Buy a gift certificate for online sessions </a></p>
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<h4>CD's & digital downloads<span style="color:#c0392b;"><span class="font_xl"><strong> </strong></span></span>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color:#c0392b;"><span class="font_xl"><strong><a contents="" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/41da0e33585b09c5c1bb397f52380914152939ee/original/continuum-rising-jti-santa-hat.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></strong></span></span></p>
<p>When you purchase our music, it supports our studio work and helps us compose & record more music, in the hope to affect people in a positive way and help create a peaceful world. </p>
<p>We are self-produced artists and are grateful for each song sold! </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Buy our music ~ Specially priced for the Holidays!&nbsp;" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store" target="_blank">Buy our music ~ Specially priced for the Holidays! </a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h4>What's happening on Vancouver Island?</h4>
<p><span style="color:#d35400;"><strong><span class="font_large">New! Island Creative Singing Circle</span></strong></span><span style="color:#c0392b;"><strong><span class="font_large"> </span></strong></span><br>Sundays, 2pm to 3:30pm (Ladysmith) </p>
<p>The Island Creative Singing Circle is a "mindful, intuitive choir" where everyone is invited to tap into their unique, authentic musical & rhythmic gifts to create a repertoire of improvised and collectively prepared songs. </p>
<p>Together, we will create songs, rhythms and harmonies with the intention of celebreating community, releasing stress, raising mindful awareness, bringing peace and sharing deep joy! </p>
<p>We will play with fun vocal improv games, group toning, harmonizing and spontaneous melody. You could be writing lyrics; playing percussion or improvising spoken word or singing in intuitive language. </p>
<p>We will offer an audience interactive group performance on Vancouver Island at the end of March 2018. </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Island Creative Singing Circle" data-link-type="page" href="/island-creative-singing-circle" style="" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/f4d5a77fd3f8ea9f04f4ffff01457ddae1b5b3db/original/island-creative-singing-circle-poster1-np.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Register Now&nbsp;" data-link-label="Island Creative Singing Circle" data-link-type="page" href="/island-creative-singing-circle" target="_blank">Register Now </a></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Sound and Energy Massage in Ladysmith, BC" data-link-type="page" href="/sound-and-energy-massage-in-ladysmith-bc" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/90f96d91c445332facbe036ac18d33a4854bf885/original/sound-healing-sessions-in-ladysmith-mj.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Get a gift certificate for a Sound &amp; Energy Massage" data-link-label="Sound and Energy Massage in Ladysmith, BC" data-link-type="page" href="/sound-and-energy-massage-in-ladysmith-bc" target="_blank">Get a gift certificate for a Sound & Energy Massage</a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/49700102017-12-09T10:06:00-08:002017-12-09T10:06:00-08:00Holiday Gift Certificates and Specially Priced Music<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/57e2c66530ef9cb73a6fcf36d0d566e030ba5c79/original/holiday-special-prices.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><span style="color:#2c3e50;"><span class="font_large">This Christmas, we are pleased to offer you specially priced <a contents="MUSIC " data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store" style="" target="_blank">MUSIC</a>, Online Sound & Energy Sessions and other GIFT CERTIFICATES that will help your loved one release stress, raise mindfulness & create a sense of peace and joy.</span></span></p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/41da0e33585b09c5c1bb397f52380914152939ee/original/continuum-rising-jti-santa-hat.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">We have specially priced CD's and DOWNLOAD CARDS in our store. Click <a contents="here " data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store" style="" target="_blank"><span style="color:#c0392b;">here</span></a><span style="color:#c0392b;"> </span>for more info.</span></p>
<p><span style="color:#2c3e50;"><span class="font_large"> </span></span></p>
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<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Sessions" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-sessions" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 1.4em; color: rgb(44, 62, 80);"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/760611b6cec9b9e702b2f5265bbbc2e1ff3bcfc0/medium/mj-sound-healing-pub-gift-cert.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></span></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Online Sound & Energy Healing with MJ: Click <span style="color:#c0392b;"><a contents="here " data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Sessions" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-sessions" style="" target="_blank">here</a> </span>for more info and get a gift certificate</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Sound and Energy Healing Sessions in Ladysmith, BC" data-link-type="page" href="/sound-and-energy-healing-sessions-in-ladysmith-bc" style="" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/717b6819dd9e17b3de84d93fa4bb13e53821e17b/medium/sound-and-energy-healing-gift-certificate.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><span style="color:#2c3e50;">Sound & Energy Healing Massage with MJ: Click </span><a contents="here " data-link-label="Sound and Energy Healing Sessions in Ladysmith, BC" data-link-type="page" href="/sound-and-energy-healing-sessions-in-ladysmith-bc" style="" target="_blank"><span style="color:#c0392b;">here </span></a><span style="color:#2c3e50;">for more info </span>and get a gift certificate</span></p>
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<p><span class="font_large"><a contents="" data-link-label="Creative Drumming Workshops" data-link-type="page" href="/creative-drumming-workshops" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/4e0401c10b92717e30bb2dc0fa222ae6840ffb90/medium/creative-drumming-gift-certificates-pub.png" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><span style="color:#2c3e50;">Creative Drumming Individual Classes with MJ: Click </span><a contents="here " data-link-label="Creative Drumming Workshops" data-link-type="page" href="/creative-drumming-workshops" style="" target="_blank"><span style="color:#c0392b;">here </span></a><span style="color:#2c3e50;">for more info </span>and get a gift certificate</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color:#c0392b;"><span class="font_xl">Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!</span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color:#c0392b;"><span class="font_xl">With love,</span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color:#c0392b;"><span class="font_xl">MJ and Dean</span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sacredfiremusic.com" target="_blank"><span style="color:#c0392b;"><span class="font_xl">www.sacredfiremusic.com</span></span></a></p>
<p> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/48396462017-10-16T18:03:22-07:002020-09-16T03:26:33-07:00CALLOUT FOR CHILDREN VOICES<p><strong><a contents="LIRE LA VERSION FRANÇAISE ICI" data-link-label="Recherchees-voix_parlees_enfants" data-link-type="file" href="/files/307900/Recherchees-voix_parlees_enfants" target="_blank">LIRE LA VERSION FRANÇAISE ICI</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span class="font_large">Hello Everyone! </span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font_large">We are reaching out to our <a contents="SacredFire " data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home">SacredFire </a>Family around the globe to help us <strong>record children speaking</strong> (in any language) for a song that will be featured on our upcoming album. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="UZwDDms6tmI" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/UZwDDms6tmI/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UZwDDms6tmI?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p><span class="font_large">What will the child be doing? </span></p>
<ul> <li>She/he will be recorded by you (with your smartphone... let's keep it simple - see details below). </li> <li>She/he will be giving some "peace of advice" on what we could do to create a more calm and peaceful world. All languages are welcome!</li>
</ul>
<p><span class="font_large">A few specifics: </span></p>
<ul> <li>Please send recordings of children from 3 to 11 yrs old. </li> <li>Voice only (no background music, or noise of any kind (dogs barking; trucks, planes, coughing, talking, ventilator, etc.). </li> <li>You will send us the recordings via the Internet. If the child is speaking in a language other than English or French, please send us the translation.</li> <li>All submissions will be listened to, and we will reply to everyone in an email.</li> <li>The chosen recording(s) will be mixed in studio to a musical track created by <a contents="SacredFire " data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">SacredFire </a>(featuring soft, soothing instruments such as chimes).</li>
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<p><span class="font_large">Your role: To create a calm space, ask questions & record the child: </span></p>
<ul> <li>Make sure you have a Voice Recorder App on your smartphone (<a contents="IPhone &amp; IPad: see this link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.idownloadblog.com/2016/05/22/best-voice-recording-apps-iphone-ipad/">IPhone & IPad: see this link</a> for best voice recorder apps<br> <a contents=" Android: see this link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.androidauthority.com/best-voice-recorder-apps-for-android-615332/" style="">Android: see this link</a>). </li> <li>In a quiet space, create a calm moment with the child, sitting or laying down. </li> <li>Hold up your phone close to your child, or attach it somewhere close to them so you don't need to hold it. </li> <li>Once the child has attained a relaxed state, hit the record button. </li> <li>Ask specific questions to the child, so that their reply is directly related to the theme of the song : peace & calm (see questions below). </li> <li>We will mute your questions when we edit the track so your voice won't be heard on the final song.</li>
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<p><span class="font_large">The questions: </span></p>
<ul> <li> <p>Ask the child one or more questions like in these examples: </p>
<p>«What do you like to do when you want to feel calm (relaxed, peaceful)?» <br> «How do we feel when we are very calm (relaxed, peaceful)?» <br> «What will happen to me if I am very calm (relaxed, peaceful) each day?» <br> «What will happen on the planet if everybody is very calm and relaxed all the time?»<br> «Do you think that adults in your life are calm and relaxed?<br> «Why is it important to take time to be calm (quiet, relaxed, peaceful)?»<br> Etc..., around the theme of being calm and relaxed</p> </li> <li> <p>At the end, we might like to include children wishes, so you can ask questions like these: </p>
<p>«What is your best wish for all the children in the world?» <br> «What is your best wish for all the adults in the world?» <br> «What is your best wish for all the old people in the world?» <br> «What is your best wish for all the animals in the world?» <br> «What is your best wish for all the trees and flowers in the world?» <br> Etc.</p> </li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 1.4em;">How to send us your files: </span></p>
<ul> <li>We are looking forward to receiving your recordings!! Send us your files using <a contents="www.wetransfer.com " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.wetransfer.com" target="_blank">www.wetransfer.com </a>before January 15th, 2018. You can send as many recordings as you wish. </li>
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<p> </p>
<p>We hope that you enjoy the beautiful moments you will create with the child around the theme of being calm & peaceful. We are very grateful for your participation, and will be looking forward to listening to your recordings!</p>
<p>Don't hesitate to send us your questions by <a contents="Email" data-link-label="" data-link-type="email" href="mailto:sacredfire@sacredfiremusic.com" target="_blank">Email</a></p>
<p>Love & Harmony </p>
<p>~ MJ and Dean</p>
<p><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" style="" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank"><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/7be2f5d993e5a18d3c924970dc98f3e87916ac47/original/top-pic-newsb.jpg?1504734330" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span></a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/47789592017-07-13T23:56:48-07:002020-04-15T11:09:13-07:00New Video: "Stepping Into Clarity ~ remix"<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/z1ytkCE-l34" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/a39bafd5ac1e13753c8abbed6ab6d6f3e2ad5244/original/2017-07-13-new-video-stepping-newsletter-b.jpg?1500226160/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg?1500226160" class="size_l justify_center border_none" alt="SacredFire video Stepping Into Clarity - Continuum" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color:null;">“Our thoughts are not roadblocks to our meditation, they are the divine expression of the universe and the building blocks of infinite possibilities available to us in every moment.” ― davidji </span></p>
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<p><span class="font_regular">Dear Friends of SacredFire, </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">We hope that you are enjoying a peaceful summer! Here in British-Columbia, Canada, wildfires have been affecting many communities, and our hearts go to everyone who has been affected by them. May you and your loved ones be safe. </span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>WATCH OUR NEW VIDEO</strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="z1ytkCE-l34" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/z1ytkCE-l34/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/z1ytkCE-l34?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Here is an occasion to relax. We invite you to take a few minutes to put your headphones on; take your fingers off your phone or computer, and let your thoughts take a vacation with the video of our song "Stepping Into Clarity (remix)", from our album <a contents="Continuum ~ Music for Peace &amp; Healing" data-link-label="Continuum CD" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum-cd" target="_blank">Continuum ~ Music for Peace & Healing</a>. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">This song is the music-only remix of "Stepping Into Clarity ~ Vayu", originally featured on <a contents="Journey to Infinity ~ Music, Mantras &amp; Meditations" data-link-label="Journey to Infinity CD" data-link-type="page" href="/journey-to-infinity-cd" target="_blank">Journey to Infinity ~ Music, Mantras & Meditations</a>; an Ayurvedic Opera by davidji & SacredFire*, based on the 5 elements of Space, Air, Fire, Water & Earth. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">"<a contents="Stepping Into Clarity" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/track/888444/stepping-into-clarity-remix?autostart=true" target="_blank">Stepping Into Clarity</a>" is inspired by the element of AIR. It is a reflexion; a meditation on clarity of thought, and our ability to make choices, resolutions and commitments that support our wellbeing. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_regular"><span style="color:#16a085;">«What step do you take right now to move you from where you are to where you want to be?» ― davidji*</span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p><span class="font_regular">We would love YOUR FEEDBACK on this video. Feel free to share a few words with us <a contents="HERE" data-link-label="Testimonials" data-link-type="page" href="/testimonials">HERE</a>.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Peace and harmony,</span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_regular">MJ and Dean</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">www.sacredfiremusic.com</span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_regular">*Deep gratitude to davidji; for the wise words that inspired our music.</span></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/46126442017-03-01T16:50:24-08:002022-05-10T23:55:44-07:00New on Vancouver Island: Weekly Drumming with MJ<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/8b8b3e4c84eae54de1adbdff7ce3055019e11d71/original/march-2017-creative-drumming-classes-individual.png?1487791423" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>We did it! We are now officially settled on beautiful Vancouver Island. And guess what we finally unpacked in the recent weeks? Our many drums and djembes :) Yes, yes, we are starting to offer workshops on the Island, the first of which was an awesome Creative Drumming Workshop facilitated by MJ a few weeks ago. <br><br>We are now about to start offering weekly Creative Drumming Classes each Friday (3-4:30 pm), and will keep you posted with other types of workshops and presentations in the times to come.<br><br>Here are a few details of this series of drumming classes:<br> <p><span class="font_large"><strong>Fun & empowering CREATIVE DRUMMING classes.</strong></span> </p>
<p>The first part of each class focuses on developing rhythmic & technical hand drumming abilities. </p>
<p>In the second part, we explore different techniques to learn to improvise and create our own rhythms. </p>
<p>We mostly use Djembe drums (and other percussion instruments). </p>
<p>*** </p>
<p>You can attend any class, at any time, as long as you register. </p>
<p>Register for 1 class: $17 ~ Prepaid Class Bundles: 5 classes: $65 | 10 classes: $120 </p>
<p>Here is the link to the complete info, and to register: <a contents="https://sacredfiremusic.com/creative-drumming-classes" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://sacredfiremusic.com/creative-drumming-classes">https://sacredfiremusic.com/creative-drumming-classes</a><br><br><br>Hope to see you there!<br> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/45811832017-02-07T21:52:06-08:002020-04-15T11:10:29-07:00Climb the Mountain (remix) on YouTube<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="j23Wlw3y81o" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/j23Wlw3y81o/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/j23Wlw3y81o?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="360" width="640" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br><br>SacredFire's song "Climb the Mountain (remix)" is now on <a contents="YouTube" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/j23Wlw3y81o" target="_blank">YouTube</a>.<br><br>Listen to / buy the complete CD <a contents="here" data-link-label="Continuum CD" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum-cd" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>Inspired by the five elements of Space, Air, Fire, Water and Earth, CONTINUUM is the music-only remix of “<a contents="Journey to Infinity" data-link-label="Journey to Infinity CD" data-link-type="page" href="/journey-to-infinity-cd" target="_blank">Journey to Infinity</a>”, the Ayurvedic Opera by #davidji & #SacredFire. </p>
<p>“Climb the Mountain” is part of the Earth tracks of Continuum. It refers to the concept of manifestation of our thoughts, words and deeds in the physical realm. </p>
<p>⊕⊕⊕ Dean Richards: Guitars, vocals, drums / MJ Vermette: Vocals, percussion ⊕⊕⊕ </p>
<p>Worldbeat Music Medicine Artists, <a contents="Marie Josée Vermette" data-link-label="More about Mj" data-link-type="page" href="/more-about-mj" target="_blank">Marie Josée Vermette</a> (aka MJ) and <a contents="Dean Richards" data-link-label="More about Dean" data-link-type="page" href="/more-about-dean" target="_blank">Dean Richards</a>, of '<a contents="SacredFire" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">SacredFire</a>' are unique in their approach to music. A blend of their talents as healers, teachers and musicians brings the listener to a space where they can let go of tensions, and connect with their higher purpose and stepping out to live it. </p>
<p>Their heart-centered intuition fuels the powerful and beautiful sounds they produce in the form of chanting, drumming and a mix of eclectic instruments. </p>
<p>Discover SacredFire: <a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" style="" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a><br><br>Your comments are welcome!</p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/45684062017-01-29T15:37:19-08:002020-04-15T11:11:12-07:00Free Song Download: Rhâ! Tcheba<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Rha Tcheba" data-link-type="page" href="/rha-tcheba"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/e6f9eb5e309c68a5177f9828f6b617930a0d4935/original/rha-tcheba-image-cd-cover.png?1485733123/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.png?1485733123" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a><br>Dear SacredFire Friends, </p>
<p>We have been inspired by recent gatherings around the world in support of women's & human rights, and we would like to share our song "Rhâ! Tcheba" with you and your friends. Listen to the song and get your free download <a contents="here" data-link-label="Rha Tcheba" data-link-type="page" href="/rha-tcheba">here</a>.</p>
<p>We believe in respectful, peaceful and inclusive communication between all humans, all over the world. May all of our hearts shine bright, and may our actions be ignited by the power of love. </p>
<p><a contents="Rhâ! Tcheba" data-link-label="Rha Tcheba" data-link-type="page" href="/rha-tcheba">Rhâ! Tcheba</a> is a tribute to the power and the strength which resides in the feminine, and is featured on our EP Rising (2011). </p>
<p>We hope that you enjoy our song, and that you will feel moved to share it with your friends! </p>
<p>Love & Harmony </p>
<p>~ MJ and Dean <br><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/45214692016-12-21T22:09:18-08:002017-01-09T13:41:37-08:002016 Winter Solstice & Christmas Blessings + Song ImprovisationsDear Soul & Sound Family,<p><a contents="In this 2016-12-21 video newsletter" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/ge7pqlutpk4">In this 2016-12-21 video newsletter</a>, we reflect on winter solstice, and the meaning of the Christmas season. We wish you peace within, and invite you to shine your light & share your gifts with the world. </p>
<p>We also offer you two improvised songs with the mindful intention of nurturing the joy and inviting the light into your hearts & minds.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="ge7pqlutpk4" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/ge7pqlutpk4/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ge7pqlutpk4?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p>With love & gratitude,<br><br>MJ & Dean<br>www.sacredfiremusic.com</p>
<div style="text-align: center;"> </div>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/45075762016-12-12T13:27:42-08:002016-12-12T13:27:42-08:00Holiday Sale: SacredFire CD's, Download Cards, Online Sessions & Gift Certificates<p>Dear Friends, </p>
<p>To celebrate the holidays, we have discounted our music and online sessions. </p>
<p>We now have gift cards and gift certificates available, too. Place your order today to get your shipment in time for Christmas.<br><br><a contents="Visit our online store" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store">Visit our online store</a></p>
<p>Love & Harmony </p>
<p>Mj and Dean <br>www.sacredfiremusic.com</p>
<p><br><a contents="" data-link-label="Continuum CD" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum-cd"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/b64f8ce86f6b713d59ba3c5e75986008a67fc6b8/medium/continuum-download-card-frame.png?1481577774" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/f05c51bfefd2936410071092d09c27977449165b/medium/3-albums-frame-20-off-top.png?1481577687" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a><br><a contents="" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/247e0dcff4f090513319719373b4bda9cb2c104f/medium/skype-journeys-for-website-frame-snow-20-off.png?1481577728" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a><br><a contents="" data-link-label="Online Sound and Energy Coaching" data-link-type="page" href="/online-sound-and-energy-coaching"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/760611b6cec9b9e702b2f5265bbbc2e1ff3bcfc0/medium/mj-sound-healing-pub-gift-cert.jpg?1481577910" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/44643842016-11-14T03:26:04-08:002016-11-14T03:26:04-08:002016-11-12 Vocal Improv on the road to lighten our heavy hearts2016-11-12. Little vocal improv on the road, while relaxing and reflecting in Côte d'Azur, France. Our hearts were heavy with worries about the anger and lack of unity on the planet, and thinking of many of our friends who are experiencing grief, health and life challenges at this time. <p>As we often do, to raise our spirits, and to send positive vibes to the world, we spent a few minutes connecting with the natural elements and simply improvising, from the heart. Nothing too serious... just shifting our emotional expression to feel more love & light. Thought we would share this one with you all ;)</p>
<p>Peace in your hearts, </p>
<p>MJ Vermette & Dean Richards of www.sacredfiremusic.com</p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/sacredfiremusic/videos/1088267884603125/?pnref=story"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/7e83660569ab529b820cfa7bfb81491661abdf10/original/20161112-155808-triangle.png?1479122449" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/44502012016-11-06T04:14:42-08:002020-04-15T11:17:31-07:00November 2016 SacredFire Video Newsletter: Recording in Europe - Update #2<p><span class="font_large">Dear Friends & Family,<br><br>A warm hello from sunny Ibiza (Spain), where we have been having an awesome time, discovering high vibration spaces and recording sounds, rhythms and vocals for our upcoming album, which is being produced in collaboration with <a contents="Anahataflow.eu" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.anahataflow.eu">Anahataflow.eu</a>.<br><br>We thought we would say "hello" from a magnificent 100,000+ yr old fossilised cave, which we had the immense privilege to rent for our recordings. Cova de Can Marca was formed by earth faults and has survived through ice ages and tropical heat waves.</span></p>
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<br><strong><span style="color:#B22222;"><a contents="Watch the video newsletter here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/UX0UQ7Mg3Ok" target="_blank"><u><span class="font_xl">Watch the video newsletter here</span></u></a></span></strong>
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<br>WHY DO WE RECORD IN CAVES AND OTHER UNUSUAL PLACES as well as our SacredFire Studio?</h4>
<p><br><span class="font_large">The message that we convey through our Worldbeat Music Medicine is one of peace, harmony and healing. We like to be infused with the calm, revitalizing, grounding vibration of natural locations such as caves, mountains, forests and other "non man made" environments.The audio produced in these places, along with our direct connection with nature just can't be duplicated in a studio. <br><br>In our travels, we also enjoy capturing sounds, vocals and rhythms in ancient places of worship and ceremonial gatherings. Recording in these sites brings a sense of relation to the many generations of humans who have walked the path before us. </span><br><span class="font_large"><span style="font-size: 1.4em;"> </span></span><br><br>A GLIMPSE OF SOME OF OUR EXPERIENCES ON IBIZA<br> </p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_large">During our stay on the island, we recorded some rhythms in a modern stone circle called "Time and Space" that reminded us of the famous Stonehenge. Facing the magical rock island of Las Vedra, which is said by some to be the third most magnetic spot on the planet, the immense structure was created by Australian artist Andrew Rogers, and funded by Guy Laliberte, Canadian founder of Cirque du Soleil. It is formed by 13 pillars of basalt that follow the <a contents="Fibonacci sequence" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://math.temple.edu/~reich/Fib/fibo.html" target="_blank">Fibonacci sequence</a>. The central pillar reaches 20 meters high and its summit is covered with 23 carat gold... A memorable experience!</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/e5008aa837ab11f3288769cc5cc584bfe7a6d94f/medium/20161031-174825-re.jpg?1478366880" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/7271b57ba9f1ca257217480c18e2fd295598d4cc/medium/st44-re.jpg?1478366875" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/f0fadee32c990399e0c234eab6fdfdebf14c6d6f/medium/20161031-164754-re.jpg?1478366877" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><br>Our adventures also took us by boat to visit amazing beaches and caves near a power spot called Atlantis; and we somehow ended up recording drumming in the "Pirate Cave", used for many years by actual pirates to unload their goods from their boats to the island. We have a feeling that this specific recording will end up on a very playful song! </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/f725079b91373984ab464711a6faa98abd366d13/medium/p1290043-re.jpg?1478367852" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/f5c45a4d968f5c35bc10372f420dbb2f9c8a9b48/medium/p1290022-re.jpg?1478367849" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/31f0c3a1cf26c0360b275b2a4b7001a5199fa41a/medium/b25-re.jpg?1478367847" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></span></p>
<p><br><br><span class="font_large">We also enjoyed rehearsing and preparing some music in our Ibiza villa with breathtaking views - such an inspiring location! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/bcb24baab43c657b0635cd3dc9f8b94ee1271ff0/medium/20161020-164022-re.jpg?1478368251" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/69a4f3c228215399a30cb40f574a5e7724d32421/medium/55-re.jpg?1478368250" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/34594894dfbe6983366556c37d794696f1d6dc52/medium/20161018-184742-re.jpg?1478368419" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/c69cce7d6fcdfd8f4ffecc4e532dfab070157e82/medium/20161017-124603-re.jpg?1478368251" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/c41b1c1de0d54333860a749b443b72389d01884e/medium/20161026-193359-re.jpg?1478368251" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></span></p>
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<p><span class="font_large">We are spending these 6 weeks in Europe with Magali Devi, founder of Anahataflow.eu, who is co-producing SacredFire's upcoming album. Magali is a vedic master and a yoga, meditation & Perfect Health instructor, whose purpose is also to create a better place for the world's children. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for her energy, passion, love and support.</span></p>
<p><br><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/d3eadea25ac417a2143867c3b93d3b9f8a21ca6c/original/st12-re.jpg?1478368521" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://sacredfiremusic.com/blog/blog/nov-20-26-2016-at-europa-park-germany-what-happens-during-sacredfire-magali-devi-s-yoga-week-re"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/a2384d27059d1b2188f2aa58939f473fd9c5533c/original/flyer-complete.png?1475037576" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><a contents="Join us Nov. 20-25th 2016" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://sacredfiremusic.com/blog/blog/nov-20-26-2016-at-europa-park-germany-what-happens-during-sacredfire-magali-devi-s-yoga-week-re">Join us Nov. 20-25th 2016</a> at Magali Devi's Yoga Week at Europa-Park (Germany),<br>where SacredFire will be presenting meditative concerts & workshops each day.</span></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/44289262016-10-20T13:55:21-07:002021-06-26T16:53:56-07:00Hello from Ibiza, Spain! - SacredFire recording in Europe, update #1<span class="font_large">3 days of air, water and road travels have taken us to beautiful landscapes, welcoming hosts and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean sea in Ibiza, Spain.<br><br>After chilling out for a few days to get over our Canadian jet lag, we are now bubbling with creative ideas for the recording of our next album.<br><br>For the next 3 weeks, healthy internet connection permitting, we will be keeping you posted with videos and photos of our recording adventures. Don't hesitate to give us your feedback on our blog, our <a contents="Facebook page" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/sacredfiremusic">Facebook page</a> or out <a contents="Facebook group" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/sacredfiremusic/">Facebook group</a>!<br><br>Peace and love, and music always,<br><br>MJ and Dean</span><br><br> <div style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_xl">HELLO FROM IBIZA:<br><a contents=" CLICK HERE TO WATCH OUR SHORT&nbsp;VIDEO" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="<iframe%20src=%22https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsacredfiremusic%2Fvideos%2F1066411976788716%2F&show_text=0&width=560%22%20width=%22560%22%20height=%22315%22%20style=%22border:none;overflow:hidden%22%20scrolling=%22no%22%20frameborder=%220%22%20allowTransparency=%22true%22%20allowFullScreen=%22true%22></iframe>">CLICK HERE TO WATCH OUR SHORT VIDEO</a></span></div>
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<br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="<iframe%20src=%22https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsacredfiremusic%2Fvideos%2F1066411976788716%2F&show_text=0&width=560%22%20width=%22560%22%20height=%22315%22%20style=%22border:none;overflow:hidden%22%20scrolling=%22no%22%20frameborder=%220%22%20allowTransparency=%22true%22%20allowFullScreen=%22true%22></iframe>"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/45c1f71015c94fb39b202446964bcce1120082b5/medium/20161014-163639-re.jpg?1476986717" class="size_m justify_none border_none" alt="Windy Vancouver Island Airport" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/c7514c807f51ceeaf59c053fab82694aba50a9b3/medium/20161016-123058-re.jpg?1476986884" class="size_m justify_none border_none" alt="With our wonderful guest Magali Devi in Cote d'Azur" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/12e3610b7ae03a8557e169533a79edebdb00aaa0/medium/20161017-052138-re.jpg?1476987102" class="size_m justify_none border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/49d6a59aa4c8401f6b16e70a28103bc91901275f/medium/20161018-184742-re.jpg?1476988089" class="size_m justify_none border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/ddbc6d8eacb4308aed00679c058de4177d788771/medium/20161017-171140-re.jpg?1476988484" class="size_m justify_none border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/def7b62baa4507c387fe9d3eef0757e11f73e26e/medium/20161017-111447-re.jpg?1476987679" class="size_m justify_none border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/39a1a074dcc1758b36c3a201209e39cb78ed45d0/medium/20161018-161011-re.jpg?1476988869" class="size_m justify_none border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/8d8d0dcdfb285e386efc8e755d66af89ec74c8e9/medium/20161019-184230-re.jpg?1476989234" class="size_m justify_none border_" /></a>
</div><br> SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/43933582016-10-17T23:25:00-07:002020-11-23T10:22:47-08:00What happens during SacredFire & Magali Devi's Yoga Week in Germany? <p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.europapark.de/sites/default/files/Yoga_Wochen_Flyer_2016_GB.PDF" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/a2384d27059d1b2188f2aa58939f473fd9c5533c/original/flyer-complete.png?1475037576" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a><br>This year again, SacredFire's MJ & Dean will be offering their Music Medicine and their workshops at Magali Devi's Yoga Week at Europa-Park (Germany), from Nov. 20th to 25th. What goes on during these 6 days?</p>
<ul> <li>Everyone relaxes... deeply! You practice meditation, and receive sound & music medicine sessions. You relax at the sauna and the pool area. You get a free 25 min. massage with high quality oils from Ceylon.<br> </li> <li>You participate in Sound Medicine workshops, and learn some sound healing techniques to help you feel at peace and energized.<br> </li> <li>You enjoy the comfort of the 4-star superior themed hotel 'Bell Rock'.<br> </li> <li>Each day, you participate in 2 yoga classes with Magali Devi; some with live music from SacredFire.<br> </li> <li>You learn about the healing science of Ayurveda, a 5000 year old healing modality. You get an assessment of your individual "Dosha" type. You learn about ayurvedic herbs.<br> </li> <li>You take refreshing group walks in nature.<br> </li> <li>You eat delicious & healthy meals, prepared by an ayurvedic chef from Ceylon. You learn the basics of ayurvedic cuisine.<br> </li> <li>You bond, laugh and make friends with a community of like-minded people.<br> </li> <li>The proceeds from this retreat are donated to a local youth centre - Reigel</li> <li>And there are surprises, too!</li>
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<p>This 6 day Yoga Week is organised by <a contents="Anahataflow" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.anahataflow.com" target="_blank">Anahataflow</a>'s shining light, our dear friend and collaborator Magali Devi. <br>Magali is a Chopra Centre certified Vedic Master, and internationally recognized yoga teacher RYT 200.<br> </p>
<div style="text-align: center;">Watch the the promo video</div>
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<br>Check out a few photos from the last few years at our retreats with Magali Devi at Europa-Park<br> </div>
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<p>Infos and registrations for Nov 20-25 2016 Yoga Week (in German): http://www.anahataflow.org/events/yoga-week-2016/</p>
<p>Download the retreat PDF pamphlet HERE.<br><br> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/44196062016-10-14T07:40:00-07:002017-01-15T12:44:32-08:00Leaving today for a 6 week recording tour in Europe<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/d84549d9dd50aeab74f40edcbed3e6c391b24483/original/deer.png?1476473411" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>We had a sweet visit in our backyard this morning, before heading out to the airport. Traditionally, Celtic and Native American hunters prayed to the deer so their hunt would be successful. In return, they vowed to only take what was essential for the survival of their tribe. A good reminder that we should be mindful of our actions and loving to all beings. </p>
<p>As we leave for a 6 week recording journey in Europe, we set our intention that we will move through our voyage in the spirit of love for all beings, and work towards melting the barriers that separate humans from each other and other life forms. </p>
<p>May this energy guide each of our footsteps and encounters, so that the vibrations of this essence be infused in the sounds and music that will end up on our next album.</p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/44022662016-10-03T15:47:15-07:002017-01-15T12:44:32-08:00NOW AVAILABLE: YOUR PERSONAL MUSIC JOURNEY ON SKYPE. YOUR OWN SONG. YOUR OWN VIDEO ~ Gift Certificates and Bookings.<p><span class="font_large"><a contents="" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/1a270a8cd8518f932447138e24e69c496835cb8f/large/online-skype-4.png?1475457846" class="size_xl justify_center border_" /></a><br>We are excited to launch our new <a contents="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank">Music Journey</a><a contents="Skype Music Journey&nbsp;GIFT CERTIFICATES and BOOKINGS&nbsp;" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank"> GIFT CERTIFICATES and BOOKINGS </a>for individuals and couples via Skype. </span><span class="font_large">Here's how it works:</span><br><br><span style="color:#B22222;">SKYPE MUSIC JOURNEY</span> </p>
<ul> <li>We initiate the session with a 15-20 min. chat, to allow you to express your needs. </li> <li>We create a live, intuited, song, with the mindful intention of bringing you peace, harmony & wellbeing.</li> <li>We complete with a 15-20 min. conversation, in which we may suggest some Rebalancing Sound & Energy Exercices according to your needs & wishes. <br> </li>
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<p><span style="color:#B22222;">YOUR SONG ON MP3 </span></p>
<p>Your Music Medicine Journey is recorded, mixed and output as an MP3 song. We might add extra enhancements to your song after the original Skype session. We will send you your unique MP3 song via Email.</p>
<p><br><span style="color:#B22222;">VIDEO OF YOUR MUSIC JOURNEY</span> </p>
<p>Your Music Medicine Journey is filmed, and the new, edited song on MP3 is used in the soundtrack. We send you the link to download your video to your computer. </p>
<p><br>To reserve your Skype Sound & Music Medicine Journey with SacredFire, you need to pay for your session in advance. <a contents="Check out our HOLIDAY SPECIALS" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank">Check out our HOLIDAY SPECIALS</a> (until Jan. 5th, 2017).<br><br><a contents="" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/57e2c66530ef9cb73a6fcf36d0d566e030ba5c79/small/holiday-special-prices.png?1475532897" class="size_s justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="FULL BOOKING DETAILS HERE" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank"><span class="font_large"><span style="color:#B22222;"><strong>CLICK HERE TO GET ALL THE BOOKING DETAILS</strong></span></span></a><br> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="font_large"><a contents="Watch this video " data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank">Watch this video </a>of a Skype Music Medicine Journey recorded in Dec. 2015</span></strong><br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="Aemc7KNHkcw" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/Aemc7KNHkcw/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Aemc7KNHkcw?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="400" width="600" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br><br><br><br>Visit our Web Page for more details: <a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com/" data-link-label="Skype Music Journeys" data-link-type="page" href="/skype-music-journeys" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com/skype-music-journeys</a></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/43173142016-08-09T15:22:11-07:002017-01-15T12:44:31-08:00Our August 2016 Newsletter Is Out!<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/39103f4d547a1b8ec7d4c0e4cb8e9b8327a60c8b/original/2016-08-newsletter-header-1.png?1470781194" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><p>Dear Friends, </p>
<p>Summer is shining bright, and we have some big news to share. Yes, we encountered a bear in the forest a few days ago (funny details below) ~ but that's not the focus here. You probably have guessed (or read about it) by now... we got married! </p>
<p>The first half of 2016 has kept us busy with studio work (we are building a tv and film music library), 4 weeks concerts & workshops in California & Quebec, and a fun participation at the West Coast Yoga Festival. Those of you whofollow us on Facebook will have seen a few pictures and video snippets. We had a blast! </p>
<p>Around solstice, we spontaneously decided to plan our wedding, which we manifested on July 10th in our home town of Brackendale (Squamish, BC, Canada). </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="kiVF_bpprBM" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/kiVF_bpprBM/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kiVF_bpprBM?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Watch a musical clip of our wedding </p>
<p>Much, much gratitude to our friends and community who celebrated with us, and to all that have already sent us your best wishes from around the globe. In our hearts, we value kindness, trust, and commitment to develop and maintain healthy relationships and it is our desire that, by showing the world the quality of our love, we can contribute to a more caring, peaceful world. </p>
<p>This month, we invite you to celebrate LOVE with us. Let's honor each other's sacred fire; and the divine that resides in All That Is. Let's manifest this by stimulating our inner fire, to better "digest" our emotions, take good care of ourselves and others around us, and by acting in ways that will help everyone grow their goodness. </p>
<p>Here is our gift to you! Until August 31st, get a FREE DOWNLOAD of our song Burning Brightly (remix), from our album Continuum (the music remix from "Journey to Infinity" by davidji & SacredFire). This track will stimulate your "emotional fire". Please feel free to share it with those you love! </p>
<p>Peace and Harmony, </p>
<p>MJ & Dean <br>www.sacredfiremusic.com <br><br><a contents="READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/kiVF_bpprBM" target="_blank">READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE</a><br> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/42379352016-06-19T12:00:16-07:002017-01-15T12:44:31-08:00SacredFire Participative Concert at West Coast Yoga Festival<p>Click on image below to see short video. SacredFire setting up at the West Coast Yoga Festival for our evening concert!<br> </p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/sacredfiremusic/videos/974281532668428/" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/2bb5728c7d2657ff119a40af7d76230005899091/original/20160619-091341.jpg?1466363179" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a>
<div style="text-align: center;">Click on image to see video</div>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/41344832016-04-13T12:01:44-07:002017-01-15T12:44:31-08:00Ne manquez pas SacredFire en tournée au Québec - 17 mai au 5 juin 2016<a contents="SacredFire Tournée Québec 2016" data-link-label="SacredFire Francais" data-link-type="page" href="/sacredfire-francais">SacredFire Tournée Québec 2016</a><a contents="" data-link-label="SacredFire Francais" data-link-type="page" href="/sacredfire-francais"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/cd18033a8135e04705c3420d5eadd83268f714cf/original/sacredfire-tournee-qc-2016-v-3.png?0" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/41003282016-03-22T14:43:46-07:002020-04-15T11:20:44-07:00New Video of "Healing Flow" by SacredFire<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/2UJsiHAsBtM"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/6df082c221a0ad65eac745f4d9a40078a0bde695/original/healing-flow-video-image.png?0" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>On March 22nd 2016, SacredFire released the <a contents='official video of their song "Healing Flow" ' data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/2UJsiHAsBtM">official video of their song "Healing Flow" </a>(from their album <a contents="Continuum" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum">Continuum</a>), to celebrate International World Water Day.</p>
<p>UN states that World Water Day is a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. <br> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color:#e67e22;"><strong><em>"By holding the intention of peace towards water, by thinking, speaking and acting with the intention of peace towards water, water can and will bring peace, to our bodies and to the world." ~ Dr. Masaru Emoto</em></strong></span></p>
<p>All footage was shot on SacredFire's journeys around the world, and the <a contents="video&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/2UJsiHAsBtM">video </a>was edited with pure love & gratitude for the rivers, waterfalls, lakes and streams; the warm seas and the refreshing oceans that perpetuate life on Earth. <br> </p>
<p>This song is the music-only remix of "Healing Flow~Jala", from the album "Journey to Infinity" by davidji & SacredFire. </p>
<p>"Healing Flow (remix)" can be downloaded <a contents="here" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum">here</a><a contents="here: www.sacredfiremusic.com/continuum" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum">: www.sacredfiremusic.com/continuum</a></p>
<p><a contents="MJ Vermette" data-link-label="About Us" data-link-type="page" href="/about-us">MJ Vermette</a>: vocals <br><a contents="Dean Richards" data-link-label="About Us" data-link-type="page" href="/about-us">Dean Richards</a>: guitar, vocals, drums and keys <br>Special guest musician: John Turnbull (EBow). <br><br> </p>
<hr><p><span style="color:#e67e22;">On a compassionate note, we are saddened by the terrorist attacks that occurred in Brussels on 2016-03-22, and our love goes out to all those who are suffering. May your be at peace and may there be light in the hearts of all humans. <br><br>MJ and Dean</span><br><span style="color:#B22222;"><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a></span></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/39895932016-01-14T22:54:50-08:002020-08-18T11:15:38-07:00New meditation song: Ayin Mem Mem<p>Dear SacredFire friends & family,<br><br>We are kicking off 2016 with a collaboration with meditation master <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.davidji.com">davidji</a>, who recorded the first of his series of 10 guided meditations on the 2016 edition of the Winter Feast for the Soul to our new song <em>Ayin Mem Mem</em>.<br><br>Listen to/download "Ayin Mem Mem" here: <a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a><br> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/6b54f8f5c9996aba905c41a2a7c95a7fefecb03b/small/ayin-mem-mem.png?0" class="size_s justify_center border_" />The lyrics are a mixture of Hebrew letters, and part of the "72 Names of God" in the Kabbalah tradition, </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/39674122015-12-23T23:39:10-08:002022-03-14T10:31:23-07:00HOLIDAY FREE SONG DOWNLOAD<p><span class="font_large"><span style="color:null;">Happy Holidays from Dean & MJ!<br><br>May you & your loved ones be blessed with peace in your hearts.<br><br>We wish to offer you this free song gift:</span><span style="color:#B22222;"> <a contents="SHANTI (remix)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://sacredfiremusic.com/shanti" target="_blank">SHANTI (remix)</a></span></span><br><br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://sacredfiremusic.com/shanti" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/155cc22609d160ecb6f1c45c53eb714748fa37c0/small/download.png?1440299700" class="size_s justify_center border_" /></a><span class="font_large"><span style="color:null;">This song is from our album </span><a contents="CONTINUUM" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank"><span style="color:null;">CONTINUUM</span></a><span style="color:null;">, which is the music remix of our album </span><a contents="Journey to Infinity" data-link-label="Journey to Infinity" data-link-type="page" href="/journey-to-infinity" target="_blank"><span style="color:null;">Journey to Infinity</span></a><span style="color:null;"> by davidji & SacredFire.</span></span></p>
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<p><span class="font_large">Lyrics:<br>Interpretation of the Shanti Aitareya Upanishad mantra <br> <br>oṃ vāṅ me manasi pratiṣṭhitā <br>mano me vāci pratiṣṭhitamāvīrāvīrma edhi <br>vedasya ma āṇisthaḥ <br>śrutaṃ me mā prahāsīr (x2) <br> <br>anenādhītenāhorātrān saṃdadhāmy <br>ṛtam vadiṣyāmi satyaṃ vadiṣyāmi <br>tanmāmavatu <br>tadvaktāramavatu <br>avatu avatu mām (x2) <br>avatu vaktāram <br>avatu vaktāram <br>avatu vaktāram mam <br> <br>CHORUS <br>OM shanti shanti shanti</span></p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/39563112015-12-08T19:00:48-08:002017-01-15T12:44:31-08:00Looking for a special Holiday gift for someone you love?For the Holiday season, we have created deliciously priced CD and digital album download packages for you. Have the CD's delivered to your door or Email inbox, or give us an alternate delivery address.<br><a contents="Click HERE to visit our online store and place your order now!" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store">Click HERE to visit our store and place your order now!<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/41da0e33585b09c5c1bb397f52380914152939ee/medium/continuum-rising-jti-santa-hat.png?1449630018" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/39528292015-12-06T18:57:48-08:002023-12-10T09:22:31-08:00New SacredFire Ringtones for Your Phone!They're here! 5 ringtones for your phone, available for download now.<br>From our latest album "Continuum", we have created one ringtone per element: Earth, Water, Fire, Air & Space.<br>Choose and download them for your different phone ringtones & notifications today!<br>Click here to download our SacredFire ringtones: <a contents="http://sacredfiremusic.com/store" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store" target="_blank">http://sacredfiremusic.com/store</a>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/39036252015-10-21T13:47:02-07:002017-01-15T12:44:31-08:00New from the road (SacredFire in France, 2015-10-21)<div style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Video newsletter" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/MX1C39CpsVQ" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/0d9652bfd07d626a6f6bc094d23138a1d38d6488/large/sf-oct-newsletter-video-image-707.png?1445697617" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="Video newsletter" /></a></div>
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<div><strong>Bonjour from France!</strong></div><br>Over a week ago, we landed in warm & sunny French Riviera. Packed with energy from the release of our new album "<a contents="Continuum" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank">Continuum</a>" (the remix songs from <a contents="Journey to Infinity" data-link-label="Journey to Infinity" data-link-type="page" href="/journey-to-infinity" target="_blank">Journey to Infinity</a> by <a contents="davidji" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.davidji.com" target="_blank">davidji</a> & <a contents="SacredFire" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">SacredFire</a>), our hearts were brimming with fabulous feedback from listeners all over the world who have been experiencing the new album... We wish to thank you all for supporting our <em>Music Medicine</em>, and we are honored to be touching your hearts with our work.<br><br><strong>Recovering from the flood</strong><br><br>A few days before we left our home in Canada, we were saddened to hear about the cataclysm that devastated the Cannes area where we were heading... a colossal storm had hit Côte d'Azur. Waters had dangerously risen, taking away 19 lives and damaging many homes, businesses, roads and structures. We arrived to a grieving community; everyone seemed to have been hurt to some level by the storm, and had a story to tell.<br><br>The outcome of most conversations has been the hope that the tragedy has helped to raise people`s awareness in regards to their relationship with nature - a theme that is present in SacredFire's music & work. We were touched by the compassion and solidarity of the community... once again, we are reminded of the dance of darkness and light; of the frailty of life on Earth and the power of the Elements ̶ life in all its mystery.<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/6bb82bed32f66690417a6723bdf5fabe10d92e52/medium/flood-cannes-cars-photo-justine-grnt-nice-matin.png?1445599494" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="Photo credit: Justine Grnt (Nice Matin)" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/cdc72259f86fa794a0278e5c817d24d9227d9f2e/medium/doll.jpg?1445446876" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="After the storm - Mandelieu-la-Napoule" /><div>
<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/afc25b07f92de8663ed2fa8cf9b5383d96049174/medium/helping.jpg?1445446671" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="Community help - Mandelieu-la-Napoule" style="text-align: center;" /><div style="text-align: center;"><em>We arrived to a grieving community, pulling their forces together to recover from a devestated inundation.</em></div>
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<br>Now that the storm has passed and we are settled for a few weeks, we are taking a few days to explore the beauties of the region, before hitting the "record" button for our new project.<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/f7c035926d4d59a4e71e2e89e721ae8dc6219d70/medium/dean-castle-sea-mandelieu.jpg?1445450380" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="Dean at Chateau de Mandelieu" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/aef0da636f48f4d8acae86e1eed9c9a295b1609b/medium/mj-mandelieu-mountain-map.jpg?1445450532" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="MJ on San Peyre mountain" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/0f459cec05d6391760bd31cca16e114c63b0b4e1/medium/view-from-mandelieu-mountain.jpg?1445450776" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="Mandelieu-la-Napoule view from San Peyre" /><br><strong>Preparing for our concerts in Germany</strong><br><br>... and in our transient apartment in <a contents="Mandelieu-la-Napoule" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.fr/maps/place/Mandelieu-La+Napoule/@43.5334805,6.8479426,12z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x12ce8320cb630595:0x9ead3caddcae74b3?hl=en" target="_blank">Mandelieu-la-Napoule</a>, we are enjoying creating new music, and rehearsing vocals & guitar for our upcoming concerts at Europa-Park, working with the beautiful Magali Devi of <a contents="Anahataflow" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.anahataflow.eu" target="_blank">Anahataflow</a> at our <a contents="ELEMENTALS" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.europapark.de/en/hotels/offers-gift-cards/feel-good-weeks/yoga-week-0811-13112015" target="_blank">ELEMENTALS</a><a contents="ELEMENTALS Yoga week." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.europapark.de/en/hotels/offers-gift-cards/feel-good-weeks/yoga-week-0811-13112015" target="_blank"> Yoga week.</a><br><br>Here is a snippet of a rehearsal and improvisation of our song "<a contents="Healing Flow" data-link-label="Healing-Flow-Remix" data-link-type="page" href="/healing-flow-remix" target="_blank">Healing Flow</a> (remix)", from our latest album "<a contents="Continuum" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank">Continuum</a>".<br>Watch the video on Youtube: <a contents="https://youtu.be/BvGEiVXny-I" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/BvGEiVXny-I" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/BvGEiVXny-I</a><br> <div style="text-align: center;"><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/MX1C39CpsVQ" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/1319b37149defc52de85c9932afd9e8819ee222b/original/sh-rehearsing-video-image-oct-15-694.png?1445699293" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></div>
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<strong>What's next?</strong><br><br>In the coming weeks, we intend to visit high-energy locations in the south of France, Germany and Spain to take in the nurturing vibration & capture some sounds for our new recording project. Keep posted for updates!<br><br>With love and gratitude,<br><br>MJ and Dean<br><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a><br><br> </div>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/38840542015-10-06T01:49:47-07:002020-04-15T11:24:03-07:00Creating Community - SacredFire's CD release party<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/32304bacf23e893fe81519253aead8937d93cf3d/large/cd-release-party.png?1444121370" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="SacredFire CD Release party" /><br>On October 3rd 2015, we launched our new CD "Continuum" with a party back home, in Squamish, BC. Watch the video <a contents="HERE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/TRIMu_DSerU" target="_blank"><span style="color:#e67e22;">HERE</span></a>.<br><br>Squamish is a small town! So we held the event in a local bistro, and had the pleasure of celebrating the new album with our friends & community; their kids and a few elders. Our hearts are filled with joy and memories of laughter; everyone singing, dancing and joining in with shakers.<br><br>As we get ready for our 6 week European recording tour & Yoga & Meditation retreat in Germany at the end of the week, we realize how precious the art of celebrating is. In a world with too few rituals, gathering the community and organizing festivities helps to create strong bonds and solidarity.<br><br>For Mj & Dean of SacredFire, this celebration marked the completion of a cycle of 4 years of fun & meaningful labor that was the recording and producing; and then remixing and refining of the songs that first supported the narrative of a meditation album with our collaborator <em>davidji</em>. But the <em>CD Release Party</em> somehow raised our awareness a notch... The love and support in the air was... well... special. Like a feeling of family. Thank you to everyone that came.<br><br>Yesterday, we learned that the region of Côte d'Azur, in the south of France, where we will be going on Saturday, has been devastated with a tragic storm that took the lives of at least 17 people, and caused a lot of damage to surrounding towns and cities. We are packing our bags with a heavy heart, and loads of positive intentions to share our Music Medicine with this community. We will carry the vibration of our community with us, and will do our best to bring peace and healing everywhere we are on our journey.<br><br>We thought we would share a few memories from the CD Release Party with you here.<br><br>Peace in your hearts,<br><br>Mj and Dean of SacredFire<br>www.sacredfiremusic.com</p>
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<p> </p>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/38801472015-10-02T12:05:13-07:002017-01-15T12:44:30-08:00October 2nd Radio Interview<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/615bd0af6c7b008350d318cb3de014d1f9fb0b8f/medium/sacredfire-darren-mcpeake-mountain-fm.jpg?1443813160" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br>We had an awesome time in the studios of Mountain FM, our home town radio station this morning. Listen to host Darren McPeake ask us questions about our new album <a contents="Continuum" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank">Continuum</a>, our music collaborators and upcoming European recording tour <a contents="HERE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/darrenmcpeake/sacredfire-with-darren-mcpeake-on-mountain-mornings" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br><br><iframe frameborder="no" height="450" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/226606148&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true" width="100%"></iframe>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/38720132015-09-28T09:42:21-07:002017-01-15T12:44:30-08:00Our new CD is out!Our new CD "CONTINUUM" is out!<br><br>Find out all about it here: <a contents="http://tinyurl.com/q5tjbye" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/q5tjbye<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/702a8bde909d0ae4948da3448ada9778272f4b8c/small/sacredfire-continuum-cover-image-1000.png?1442860159" class="size_s justify_left border_" /></a>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/38631622015-09-22T12:19:37-07:002015-09-28T09:59:58-07:00Video Interview: SacredFire's music & missionDuring our recent crowdfunding campaign for our new album, PledgeMusic asked us a few questions about our Music Medicine, and the 15-song album <a contents="CONTINUUM - Music for Peace &amp; Healing" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank">CONTINUUM - Music for Peace & Healing</a> - the remix of the music from "<a contents="Journey to Infinity" data-link-label="Journey to Infinity" data-link-type="page" href="/journey-to-infinity" target="_blank">Journey to Infinity</a>" by davidji & SacredFire. Here's what we had to say: <a contents="https://youtu.be/DRVNmgxEXuA" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/DRVNmgxEXuA" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/DRVNmgxEXuA</a><br><br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="DRVNmgxEXuA" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/DRVNmgxEXuA/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DRVNmgxEXuA?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br>MJ & Dean <a contents="www.sacredfiremusic.com" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic.com</a>SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/38338592015-08-26T18:05:57-07:002020-01-20T04:06:36-08:00The Powerful Sounds of the Didgeridoo<span class="font_regular"><em><span style="color:#800000;">We recently asked Owen McCall, who played didgeridoo on our song '</span><strong><a contents="Sacred Earth" data-link-label="Sacred-Earth-Remix" data-link-type="page" href="/sacred-earth-remix" target="_blank">Sacred Earth</a></strong><span style="color:#800000;">' - (upcoming album '</span><strong><a contents="Continuum" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.pledgemusic.com/sacredfire" target="_blank">Continuum</a></strong><span style="color:#800000;">'), to write a few words on his experience playing this powerful, ancestral instrument. Here is what he had to share:</span></em></span>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_regular"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/1bd6b5d559ea6174793f8b11e0248d3834129dd1/medium/owen-didge.jpg?1440639720" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="" /></span></div><span class="font_regular">"The didgeridoo, which originated some 1,000 or more years ago by indigenous Australians, and traditionally consists of a eucalyptus branch hollowed out by termites, is like no other instrument. Although it plays only one basic pitch, the drone note, it is capable of limitless timbres that are manipulated by shaping the inside of the mouth and tongue, and by adding voice. Complex rhythms are created by various means, such as by pulsing the diaphragm, tonguing, shaping the mouth, and various combinations, thereof. The length of one's breath during playing is overcome by a technique called circular breathing by which air is taken through the nose while a reservoir of air in the cheeks keeps the drone going. This allows for continuous playing that is only limited by the player's endurance. The deep, harmonics-rich sound is evocative and immediately induces a relaxed, trance-like state in the listener. For this reason, the instrument is often used in a spiritual context.<br> <br>I was inspired to learn the didgeridoo when I watched a YouTube video of a Japanese performer, who goes by the stage name "Shibaten", busking in Toronto. His one-man show includes simultaneous hand drumming and a variety of other percussion instruments. I had never seen or heard anything like it! I just had to give it a go and proceeded to build myself a starter instrument out of PVC pipe. A most fascinating journey had begun.<br> <br>What you can do with the didgeridoo is only limited by your imagination. Although players share various techniques, which has a valuable function within the community, my advice for a quality playing session is to set aside any "rules", dive in with a blank mind, and just let your heart interface directly with the instrument. Listen deeply and feel the grounding physical vibrations. This is the mechanism by which your unfettered spirit mind will transport you to one very special place indeed!"<br><br><br><em><span style="color:#800000;">Deepest gratitude to Owen McCall for writing this article, and blessings on your music medicine journey!</span></em></span><br><br><span class="font_regular"><em><span style="color:#800000;">The remix of the song 'Sacred Earth' can be heard </span><strong><a contents="here" data-link-label="Sacred-Earth-Remix" data-link-type="page" href="/sacred-earth-remix" target="_blank">here</a></strong></em><br><br><span style="color:#800000;"><em><strong>Listen & buy the new album 'Continuum' (includes the song "Sacred Earth")</strong><br><a contents="" data-link-label="Continuum" data-link-type="page" href="/continuum" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/be2b67d95b811f092e1c064ef6d5df47e5fa7a57/small/mj-draft-sun-continuum-cover-750-new-album-available-for-pre-order.png?1440686689" class="size_s justify_none border_none" alt="" /></a></em></span></span><br><em style="color: rgb(128, 0, 0);">MJ and Dean<br><a contents="www.sacredfiremusic" data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home--2" target="_blank">www.sacredfiremusic</a></em><br> SacredFire Musictag:sacredfiremusic.com,2005:Post/38370862015-07-01T22:45:00-07:002017-01-15T12:44:30-08:00Do You Have a Voice that Heals?<br>In our spiritual & healing practices, we can all use sound vibration to take our awareness to quieter, more subtle levels; willfully shifting our mind and mental space to achieve an expanded state of consciousness. We can also use this powerful healing force of nature as medicine to shape and transform thoughts, and to help other humans attain a state of deep stillness and balance in which their natural healing process can occur when they are experiencing discomfort, pain and disease.<br><br><a contents="Read the complete article..." data-link-label="A Voice that Heals" data-link-type="page" href="/a-voice-that-heals" target="_blank">Read the complete article...</a><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/68407/6d64840adcb8e7b1346150096ffadbdc14805cc3/small/om-swirl.png?1429303796" class="size_s justify_center border_none" alt="" />SacredFire Music