WSMF 2008 & 2009

[scott]

The 2008 World Sacred Music Festival was held on Saturday, and it was truly an inspirational event. From the powerful opening by the multitalented Che oke' ten to the closing by Persian trio Shabava and everything between, festival-goers and performers alike seemed to be enjoying themselves and making positive connections. 

I was particularly inspired by the interactive workshops. It was powerful to see a room full of people doing Sufi dance and chant led by the Mevlevi Order of Seattle. And the Shape Note singers just wouldn't stop -- even after their workshop, I kept coming around corners and finding small groups of them singing up a storm. 

More reports, feedback, and photos of this year's festival will be on the festival website soon. But thanks to everyone who participated in making this happen! 

We'll be meeting soon to start planning the 2009 festival, and we'll make an announcement when we have the date. If you want to get involved in making this wonderful event happen, get in touch!

Best, 

Scott Allan Stevens

Artistic Director, World Sacred Music Festival -- Olympia, USA  - March 8, 2008  

http://olysacredmusic.org