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Musical possibilities include one or any combination of the following:
Whether providing soft, meditative music on harp and flutes or leading groups in original and traditional songs and chants, I tailor the music to complement the theme of each gathering. For the past fifteen years, I have provided a wide range of original and traditional music & song at retreats, conferences and workshops throughout California and Oregon led and/or sponsored by: Richard Rohr, OFM I also work with talented singer/songwriter Janice Freeman. Together we have provided music for retreats and conferences lead and/or sponsored by: Sr. Helen Prejean "Chris and his marvelous music seem as one!" " We love working with this high-energy multi-talented man! Chris
has a natural sense of what music fits the occasion. His work as
a "music-weaver" for our workshops, retreats & conferences has brought
a richness and a quality that our clients have come to expect." "Chris O'Connell's melodies and stories opened my heart to the
profound healing power of music!" "Chris O'Connell is a compassionate musician, healer, poet and
storyteller. He convinces all who hear him that music is medicine." "Besides having a keen sense of humor, capacity to relate to different
age groups and having an overall zest for life, perhaps one of Chris'
best qualities is his ability to communicate. Whether verbally or
with one of his many instruments, Chris speaks in a language his
audience can hear. He creates "sacred space" for individuals to
find the healer inside themselves" " The musicianship of Chris O'Connell is truly divine!" Praise for O'Connell & Freeman "Chris and Janice...I love your music! Soulful and inspiring,
your music summons us to act for life and for justice. Thank you!" "The clarity and beauty of Chris and Janice's music is matched
by the depth and passion of their commitment toward a more decent
world. Their songs come from the core of their being and will deeply
move your heart." "With their spirited music, Chris and Janice greatly enriched
our three-day Peace Retreat. The songs and instrumental music they
wrote and performed were exceptional - highly appropriate to our
event, which celebrated our love for life and our desire to preserve
it. In addition, the retreatants enjoyed taking part in the meditative
chanting they led and the high-hearted dancing they inspired." "Chris O'Connell and Janice Freeman have provided La Casa de Maria
with music for a number of retreats and workshops. No one has done
it better. The quality of their music, the creativity and connectedness
of mood and purpose make the retreats very special. I highly recommend
them" "It has been a joy and privilege to work with Chris O'Connell
and Janice Freeman. Their inspiration and dedication to Spirit and
to Peace are present in voice and song. The musicianship of Chris
O'Connell is truly divine! Janice's voice is alive with passion!
The world needs their contributions to peace." "Peacemaking is soul work. The music of Chris O'Connell and Janice
Freeman combine these realities in a profound way." "Chris and Janice reach deep into our hearts with their passionate
music and song. Their beautiful and courageous sound soars across
boundaries, disarms our hesitancies and calls us to prayer and action." "Chris and Janice bring a unique blend of ancient chant and contemporary
poetry to their music and song. It inspires the reluctantly inspired
youth and gives heart to the old to know that music and song can
once again be a moving, deeply converting sense of the mystical."
"Praise and thanksgiving for the beauty and passion in the music
and words of Chris and Janice. In quiet listening, one enters the
doorway of reflection, where we are once again challenged and committed
to work for peace, justice and the dignity of all." "Deeply beautiful, quietly inspiring, and richly woven with prayers
for a more just and caring world...The music of Chris and Janice
carries imaginations and hearts to a place of peace where we are
held and healed within the mystery and Sacred presence of Love."
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