Experience an evening of live music, movement and mindfulness in a special curated event at the Oswego Music Hall!  Whether you come for the music, the movement or the relaxation, this unique and memorable event is sure to provide a deep unique experience for all who attend. The music is a collaborative performance, lush with beautiful harmonies and improvisations utilizing traditional and non-traditional instruments performed by Desirée Dawson, and Travis Knapp.  

 

“We hope to inspire and connect people beyond the yoga studio or the traditional music venue with this unique event,” says Ann Buchau, yoga instructor and curator for this event. The Music Hall will exchange their typical cabaret seating for yoga mats to create an informal and intimate connection with the musicians. Chairs will be set up around the perimeter of the room for those not inclined to sit comfortably on the ground. Participants are encouraged to wear loose or comfortable clothing and bring their own mat and props if they have them, (some mats and props will be available). The event will start with some gentle movements led by Ann Buchau of Citya Studios to help stretch, open, prepare the body and clear the mind so that you can fully experience the music. You will then be guided to settle into your choice of a supported restorative pose or a comfortable seated position as you allow the body to integrate the movement into stillness and the music into mindfulness. This musical trio offers an ethereal yet earthy sound, perfect for journeying inward as you allow the sound vibrations to permeate into the tissue and subtle energy body. The result will leave you feeling relaxed, loved and feeling connected to something bigger than yourself. Afterwards enjoy some tea and cookies as you connect and share your experience with this music loving, mindful community.

 

Desirée Dawson is a multi-talented artist, celebrated for her remarkable gifts as a recording artist, songwriter, producer, sound healing facilitator and yoga teacher.

Desirée is  a mixed-race settler, fueled by a deep desire for collective liberation and global indigenous sovereignty . Her music often nods to, and explicitly points at the importance of liberating ourselves by tending to the spaces within us that have been silenced into isolation. She believes that finding ways to love and embrace ourselves goes hand in hand with learning how to love, care, and build with those around us, knowing that music can be such a powerful tool and medicine for that.  

Her main instrument is her powerful yet soothing voice although she is best known for accompanying her voice with her Baritone Ukulele. She can be found playing solo, as a duo or a full band. Her music has elements of  pop, folk, soul, Americana, country and more but it's often just referred to as a singer-songwriter to keep it simple. Being an artist who bends and plays between genres excites her and represents her identify as a multifaceted human and artist.

She is actively songwriting in many genres outside of what she's known for and thrives in any song writing room. Notably, her outstanding musical journey includes a prestigious JUNO Award nomination for album of the year for her project "Meet You At The Light." Her excellence is further underscored by securing two SXSW Music Video Awards wins in 2022 and a distinguished UK Music Video Award nomination for international pop music video of the year, sharing that nomination slot with the likes of Lil Nas X, Rosalia and more. Visit https://www.desireedawsonmusic.com for further information.

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Travis Knapp was born and raised in central New York, traditional and ancestral homeland of the Haudenosaunee people.  Acclaimed versatile and “brilliant musician with a resonant voice,” Knapp offers uplifting songs through his mesmerizing clawhammer banjo, piano, and acoustic vibes, as well as other less-conventional instruments. His music is an expression of his deep-rooted passion for life, respect for our land and desire to connect it all with community. Visit https://travisknapp.com for further information.

 

Ann Buchau is a certified yoga instructor, artist and owner of Citya Studios, living in the Pulaski area creating and inspiring through yoga and art. Buchau integrates various ancient yogic philosophies with a variety of movement practices including gentle, vinyasa, yin, and restorative yoga to help bring balance and harmony to the individual, ultimately, creating a stronger and more loving community through the beautiful transformation of the self. Visit https://www.cityastudios.com  for further information.