Pagan Spirit Gathering 2008 Music & Musicians
	Music is an important part of PSG. There are concerts on the main stage, late night music at Wisteria's coffeehouse, a performing arts show, chanting and singing and drumming at morning Town Meetings, drumming and other music-related workshops, and night long drumming and ecstatic dancing at the Bonfire Circle.

	Arthur Hinds
	Since 1996 Arthur Hinds has been part of Georgia-based Celtic/Pagan band Emerald Rose, in which he's particularly known for his singing, songwriting, and bodhran playing. While continuing with ER, Arthur is now branching out as a solo singer-songwriter, exploring a wide array of musical genres, including folk, jazz, rock, flamenco, and of course Celtic. His song lyrics often delve into the spiritual and mystical dimensions of life's beauties, joys, and sorrows, with Paganism, especially Celtic mythology and tradition, remaining a primary source of inspiration. Arthur is also a student of Bardic poetry and storytelling and has been know to tell a tale or two himself. Website: http://arthurhinds.com

	Celia
	Celia is a cross between an Earthy Enya, Tori Amos, and Gilda Radner. A Red-headed Renaissance Woman, Celia is a singer/songwriter, actress, and storyteller who dishes up the most delicious concoction of the silly and the sacred. She is an amazing multi-faceted artist from powerful heart-felt vocals to wacky comedic improvisations-you honestly never know what will happen with Celia on stage. Celia has opened for notable authors: Neale Donald Walsch, Marianne, Williamson, Dr. Masaru Emoto, and Sonia Choquette, provided live music for the Off-Broadway production of “Rum and Vodka”, received a “Best Storytelling CD” nomination for “Irish Tales” by the International Just Plain Folks Awards (The Grassroots of Grammies). Her “Symbol” song as been named the “Anthem for the Veteran Pentacle Quest” in support of Religious tolerance and acceptance. Celia is currently on tour with her 7th album; “Red, Alabaster and Blue”. The Trestle Foote Faerie (One of Celia’s most beloved Characters) also has her own album titled “Naughty in Pink”. Other releases include” “Fire in the Head”, “Irish Tales”, “Breathe”, “Live at the Rock N Soul Café” and “The Bard of Armagh: A Tribute to Tommy Makem”. No matter how many times you think you’ve seen Celia you can never predict what she will do and how deeply she can reach into the soul of an audience. Website: http://www.celiaonline.com

	Coyote Run
	Native Americans have long held the Coyote to be the trickster spirit the teacher that laughs at himself and that playful, mischievous spirit that crosses boundaries and cannot be held within any set of walls or rules. Celtic traditions are filled with tales of likewise playful, mischievous spirits that will not be constrained. When the early Celtic settlers came to this land and began to have discourse with the indigenous peoples, they tried to find common ground. Coyote often became that common ground as his spirit so aptly described the fairies, leprechauns and other sidhe people of the Celtic lands. So, Coyote Run is named as a band with Celtic inspiration and stylings, yet of decidedly eclectic tastes that will not be constrained by genre or style. Equally at home in front of 10,000 cheering fans at an international festival, or playing in concert halls; whether it be for 300 dedicated listeners in a folk music concert series, or 30 audience members in a lively pub setting, Coyote Run has created a truly magical sound and transcendent live show. The depth and complexity of their music is simply amazing, with poetry that reveals something new with each hearing, original music that interweaves seamlessly with traditional tunes, and energy that is simply non-stop. As was noted in Sing Out! Magazine recently, The Coyotes fascinate beyond their engrossing sound because of the nature of their songs...[the songs contain] all the right stuff: energy, intelligence, and memorable music. Coyote Run’s instrumentation spans a wide range with guitars, mandolins, bagpipes, dulcimer, electric bass, drum set, whistles, flute, trombones, djembe, bodhran, and didgeridoo all coming together to create a rich and ever-changing sound. Coyote Run is David Doersch, Catherine Hauke, Zack Williamson, Michael Kazalski, and Doug Bischoff. Website: http://www.coyoterun.com

	Heather Jinmaku
	Williamsburg, Virginia performing songwriter Heather Jinmaku blends a passion for History, Myth, Legend, Philosophy and Spirituality with an eclectic songwriting style and dynamic voice. Heather spins stories that echo the tales of the Ancients in one moment, then speaks simply and soulfully in the next, creating a unique musical experience with a universal appeal. This endlessly fascinating World is all the inspiration she needs to craft her much beloved Songs.

	Incus
	"Incus is a combination of light and dark. Under the powerful vocals and drums that drive Incus's music is a soul that is rare. If Incus is dark, then it is dark like the woods under a full moon: unexpectedly bright, full of brilliant stars, inviting, warm, natural and seductive." J. Bonni Incus's full sonic spectrum has moved audiences from Boston to Miami to LA and back. An article in Boston's Weekly Dig suggested that they would be better suited performing in the woods around a fire in front of thousands, than on stage at a bar. Strangely enough, the band took up the idea and has since been a major headliner at fire festivals all across the country. Drawing on influences from Middle Eastern, Native American, African and Eastern European musical traditions, Incus is redefining the American Tribal music movement. In addition to five national tours and an independent CD release ("Burning Thread") with guest vocalist Yanka Rupkina, vocalist/composer Jason Cohen is also known for his work developing the "Forestdance Gatherings". Yanka Rupkina, is best known for her work with "The Bulgarian Women's choir", Kate Bush, Linda Ronstadt, and George Harrison. The band/tribe is currently made up of composer Jason Cohen on vocals, keys, accordion and percussion, Jacob Sirios on drums and percussion,Chris Baum on violin, and with special guest SJ Tucker on vocals, Carlos Kampff on upright bass, and Katy Georgio on trombone and vocals. Incus also frequently performs with some incredible dancers, including Jezebel from Phantomime and others. Incus often travels with an accompaniment of beautiful fire spinners when playing venues that allow the art form. There is certainly a magic that is almost impossible to describe about the band's live show. In both their music and ideology, Incus embraces darkness and embodies light. Experiencing Incus can be deeply emotional, uplifting and joyous. With their "music for fire worshippers", Incus's fiery energy has been gaining national recognition. Incus is proud to be releasing their new full length studio album this summer of '08. "Burning Thread", Incus's first full length self released album (Dragonfly Disc), came out in 2004 and is now selling more units then ever. The band is also currently hard at work on their second studio album. Their latest release, "live and acoustic at the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors" was recorded from a performance at Alex Grey's COSM in NYC. During the last four summers, Jason Cohen and Incus toured over 20,000 miles, making music at over 100 fires, and at various festivals and venues. Incus's future has never looked hotter. Official Website: http://www.Incus.net

	Kellianna
	Kellianna is an accomplished musician and performer worldwide. Her CD's Lady Moon and I Walk with the Goddess, are being recognized around the globe as a must have for any lover of Goddess inspired folk music. Her live shows are a combination of acoustic guitar songs and chants to the God and Goddess. She is a certified teacher of SpiritSong, a powerful tool for freeing your voice, for accessing the authentic sound that is you, and for entering into Spirit. Kellianna was trained by Shawna Carol in facilitating this unique approach to spiritual growth. Kellianna facilitates chant circles at festivals and shops all over the states. She is a collector of chants and takes great joy in sharing these chants in her circles. Experienced in the art of ritual chant, she chooses the songs to move energy, to celebrate the ancient mysteries, and to strengthen intention. Kellianna is a singer/songwriter performing powerful Goddess & Mythology inspired Folk Music and Chant at venues such as The 2003, 2004, 2005 & 2008 Goddess Conference in Glastonbury, England and the 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2008 Women of Wisdom Conference in Seattle, Washington, The Everyday Goddess Conference, 2006, 2007 & 2008, The Jack in the Green Festival, Hastings, England May 2006, and Janet Farrar and Gavin Bones Samhain Processional, Athboy Ireland, October 2006, the Pagan Spirit Gathering, Ohio 2007 & 2008, the Enchanted Mountain Goddess Conference, New York, 2007 & 2008, Free Spirit Gathering, Maryland 2008, Witchfest, NY, 2008, Spirits of the Earth Fest, Ontario, 2008, 4th Annual Goddess Fair, MA, 2008, and Earthspirit's Rites of Spring, MA 2008. Website: www.kellianna.com

	One Hat Band
	What do ya get when you take a mom, a dad, a sister, four brothers and a crazy guy named Dave and stick them on a stage together? A great game of family feud? Or a rompin' stompin' sweet singin' 21-year-old rowdy, jazz-grass family band? Now that's more like it! The One Hat Band started in 1983 when 3-year-old Jake Henry got his first fiddle. And they've continued to add a new little fiddler every few years. Being cute is definitely part of what's made this band so loved over the years! Never mind the fact that they're sure to get at least one of your feet stompin'. Though you're most likely to find Michael Glenn(50) strummin' guitar, Cowgirl Pearl(49) thumpin' bass, Jake Henry(24) sizzlin' fiddle, Maple Flo(22) jiggin' mandolin, Jac Chester(17) sawin' fiddle, River Glen(15) smokin' mandolin, Kid Ki(6)fiddling his fiddle, and David going crazy on drums, you might catch Jake on the saxophone, River on guitar, or Dave on the banjo, or maybe everyone tooting a tune on the jugs. And everybody enjoys taking their turn harmonizing and singing lead. The One Hat Band would like to welcome their third generation! Born to David and Maple on July15, 2004, Alam Michael Estafen, TOHB's newest little fiddler. TOHB has released 4 live recordings and in October '04 went into the studio to record their first EP. This nine track disc includes two originals: Backwood Buck and Hold On, and features a different vocalist on each track. The stylings of TOHB are stemmed from their roots in street performance. Having busked at festivals all over the country, they've developed their shows into something closer to theater then just a plain old concert. TOHB has appeared on stages from the NW Folklife Festival in Seattle WA, to the Starwood Festival in Sherman NY, and has expanded their repertoire to cover tunes to please all kinds of audiences including traditional and Irish fiddle tunes, jazz standards, bluegrass, old country, and contemporary folk; from old timers like Hank Williams, Bill Monroe and the Louvin Brothers to new artists like Mason Jennings, Gillian Welch and Greg Brown. Outside of playing music, the Breitbach family likes to grow, cook, eat and sell organic food at their homes and business in Rickardsville and Dubuque, IA.

	Spiral Rhythm
	Spiral Rhythm is a group of friends that have been singing together for almost ten years. They began singing at bonfires, gatherings, and festivals. Slowly, they developed their unique sound complete with deep, multi-textured chants and explosive drums. Spiral Rhythm has gone through many changes, but their goal has always been the same-to raise the spirit through voice and song. The group features Ric Neyer, Kerri Hirsch Upton, Kiki Williamson, Jon Skoglund, (four from the original group first named 'Trybalaka'), Madison Cansler, Laurel Eris, Kathy Hardman, PJ Seale, and Mark Witters. All sing and play percussion. Kiki and PJ write the vast majority of the group's uplifting songs. Spirit music, indeed! http://www.spiralrhythm.net/

	Todd Alan
	A well-loved folk-rock musician in the Earth Spirituality/Pagan movements, Todd Alan is best known for the neo-Pagan classic album Carry Me Home. Combining his deep love of the Earth and love of the recording studio, he has produced 8 CD titles with the latest entitled Earth Changes. Todd is also an original co-founder of Wisteria and continues to work with Wisteria community and the public to realize the many dreams of Wisteria.