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"After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music."
~ Aldous Huxley

2012 Preliminary Announced Dates

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A World Music/Healing Sound SOLO CONCERT
Kripalu Center
Lenox, MA


2011 Dates

Saturday, January 8th, 2011, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A World Music/Healing Sound CONCERT, w guests Athena Burke & David Macejka
Kripalu Center
Lenox, MA

Sunday, March 13th, 2011, 8:00pm
Live Radio Interview on WSRN-fm, "Leave It To Cleaver" show.
WSRN, broadcast online. Hosted by Steve Cleaver.
Live on the Web at wsrnfm.org
Leave It To Cleaver website

Saturday, April 2nd, 2011, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A Sacred Journey Through Sound ~ SOLO CONCERT
House Concert
Duanesburg, NY
$20
For Info and reservations call: 518-895-2950
email: info@crossroadsgallery.com
You must make reservations in advance, you will then be given location & directions.


Friday, April 8th, 2011, 8:00pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A Sacred Journey Through Sound ~ SOLO CONCERT
House Concert
Nyack, NY
$25
For Info and reservations call: 845-222-6923
email: thelightwithinus@yahoo.com
You must make reservations in advance, you will then be given location & directions.

Sunday, May 8th, 2011, 8:00pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE:
A Shamanic Sound Healing Experience & readings from my new book
Ram Dass Library
Omega Institute
Rhinebeck, NY

Friday, May 20th, 2011, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A Sacred Journey Through Sound SOLO CONCERT
The Yoga Space
82 Washington St, Keene, NH
603-352-2686
theyogaspace@gmail.com
$20 at the door, $16 in advance (by Monday, May 16th)
(see Flyer below)

Thursday, June 2nd - Sunday, June 5th, 2011
~ SOUND HEALING RETREAT INTENSIVE ~
I will be performing on Friday evening & presenting a workshop on Sunday.
Menla Mountain Retreat
Phoenicia, NY (near Woodstock)
For info call Sage Healing Arts Center: 845-679-5650
email: sagecenter@earthlink.net
www.sagehealingcenter.org
(see Flyer below)

Sunday, June 19th, 2011, 1:00- 3:00pm
Sounds from Around the World ~ with David Macejka & Steve Gorn
An open drum circle will follow an hour performance at 2:00pm.
at OLANA State Historic Site, Hudson, NY

Sunday, June 19th, 2011, 8:00pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE:
A Shamanic Sound Healing Experience & readings from my new book
Ram Dass Library
Omega Institute
Rhinebeck, NY

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011, 8:00pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A World Music/Healing Sound CONCERT, w/ vocalist Monique Powell & percussionist David Macejka
Omega Institute
Rhinebeck, NY

Thursday, August 18th, 12:00noon ~ 2:00pm
Live RADIO INTERVIEW - WRPI, 91.5FM, on "In The Spirit" w/ host Gary Goldberg
Featuring readings from my new book "Shaman Mirror Medicine Tree", and music
from the double CD of the same name.
on the Web at wrpi.org

Saturday, August 20th, 2011, 7:30pm      CANCELLED, for reasons beyond my
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~    control, sorry. Plan to reschedule.
A Sacred Journey Through Sound ~ SOLO CONCERT, w/ guest vocalist Athena Burke
Yoga Mandali
454 Broadway
Saratoga, NY
518-584-0807
$20 at the door, $17 in advance (by Wednesday, August 17th)

Saturday, September 10th, 2011, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A World Music/Healing Sound CONCERT, w/ vocalist Athena Burke & percussionist Adrian Bennett
Kripalu Center
Lenox, MA

Saturday, October 1st, 2011, 8:00pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A World Music/Healing Sound CONCERT, w/ vocalist Monique Powell & percussionist David Macejka
Omega Institute
Rhinebeck, NY

Friday, October 21st, 2011, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A Sacred Journey Through Sound ~ SOLO CONCERT
Sleeping Dragon Farm
Duanesburg, NY
$20
For more Info, directions and reservations call Crossroads Gallery: 518-895-2950
email: info@crossroadsgallery.com

Saturday, November 12th, 2011, 2 - 5pm & 7 - 10pm
~ BHAGAVAN DAS ~
Afternoon Temple of Sound Workshop & Evening Kirtan, ~ I'll be accompanying him for both events.
Center for Body/Mind Awareness
4 Central Ave.
Albany, NY

Friday, December 9th, 2011, 7:00pm
~ EVENING of SONG and SUFI KIRTAN ~
With HUDOST and special guest RICH GOODHART,
HuDost are Moksha Sommer & Jemal Wade Hines
Euphoria Yoga
99 Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY
$15
For more info:   845-679-6766
www.hudost.com
www.euphoriayoga.org

2010 Past Events

Friday, April 16th, 2010, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~
A World Music/Healing Sound SOLO CONCERT
The Yoga Space
82 Washington St, Keene, NH (see flyer below)

Saturday, April 17th, 2010, 12:00noon ~ 2:15pm
~ HEALING SOUND WORKSHOP ~
The Yoga Space
82 Washington St, Keene, NH (see flyer below)

Saturday, May 1st, 2010, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, w/Shahram Shiva, plus Vicki Richards on violin
Kripalu Center, Lenox, MA

Thursday, May 6th, 2010, 8:00pm (Also Saturday with David Newman, and with Shyamdas)
KIRTAN with David Newman
Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010, 8:00pm
KIRTAN with Shyamdas
Heartspace Holistic, Albany, NY

Thursday, May 13th, 2:00pm ~ 3:30pm
Live RADIO INTERVIEW - WRPI, 91.5FM, on "In The Spirit" w/ host Gary Goldberg
on the Web at wrpi.org

Saturday, May 22nd, 2010, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~
A World Music/Healing Sound SOLO CONCERT & CD Release Party!!
Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Rd, Delanson(Knox), NY
(see Flyer below)

Saturday, June 19th, 2010, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~
A World Music/Healing Sound SOLO CONCERT
at Yoga Mandali, 454 Broadway, Saratoga, NY

Saturday, June 26th, 2010, 4:00- 6:00pm
Drums from Around the World ~ with David Macejka & Steve Gorn
An open drum circle will follow the performance.
at OLANA State Historic Site, Hudson, NY

Sunday, June 27th, 2010, 7:00pm
STEVE GORN & RICH GOODHART
Sage Center for the Healing Arts
6 Deming St., Woodstock, NY
845-679-5650
(see Flyer below)

Saturday, July 31st, 2010, 8:00pm
CONCERT w/Chloe Goodchild
Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY
 as part of the Sound Healing Network Conference at Omega.
(Also see Info & Updates)

Saturday, August 21st, 2010, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
SOLO PERFORMANCE
12th Annual Kateri Peace Conference
Kateri Tekakwitha Shrine
Rt. 5, Fonda, NY
kateripeaceconference.org

Saturday, August 21st, 2010, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THE YELLOW BELL MUSIC TRIO ~ with Richard Brookens & Gary Kelly
Rensselaerville Presbyterian Church
Main Street, Rensselaerville, NY
797-9303, 872-2492

Saturday, August 28th, 2010, 7:30pm
SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE: SOLO CONCERT
Sage Center for the Healing Arts
6 Deming St., Woodstock, NY
845-679-5650
sagehealingcenter.org
(see Flyer below)

Sunday, August 29th, 2010, 10:30am ~ 12:45pm
"EXPERIENCE THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWERS OF SOUND"
~ HEALING SOUND WORKSHOP ~
Sage Center for the Healing Arts
6 Deming St., Woodstock, NY
845-679-5650
sagehealingcenter.org
(see Flyer below)

Friday, September 10th, 2010, 7:30pm ~ CANCELLED, future rescheduling...
SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE: SOLO CONCERT
Community Music Space
The Chocolate Factory
54 Elizabeth Street, Red Hook , NY
communitymusicspace.com

Saturday, October 2nd, 2010, 8:00pm
SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE: SOLO CONCERT
Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY

Friday, October 22nd, 2010, 7:00pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, w/Shahram Shiva
at Yoga Mandali, 454 Broadway, Saratoga, NY

Saturday, October 23rd, 2010, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, w/Shahram Shiva, plus Tommy Be on percussion
Kripalu Center, Lenox, MA

Friday, October 29th, 2010, 7:30pm
~ SHAMAN MIRROR MEDICINE TREE ~
A World Music/Healing Sound SOLO CONCERT
The Yoga Space
82 Washington St, Keene, NH

Saturday, October 30th, 2010, 11:30am ~ 4:30pm
~ THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWERS OF SOUND: An Experiential Sound Healing Workshop
The Yoga Space
82 Washington St, Keene, NH

Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, w/Shahram Shiva, plus John Ragusa
Evening performance, student workshops during the day
St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY

2009 Past Events:

Saturday, January 31st, 2009, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, at Kripalu, with Special Guest STEVE GORN
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love. With special guest Steve Gorn on bansuri flutes. To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
KRIPALU CENTER, Lenox, MA
57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA. (Near Lenox and Tanglewood). Open to the Kripalu and surrounding communities. $10 admission (free to Kripalu community) 413/448-3400
kripalu.org

Saturday, March 7th, 2009, 12:30pm - 1:10pm
Live Radio Interview on WXBC, "Leave It To Cleaver" show.
WXBC, broadcast online. Hosted by Steve Cleaver.
Live on the Web at wxbc.bard.edu
Leave It To Cleaver website

Thursday, March 19th, 2009, 12:00noon - 1:00pm
Live Radio Interview on WRPI, "In The Spirit"
WRPI, 91.5FM Hosted by Gary Goldberg.
Live on the Web at wrpi.org

Saturday, March 21st, 2009, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~
A World Music/Healing Sound Solo Concert with RICH GOODHART
A vibrantly diverse evening of world music invocations, sonic explorations and spirit chant
transmissions, performed on a wide array of exotic and rare world instruments!!
In addition to traditional performance, elements of Sound Meditation and ancient mantra will be engaged as Rich draws on his many years of varied musical experience, including his highly acclaimed eclectic recordings.
THE OCTAGON BARN
588 Middle Road, Delanson (Knox), NY - (Directions can be found via Crossroads Gallery website.)
$17 advance, $20 at the door
Call and reserve tickets through Crossroads Gallery, 518-895-2950
crossroadsgallery.com

Friday, April 3rd, 2009, 7:00pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, Great Barrington, MA
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love.
To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
CRYSTAL ESSENCE, Great Barrington, MA
413/528-2595
crystalessence.com

Saturday, April 4th, 2009, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, at Kripalu with special guest STEVE GORN
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love.
To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
For more info on Steve Gorn please visit: SteveGorn.com
KRIPALU CENTER, Lenox, MA
57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA. (Near Lenox and Tanglewood). Open to the Kripalu and surrounding communities. $10 admission (free to Kripalu community) 413/448-3400
kripalu.org

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009, 7:30pm
~ "SONIC MEDITATION: Sound Like You've Never Heard It Before" ~
A Crystal Bowl/Metal Gong/World Music Healing Sound Shamanic Journey Concert
with DAVID HighKEY and RICH GOODHART
Join David and Rich for an evening of pure deep sound journey exploration transmissions!
THE OCTAGON BARN
588 Middle Road, Delanson (Knox), NY - (Directions can be found via Crossroads Gallery website.)
$17 advance, $20 at the door
Call and purchase advance tickets through Crossroads Gallery, 518-895-2950
crossroadsgallery.com

Sunday, June 14th, 2009, 4:00pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, in WOODSTOCK, NY, w/ special guest STEVE GORN
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
For more info on Steve Gorn please visit: SteveGorn.com
Private House Concert, Woodstock, NY
For details contact the email address on my Home page.
$20 donation

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009, 8:00pm
Guest performer with: KaleiDhaPhonic
World music ensemble featuring Kevin Nathaniel Hylton: mbira, shekere; Salieu Suso: Kora, voice; Tripp Dudley: tabla; John Ragusa: flutes, conch, jaw harp etc.
OMEGA INSTITUTE
150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY
eomega.org

Saturday, September 26th, 2009, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~
A World Music/Healing Sound Solo Concert with RICH GOODHART
A vibrantly diverse evening of world music invocations, sonic explorations and spirit chant
transmissions, performed on a wide array of exotic and rare world instruments!!
In addition to traditional performance, elements of Sound Meditation and ancient mantra will be engaged as Rich draws on his many years of varied musical experience, including his highly acclaimed eclectic recordings.
THE OCTAGON BARN
588 Middle Road, Delanson (Knox), NY - (Directions can be found via Crossroads Gallery website.)
$17 advance, $20 at the door
Call and reserve tickets through Crossroads Gallery, 518-895-2950
crossroadsgallery.com

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009, 8:00pm
Guest performer with: OCTOBER PROJECT!!
I'll be guest performing as percussionist with this world reknowned critically acclaimed classic progressive band which includes original members Marina Belica, Julie Flanders and Emil Adler. They had two albums on Epic Records before leaving that label and have since taken some time off, but are back together recording and performing again.
OMEGA INSTITUTE
150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY
eomega.org

Sunday, October 11th, 2009, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, at Kripalu
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love. With special guest Vicki Richards on violin. To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
KRIPALU CENTER, Lenox, MA
57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA. (Near Lenox and Tanglewood). Open to the Kripalu and surrounding communities. $10 admission (free to Kripalu community) 413/448-3400
kripalu.org

Saturday, December 5th, 2009, 12:00 - 2:00pm
~ IN STORE APPEARANCE with LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE ~
At Crossroads Gallery, Duanesburg, NY
Not really a concert, but I'll have an assortment of instruments with me and will be performing and available for "meet and greet", promotion of my Sound Healing, Qigong, CDs and performances, general conversation, astounding displays of unbelievable magic and handless headstands. Come out, say hello, do some Christmas shopping and support a great little store!
(May also be there the following week as well, check back or call store for confirmation.)
CROSSROADS GALLERY
4956 Western Turnpike, Duanesburg, NY
FREE Admission
518-895-2950
crossroadsgallery.com

Saturday, December 19th, 2009, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, at Kripalu
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love. With special guest Steve Gorn on bansuri flutes. To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
KRIPALU CENTER, Lenox, MA
57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA. (Near Lenox and Tanglewood). Open to the Kripalu and surrounding communities. $10 admission (free to Kripalu community) 413/448-3400
kripalu.org

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2008 Events Included:

Saturday, March 15th, 2008, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, at Kripalu, with Special Guest STEVE GORN
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love. With special guest Steve Gorn on bansuri flutes. To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
KRIPALU CENTER, Lenox, MA
57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA. (Near Lenox and Tanglewood). Open to the Kripalu and surrounding communities. $10 admission (free to Kripalu community) 413/448-3400
kripalu.org

Thursday, March 27th, 2008, 8:00pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, in Saratoga, NY
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love. To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
SKIDMORE COLLEGE, Saratoga, NY

Friday, March 28th, 2008, 7:30pm
KIRTAN with Shubalananda ~ WELCOME BACK!!!!
Join Shubal and myself for a wonderful evening of shared song and ecstatic sacred chant. A divine experience to be had by all. Shubalananda leads it... I'm his accompaniest on hand drums, melodica etc..
***THIS WE BE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT***
As many of you know, Shubal underwent brain surgery in December. This will be his first return to the area and he is still in the process of healing and recovery. Please consider making the time to come out to this one in support of Shubal and to give good vibes and energy toward his ongoing healing.
THE YOGA LOFT
540 Delaware Avenue, Albany, NY, Donations invited. But no required admission charge.
theyogaloft.net

Friday & Saturday, April 11th & 12th, 2008
WOMEN'S WELLNESS WEEKEND, Sagamore, Lake George
Hand Drumming and Transformational Sound Workshops
8th Annual Women's Wellness Weekend, sponsored by Natural Health Magazine.
I will be leading an Ecstatic Hand Drumming & Rhythm workshop on Friday evening with Adrian Bennett, and an Explorations in Transformational Sound workshop on Saturday evening.
On Saturday morning Adrian and I will be accompanying Toni Bergen's Journey Dance workshop.
SAGAMORE HOTEL, Bolton Landing, NY(on Lake George)
For more info: TheSagamore.com

Saturday, April 19th, 2008, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~ (A Sonic World Journey Event)
Solo Concert with RICH GOODHART, w/Special Guest AlySun Panichi
An intimate evening of world music invocations, sonic transportations and spirit chant
transmissions, performed on a wide array of exotic and rare world instruments.
In addition to traditional performance, elements of Sound Meditation and ancient mantra will be engaged as Rich draws on over 25 years of varied musical experience and transformational energy practices.
With my good friend AlySun Panichi guest appearing on vocals!!
THE YOGA LOFT
540 Delaware Ave., Albany, NY
$15 admission, 518-438-2557
www.theyogaloft.net

Thursday, May 15th, 2008, 8:00pm
RICH GOODHART & ALYSUN PANICHI
An evening of world music invocations, sonic transportations and spirit chant
transmissions and good old/new contemporary folk/rock/etc songs, performed on a wide array of exotic and rare world instruments, in a DOUBLE BILL/DUO performance with vocalist, songwriter, poet Alysun Panichi.
(And GREAT food, very affordably priced, at the Cafe!!)
MOON & RIVER CAFE
115 S. Ferry St, Schenectady, NY
FREE Admission: However, outlandishly generous donations graciously accepted!!

Friday, May 23rd, 2008, 7:30pm
KIRTAN with Shubalananda ~ WELCOME BACK!!!!
Join Shubal and myself for a wonderful evening of shared song and ecstatic sacred chant. A divine experience to be had by all. Shubalananda leads it... I'm his accompaniest on hand drums, melodica etc..
THE YOGA LOFT
540 Delaware Avenue, Albany, NY, Donations invited. But no required admission charge.
theyogaloft.net

Saturday, June 7th, 2008, 7:30pm
RUMI IN PERFORMANCE, at Kripalu, with Special Guest JOHN RAGUSA
A Musical Celebration of Persian Mystical Poet Rumi
There is an enormous resurgence of interest in the 13th century mystical Persian poet Rumi. He is the greatest exponent of the ecstatic intoxication of sacred love. Shahram Shiva, Rumi translator and author, captures the essence of the poet's message through his passionate performances. The union of spoken verse and live music - Rich Goodhart on stringed, wind and percussive world instruments - melds magic with love. With special guest John Ragusa on flutes.To complete the evening Shahram invites the audience to join him in an ecstatic and meditative whirling experience with Rich's live drum accompaniement.
For more info on Shahram Shiva please visit: rumi.net
KRIPALU CENTER, Lenox, MA
57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA. (Near Lenox and Tanglewood). Open to the Kripalu and surrounding communities. $10 admission (free to Kripalu community) 413/448-3400
kripalu.org

Sunday, June 8th, 2008, 8:00pm
BEGINNER'S MIND: Rich Goodhart & John Ragusa
Highly improvisational World Music duo. John and I have been playing together for more than 20 years and have developed a unique performance art. We share a common interest in making music that comes from the heart, drawn from many sources but authentically our own.
"An intimate and dynamic coalescence of world music, inventive visions and jazz."
OMEGA INSTITUTE
150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY
There is a $10 admission charge for visiting attendees. Free to Omega workshop participants and staff.
eomega.org

Sunday, June 15th, 2008, 8:00pm
In Performance: Rich Goodhart & Friends
An intimate evening of world music invocations, sonic transportations and spirit chant
transmissions, performed on a wide array of exotic and rare world instruments.
Both Solo performances and duets and trios with various friends from Omega's Summer Staff.
OMEGA INSTITUTE
150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY
Free to Omega workshop participants and staff.
eomega.org

Friday, September 26th, 2008, 7:30pm
KIRTAN with Shubalananda
Join Shubal and myself for a wonderful evening of shared song and ecstatic sacred chant. A divine experience to be had by all. Shubalananda leads it... I'm his accompaniest on hand drums, melodica etc..
THE YOGA LOFT
540 Delaware Avenue, Albany, NY, Donations invited. But no required admission charge.
theyogaloft.net

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008, 12:00noon - 1:00pm
Live Radio Interview on WRPI, "In The Spirit"
WRPI, 91.5FM Hosted by Gary Goldberg.
Live on the Web at wrpi.org

Friday - Sunday, October 3rd - 5th, 2008
SPIRIT, MIND, BODY RETREAT, Lake George, NY
A retreat featuring, yoga, meditation, tai chi/qigong, sound healing, massage, music and dancing. Where you could also, swim, canoe, hike, kayak and sail.
I'll be teaching Qigong and Sound Healing workshops at this event on Saturday and Sunday as well as performing music at the opening ceremony Friday evening.
CAMP CHINGACHGOOK
1872 Pilot Knob Road, Kaatskill Bay, Lake George, NY
$270 for the entire weekend. ($250 members) 518-399-8118, ext 3340
www.cdymca.org

Friday, October 10th, 2008, 7:30pm
~ "GOOD SOUND IS HEALING!!" ~
A World Music Solo Concert with RICH GOODHART
A vibrantly diverse evening of world music invocations, sonic explorations and spirit chant
transmissions, performed on a wide array of exotic and rare world instruments!!
In addition to traditional performance, elements of Sound Meditation and ancient mantra will be engaged as Rich draws on his many years of varied musical experience, including his highly acclaimed eclectic recordings.
THE YOGA LOFT
540 Delaware Ave., Albany, NY
$15 admission, 518-438-2557
www.theyogaloft.net

Friday, October 31st, 2008, 8:00pm
IN CONCERT with MOLLY SCOTT and JIM BALLARD
At The SOUND HEALING NETWORK'S 4th Annual Conference Weekend
Sound, spirit and energy... music performance with an emphasis on the healing and consciousness transforming powers of sound. More of a ritual immersion in Sound than a "performance". This year we dedicate our music and sound sharing to our dear friend, colleague and mentor SARUAH BENSON who left this earth dimension on April 2nd of last year. For more on SARUAH, please visit here & here.
ROWE CONFERENCE CENTER
Rowe, MA
For more info on the entire weekend of workshops and performances, please visit:
The Sound Healing Network
Rowe Conference Center

Musing Moon Mystery School