Ave Maria is a universal greeting of respect and recognition of spiritual powers that tap into realms of unity, oneness and inter-connectedness, sometimes considered another dimension. There, body and mind reconnect to higher frequencies, where, just like in music, the soul is allowed a meditative rite of passage to enter a higher state of consciousness. Caccini's Ave Maria, has traveled the world with me and is connected to a myriad of memories. Memories such as performing at the remote mission of San Borja, in the middle of the Sonoran desert in Mexico's Baja California, or performing at a Christmas concert in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. That latter concert ultimately lead to my move to Brazil for further performances. Caccini's Ave Maria also brings back memories of performing at numerous weddings in beautiful old churches in Europe, the US, and last but not least at a celebration of life for a dear friend in San Diego, California.
Christel Veraart is a composer, musician and singer. She has recorded a number of albums, and has received multiple awards. Her music has featured in film, dance and stage productions, and was recently broadcast on acclaimed US radio programs “Hearts of Space" and “Night Tides”. Christel’s music is described as ambient, meditative, avant-garde classical.