about the CD: audio samples and order info
Contact:
Ann Hoffman
305-666-1233
Born in northern Illinois, Ann
was introduced to both classical and folk music at an early age.
She started playing the flute at age 9, and soon discovered a
love of singing as well. Some of her early influences include
Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell.
Ann started writing poetry in her teens, which soon turned into
songwriting. In 1982, she went to Rhinebeck, N.Y. to study music
and singing with "The Paul Winter Consort", where she
performed an original song in front of a live audience for the
first time, on stage at the Omega Institute.
Ann was raised a Unitarian/Universalist , and has been on a spiritual
quest since she can remember. Her songs and poetry have always
reflected this search. In Feb. 1999, a friend introduced her
to his spiritual teacher, Gangaji, and there was an instant recognition
of the Truth she had been seeking. She could hear her own heart
speak! She was inspired and started writing songs and poems for
Gangaji, most of which she performed on stage at her retreats
over the next few years. Thus, the collection called "True
Songs" was born!
Music as a healing force
Ann is a licensed massage therapist since 1984, and uses music consciously to create a peaceful healing environment. She has performed for various functions such as parties, workshops and church services, and is also interested in sharing her music and presence with those in transition. Her music ranges from meditative to contemporary: singing harmonies with her crystal singing bowls, playing beautiful flute solos, and singing her original spiritual folk songs, accompanying herself on the guitar