Musical Influences in Paganism Episode
- Midnight Starr
- 6 hours ago
- 6 min read
What it's All About:
In this episode, I explore the profound connection between music and pagan practices. From ancient rituals to modern gatherings, music has played a pivotal role in enhancing spiritual experiences, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound that resonates with the divine.
Whether you’re a musician or simply a lover of sound, this episode will illuminate the powerful role of music in the pagan spiritual journey, showcasing how it not only reflects beliefs but also fosters connection and community among practitioners.
Songs Featured:
Ashes of Summer by Willow Wynd
Musical Priest/Butterfly/Swallowtail by Phoenyx
Spirit Guide Background Music by Maksym Malko from Pixabay
Dream Symbol Background Music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay
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Spirit Guide of the Week:
Obatala
Dream Symbol:
Earrings
Elbow
Transcript:
(03:35)
Welcome to another episode of the Music from the Goddess’ Vault Podcast. I am your host, Midnight Starr.
You just heard the evocative sounds of David Wood with Midsummer Fever. A perfect start to our exploration today!
Today, I’m going deep into a fascinating and fundamental topic: Musical Influences in Paganism.
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Alright, let's turn our attention back to today's core theme: Musical Influences in Paganism. This is a subject I find incredibly rich, though it can be a bit elusive to pin down perfectly. Why? Because the musical tapestry of Paganism is woven from such a wide range of threads, drawing on diverse cultures, traditions, and personal practices. It truly depends on so much.
To help us begin to understand this complexity, let's set the stage with another inspiring track by Willow Wynd called Ashes of Summer. After this, I'll explain exactly what I mean by those influences.
(09:18)
Now, let's get into Musical Influences in Paganism! This is a topic I find incredibly rich, precisely because music is so central to these spiritual paths. Think of it this way: music isn't just background noise in pagan practice; it's often the very heartbeat of it.
Across countless ancient traditions—and echoing through modern paganism—sound and rhythm have always been key. Why? Because music is an incredibly powerful tool for connecting with the divine. It can be a form of prayer, a direct offering, or an invocation that bridges our world with the sacred.
It's also phenomenal for altering consciousness. The right rhythm or melody can help us meditate more deeply, enter trance states, or simply shift our everyday perspective to a more spiritual one.
And don't forget community building. Shared songs, chants, or rhythms bring people together in rituals and celebrations, fostering a powerful sense of belonging and collective energy. It's how we express our beliefs and emotions, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound that resonates with the divine.
Now time for another musical break. How about Phoenyx with Musical Priest/Butterfly/Swallowtail.
(14:38)
Time for another Spirit Guide of the Week.
I’m going back to Africa to talk about Orisha Obatala.
Imagine a divine sculptor—patient, wise, and infinitely gentle. This is Obatala, the creator of humanity itself, who shaped the first people from earth and breath. But his story isn’t just about creation… it’s about what happens when divinity stumbles… and chooses love anyway.
There’s a Yoruba myth that tells how Obatala once drank too much palm wine. In that altered state, he began crafting humans outside the sacred blueprint—some with bodies that couldn’t see, couldn’t hear, or had missing limbs.
But here’s the beautiful part: When Obatala sobered up, he didn’t reject these creations. Instead, he embraced them fully, becoming the eternal guardian of the blind, the albino, and the disabled.
What you can offer Obatala on your altar are the following: white foods such as coconut, rice, white bread, white cornbread, and white sugar. He drinks water, milk and coconut milk. And you can also offer him white flowers and jewelry made from expensive metals.
That is it for now. Stay tuned for another spirit guide of the week.
(20:45)
As we continue exploring musical influences in Paganism, it's important to remember that there's no single "pagan sound." Just like paganism itself is incredibly diverse, so is its music!
You'll find everything from folk and neofolk drawing on ancient European traditions, to pagan rock and metal exploring darker themes, to ambient and new-age sounds perfect for meditation. Many contemporary artists also weave in influences from world music, creating a truly global soundscape.
What makes it "pagan music" often isn't just the instruments or specific notes, but the intent behind it—the connection to nature, myth, deity, or the cycles of the seasons. It's about music that doesn't just entertain, but also reflects beliefs and fosters connection among practitioners.
Whether you’re a musician or simply a lover of sound, this exploration shows just how deeply music is woven into the pagan spiritual journey, enriching practices and building community.
And now, for our next musical interlude: "A Journey" by Damh the Bard. Well, not quite music this time - but powerful spoken words to move the spirit.
(25:42)
Here's another dream symbol to interpret.
These are the three: earrings, elbows, and elemental bending.
Earrings in dreams often suggest a need to listen more closely to messages around you.
Dreaming of pearl earrings can indicate wise advice to follow.
Buying earrings in a dream may reflect a longing for acceptance, whereas losing an earring might indicate feelings of confusion or being misled.
Dreaming of broken earrings could suggest that someone is gossiping about you.
Seeing your own elbow in your dream suggests you need to carve out space for yourself.
Seeing your right elbow in a dream is linked to moral concerns, while the left relates to passiveness.
If your elbow is wounded, in a dream, may reflect challenges in your waking life or underlying anxieties.
Elemental bending in dreams signifies your ability to control various aspects of your life.
Dreaming of bending the earth shows control over your actions.
Bending air in your dreams relates to communication skills.
Dreaming of bending fire indicates management of anger.
And bending water in a dream represents emotional regulation.
If you want a dream symbol to interpret and maybe have a dream symbol featured, I will mention the contact information at the end of this show. So keep dreaming.
(30:29)
That was Calling the Elements by Crow Women.
That brings us to the end of today's episode! I'm your host, Midnight Starr, and I’m eager to hear your thoughts! What topics intrigue you for future shows? Whether it’s Spirit Guides, dream symbols, or something completely different, I want to hear your suggestions. Connect with me on social media—find me on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Blue Sky, or Mastodon—or visit my blog at goddessvault1.wixsite.com/home.
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Thanks for tuning in! To finish things off, here’s Only the Music by Heather Alexander.
Blessed Be!
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