SONGS OF WATER

Performance for Skájdde Festival

Songs of water is inspired by the Sami concept of underwater world, where spirit beings live. The Sami

believed that Sáiva resembled our world but existed on the other side of a hole in the bottom of the lake

and consisted of an upside-down lake. People made offerings to the water spirits, and in return the spirits helped and protected the people.

Songs of water is honouring the connection to the invisible natural realms through artistic interaction.

Meri`s sings to nature and listens for guidance and inspiration, in close contact to water itself.

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Voice, Performance Concept & Costume: Meri Nikula

Performed at Skájdde Festival in Storforssen, Sweden