Dappled sunlight warms your skin as it filters through moss covered trees. Off in the distance you hear bass, heavy bass. You wander among a temporary city of tents, campers and shade structures. You pass a large nest woven of branches, sticks, stones and moss, massive statues and glass jellyfish hanging from trees as you make your way to toward the beat. The path opens up and a 50 foot geodesic dome comes into view filled with colorful, smiling people dancing. You have arrived at Emrg+N+See 2010.
For the 7th year in a row, thousands of people from all over the the world will converge on a pristine farm, 5 miles off I-5, east of Salem, OR to be part of Oregon's premier electronic music festival. But while Emrg+N+See touts an amazing musical line-up, the event is much more than just a concert. The camping festival has a variety of workshops from learning how to dance to metaphysical discussion as well as puppet shows, art installations and clothing/goods vendors.
Music you don't want to miss:
With headliners like Mala (UK Dubstep), Sean Hayes (indie folk) and Free the Robots (jazz/electronic/hip-hop) you won't want for good music in the late hours, but don't forget to check out the lesser known artists and support your local music makers.
*Emancipator - a Portland music producer, will surprise you with his thickly layered emotional melodies and live guitar and violin accompaniments
*March Forth Marching Band - "March Forth is a date, a command and a band. Imagine Duke Ellington meets Sgt. Pepper in an international big-top Fantasia!" One of Portland's favorites, dynamic and full of charisma, their music will get you on your feet dancing AND wandering around the festivals grounds in the middle of the night.
Highlighted workshop:
Hoop Fusion with GroovinMeGzz
World recognized hoop dancer, GroovinMeGzz will start you off with some hoop yoga stretches and then flow through into some basic hoop dance moves. Workshop is for all levels of hoopers and hoops will be provided.
Art Installations to watch for:
Alter to Water - As a way to honor the earth and the water that sustains life as well as acknowledge the critical state of our water supply, a water alter will be created up at the pond. Those who wish to participate can bring a jar of water from whatever source they choose and place it on the alter. The water jars will be on display the entire weekend for participants to meditate on and be reminded of the dire situation our oceans, rivers and lakes are in. On Sunday everyone is invited to gather together in a ritual to energize the jars.
Special happenings:
Each year there is an opening ceremony at the main stage area on Friday afternoon. It is a ritual that honors the land, gives gratitude to the cosmos and sets the intention for the entire festival. A powerful way to start your weekend adventure!
Everyone at Emrg+N+See is a participant; the energy and vibe of those who choose to take part in the event are what brings the experience to life! This will be my 3rd Emrg+N+See as both participant and volunteer and I can tell you it takes some serious magic to make this event go off!
Everyone at Emrg+N+See is a participant; the energy and vibe of those who choose to take part in the event are what brings the experience to life! This will be my 3rd Emrg+N+See as both participant and volunteer and I can tell you it takes some serious magic to make this event go off!
July 16, 17, 18 and 19
Box office opens Friday, July 16 @ 12 p.m. sharp
Festival Tickets/Passes (camping included) - presale $140, $160 at the door
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