Music Project 2 - Wind
Listening to the Elements is a community-engaged project supported by the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies (M3CS).
It brings together original contemplative music, breathwork, and elemental meditation in a shared, immersive experience.
Performed by an ensemble of Melbourne-based musicians, the program features six original compositions by Benjamin Dix, Gidi Ifergan, and Shaun Rigney, each inspired by one of the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space, enhancing their harmonisation. Guided breath and mindfulness practices, led by Beata Heymann of Breath Circle, support a deep, embodied experience of each element, generating clarity, vitality, and inner connection.
Meet the musicians behind the ensemble:
Ensemble Member | Bio |
Dr Gidi Ifergan (PhD) | Classical guitarist, composer, author, and researcher of Indian philosophy and Tibetan Buddhism at MC3S, Monash University. https://gidiifergan.com |
Dr Sam Evans (PhD. Tabla and Percussion) | |
Lianna Perillo | Professional Harpist, Vocalist, and Registered Music Therapist. www.lianaperillo.com |
Benjamin Dix | Classical guitarist, musical director and leading member of The Melbourne Guitar Quartet https://www.mgq.com.au |
Professional violinist and violist who completed her Master’s degree in South Korea. She performs regularly in chamber ensembles and orchestras across Australia and internationally. | |
Jeannie Kim | Australian cellist, music educator, and current Master's of Music student at the University of Melbourne. |