STEPHAN MADER

Thank you for being here. I'd like to take a moment to introduce myself.

🦋 Music is my Medicine

After several years of classical music lessons as a child, I realized that I was longing for a completely different, more unconventional way of expressing through music. A kind of music that resembles more the playfulness of a child, coming from the present moment. This vision, step by step, introduced me to a world in which music helps me to anchor myself in this very moment. It became a source of strength.

🦋 My Path

I worked as a street musician for many years, falling in love with the magic of alleys and dreamy spots, playing at sunrises and sunsets. Today, I share my music in ceremonial concerts, singing circles, sound journeys, various ceremonies, free weddings, and farewell rituals. My music is an invitation to pause, listen, sing along, and connect with the miracle of life.

My music is inspired by the search for inner peace, crises, ups and downs, darkness and light. It is touched by the deep longing to live life fully and trust deeply. My songs tell of my journeys to distant lands, my deep interest in different cultures and traditions. I am inspired by my human beings, brothers and sisters, by my love for the animal and plant world. My last big journey took me to Peru for half a year, an experience that deeply moved me and is increasingly weaving its medicine into my music.

🦋 SHINE & BUTTERFLY

My last album "SHINE – live in Innsbruck" has been accompanying me and the hearts of many people since its release in 2020. The message "your time is now – shine your light" has become an anchor for me over the last few years. At this moment, I am working on my new studio album "butterfly" which will be released in June 2025. With the power of community, the production of both albums was realized through crowdfunding. For that, I want to express my deepest gratitude.