I play at the bedside of patients in hospice care, whether in a facility or in a private home.

I provide a quiet, restful, and meditative musical offering. I first explain briefly what I do to the the hospice nurse, family members and friends who are present and listen to what they have to say about the patient. I then begin with an improvisation based on the patient's patient's breathing, state of consciousness, eye-flutter and other observable phenomena.

I use my training and my intuition to create a unique musical product as the patient and I go on a journey. I might segue into a lullaby, hymn, Gregorian chant, and incorporate a local tune, or musical ideas suggested by family members, using a wide range of tempos attending to the patient's needs in the moment.

I offer this service as a gift to the O'ahu Community. In other words, my service is free.

If the patient is conscious and willing to talk, I find out a little bit about the patient before playing - while consulting with the patient, I usually begin with slow arpeggios - perhaps playing a scale with a drone note. I usually begin a session with improvisations that are not associated with an individual's particular memories, thoughts or feelings. Should an individual requests a particular tune, I will do my best to play it. My intention is to be fully present in the moment, sensing when sound is appropriate and when silence is needed.

If this service interests you, please contact me.