Music for
Many Occasions
Soul folk music, ceremonial song leading,
children’s classes and performances, and more!
Stream Melita’s music on Spotify
Melita Music
Medicine Mystic Music
Uplifting and transformative music crossing genres and generations. Described as “cosmic lullabies for the soul,” her songs have a way of reaching people deep inside, soothing the weary spirit.
Jewish Music
Celebrate important milestones, traditions, and holidays with beautiful and touching music that will engage people of all ages.
Kids Music
Children love singing, dancing, and jamming along to Melita’s fun and magical music – perfect for any occasion for your little ones.
About Melita
Melita is a contemporary folk musician, childrens’ performer, ceremonial song-leader, and sound healer, based out of Berkeley, CA. She is the founding member of Octopretzel, a popular Bay Area children’s band, and has also recorded and co-produced a number of albums in the realms of both singer-songwriter folk, transformational music, as well as children’s music. Melita has worked as a music specialist for young children for over 20 years in an array of Bay Area schools and other venues for families in the Bay Area. She also works extensively in the Jewish community as a service leader and musician for life cycle events.
What Melita Offers
Octopretzel
Octopretzel is Melita’s Berkeley-based folk and bluegrass-inspired band for kids. Available for events and parties, and streamable online!
Recorded Music
Melita offers a collection of her heart-felt music that you can stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music etc. Her music spans a wide range and spectrum of genres from transformational electronic music to contemporary folk to children’s music.
Shows & Events
Enjoy uplifting and inspiring music by Melita for a wide variety of audiences and occasions. Available for children’s events as well as house concerts, song circles or sound healing experiences.
Classes & Parties
Melita has worked as a music specialist for young children for over 15 years. She currently teaches music classes in schools, libraries and various other venues. She is also available for birthday parties.
Ceremonies
Melita offers sound healing ceremonies where she weaves together her voice and song with healing instruments like singing bowls and tuning forks. Renew and restore yourself as you bask in a field of soothing sounds, vibrations and songs.
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Testimonials
“Melita is a true leader in the current world of spiritual musicians. Melita’s songs inspire a profound cosmic connection, while offering a humble and lived road map to healing. They uplift, soothe, and remind the weary human traveller of Source and Beauty. Every aspect of your being and your life will be nourished by these songs.”
– Rachel Kaplan, Psychotherapist, and creator of the Healing Feeling Sh*t Show Podcast
“Melita’s songs are the cosmic lullabies that every baby should have sung to them upon entering the world. Her music is the orientation to being a human that you never got when you were born. Her songs are balm for the spirit.”
– Alexis Lowenstein, Licensed Marriage, Family and Children’s Therapist
“Melita’s music is a gift – medicine for the heart, mind, and spirit. In this time of planetary shifting, she offers hope and inspiration, a fresh perspective on reality. Melita invites us to open to the beauty of the moment and let life become our teacher. Her music is a must have for every spiritual seeker, parent, child, and human being!”
– Kara Zahl, Massage therapist and Reiki practitioner
“Melita’s music is deep, honest, wise, prayerful, and heart-opening. The music and lyrics together provide a clear window into the soul’s journey and a reminder of the miracle and importance of this precious time we have.”
– Arik Labowitz, Rabbi
“Melita is a masterful singer, songwriter, storyteller, and has a way with kids that is totally engaging and delightful. I don’t know who is a bigger fan, my son or me!“
– Andrea Scher, Life Coach, Photographer and Author
