Bardic Arts
At the heart of each of our lives is a story … or is it a song?
Once upon a time we sat around fires together and heard the myths sung. These great stories gave our souls nourishment. They offered us a part of our own deep song.
As a bard it’s my work to give breath and voice to these old stories – to invite them into these modern times where they might again enchant and inspire. When we listen well, we hear the story which holds all story. We hear the song from which all songs come. We find ourselves no longer fixated on getting the tune right, but drawn to our place in the greater harmony.
Come join me in listening for that deep song.
Music
Interviews and Conversations
An interview of Josh Schrei of the Emerald Podcast conducted by Rainer for The School of Mythopoetics
You can find The Emerald on all common streaming platforms
Megan Leatherman interviews Rainer on the A Wild New Work Podcast
Rainer possesses the rare gift of a masterful storyteller and an adept space-holder. With his talents in storytelling, visionary insights, music and the art of guided meditation, he has the power to transport us to the profound realms that exist beyond the ordinary. He wields a unique magic and medicine, enabling us to transcend into the mythical dimensions. Rainer's understanding of the intricate tapestry of masculine and feminine archetypes is profound. He masterfully weaves these threads into his storytelling, analysis, and personal reflections, creating a rich tapestry of insight. Through his guidance, he mirrors the essence of our souls, offering profound and transformative insights to all fortunate enough to share in his wisdom.
In Rainer, I have discovered a shaman of the human experience. His ability to guide, heal, and inspire inner reflection through the art of storytelling is a rare and priceless gift.
Carl Wild
Rainer has a way of seeing and understanding the world that brings illumination to others. The tone and pace and rhythm of his words open up possibilities in the listener. He is a translator for other worlds, having travelled the realms in many guises. He speaks the language of myth by instinct and by craft. He sees the fractal of the whole in the detail, and tends to the edge and the centre equally.
Boe H. Musician and Group Facilitator