Songs for the Journey

Want to bring the power of the Woman Within Weekend home with you?
We’re excited to offer a digital download of the chants and songs that help shape this transformative experience.

Songs for the Journey is a collection of meaningful chants sung by members of the Women Worldwide West Coast San Diego Community. These recordings were originally made in 2004–2005 for a limited-run CD, now out of print. This 2025 digital release brings the music back to life to support our community.

All proceeds go directly to our scholarship fund.

Produced by: Woman Worldwide – West Coast, Inc.
Technical Director: Donald Shaffer, Sound Designs

Track List & Song Info

“I Am a Woman”
This chant has been widely used in spiritual, feminist, and women’s circles, often in workshops, ceremonies, and performances. Passed along through oral tradition, no formal copyright holder is known.

“A River of Birds”
Composed by the Oregon Women’s Land Community and arranged by Libana for their 1986 album A Circle Is Cast. Also featured in Circle Songs from Lesbian Lands (Pelican Lee, 2007).

“Sweet Surrender” (a.k.a. “We Are Opening Up”)
Widely used in spiritual and communal singing circles. The original author is not clearly documented and the chant likely originated in oral tradition.

“Woman Am I”
By Christine Stevens, UpBeat Drum Circles, Drumming Up Diva Women’s Empowerment Drumming, 2009.
Chant inspired by Women’s Way Long Dance, founded by Connor Sauer
www.ubdrumcircles.com
Used with permission.

“We Are the Weavers” (a.k.a. “We Are the Flow” / “We Are the Web”)
Composed by Shekhinah Mountainwater, a beloved figure in the Goddess movement. This chant is commonly performed in spiritual and communal gatherings.
Performed with respect for its origins.

“We Are Women on a Journey” (a.k.a. “We Are Sisters on a Journey”)
Featured on Crow Goddess (Crow Women, 2006). The group learned this chant from a cassette by the Colorado Midwives’ Association.

“The River Is Flowing”
Attributed to Sun Bear from the Chippewa Bear Tribe.
Used with permission from Winddaughter, Medicine Chief of the Bear Tribe Medicine Society.

“Ancient Mother”
Traditional.
Public Domain. Confirmed via Easy Song documentation, June 2025.

“I Am a Child of the Universe” (a.k.a. “I Will Be Gentle with Myself”)
Passed down through oral tradition in spiritual circles.

“How Could Anyone?”
By Libby Roderick © 1988, Libby Roderick Music.
Licensed via Easy Song (Legacy Productions Inc.), Release ID: LPL5015556, June 2025.

“On Eagle’s Wings”
By Michael Joncas © Sony/ATV Songs LLC on behalf of Oregon Catholic Press.
Licensed via Easy Song (Legacy Productions Inc.), Release ID: LPL5015556, June 2025.

“Sufi Dance”
A traditional Sufi prayer or blessing, origin unknown, often shared in spiritual communities.

How to Purchase

To purchase Songs for the Journey, fill out the form below and submit your payment.
Once your order is complete, you’ll receive an email with a download link.
Clicking the link will start your download and save the music to your device.

Many of these songs and chants have been widely embraced in spiritual and community settings, often performed in drum circles and gatherings. In some cases, the original composers or creators are not clearly documented, as these pieces may have emerged from communal traditions and been passed down orally over time.

Due to their communal origins, some songs may not be registered with formal copyright authorities, potentially placing them in the public domain. However, given their cultural and spiritual significance, we approach these songs with deep respect for their origins, striving to honor the traditions and values they represent.

To ensure respectful and lawful use, we have acknowledged the known origins and legacy of the composers where possible and obtained copyright licensing when available. If you have information that could help us secure any necessary permissions, we kindly invite you to share it with us