Andre Ignacio Dimapilis is the founder and sound facilitator of Kalayaan Sound, LLC. A Filipinx-American culture-bearing performance artist, sound facilitator, and peaceful warrior, Andre’s journey with sound began in 1998 when he first picked up the didgeridoo. Through faith and determination, he mastered the circular breathing technique in 2007, opening the door to performances alongside blues, funk, hip-hop, and dance artists.
As his spiritual practice deepened, Andre’s relationship with sound evolved from performance into sacred practice. He began using the didgeridoo as a way to communicate with the divine, channeling spirit through breath during meditation. Guided by intuition and Spirit, he expanded his practice to include indigenous and traditional instruments, using intentional sound to support ritual, ceremony, and spiritual work.
Kalayaan—the Filipinx word for freedom—is the foundation of his work. Through Kalayaan Sound, Andre creates intentional sound ceremonies that invite participants to reconnect with and remember the freedom of their spirit. His approach weaves together ancestral wisdom and indigenous knowledge, encouraging participants to listen with their bodies, connect with Spirit, and engage with sound through clear intention for a deeply personal and meaningful experience.
