by The Luminous World Orchestra The music is experiential — an elegant accompaniment to yoga, massage, relaxation — but also rich and complex for focused listening by true music lovers. The symphony orchestra rings breadth, depth and richness. Chesne’s addition of exotic instruments from around the world — Chinese Erhu fiddle, Native American flute, Celtic […]
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Sangria: An Indo Latin Jazz Musical Experience
April 15, 2012
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by Mariah Parker Parker, on piano and santur, explores the exciting sonic terrain that blends the driving rhythmic syncopations of Latin jazz with the entrancing, asymmetrical meters of East India. Add intriguing melodic ideas to the mix and the result is compelling, at once adventurous yet accessible. Features original compositions that draw musical inspiration from […]
Watching for Rain
April 15, 2012
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by Anne Trenning Trenning, an instrumental pianist, chose the title for this CD as a metaphor indicating a time of hopeful anticipation. The sound blends her classical training with her love of New Age, gospel, Celtic, jazz, classical rock, folk and Americana. The recording features a few solo piano pieces, along with an assortment of […]
Kundalini: Meditation Music
April 15, 2012
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by Various Artists The music offers seven uniquely focused chants, mantras and gong tones selected for their beneficial effect on relationships, prosperity, health and more. Infused with pure energy and bliss, this album weaves heartfelt vocals with ancient and modern instrumentation to create a vibrational bridge to connect your dreams and aspirations to reality. Whether […]
Light Returning
April 15, 2012
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by Acoustic Ocean The pieces are musical meditations that quiet the mind and help the listener relax, connect with their inner landscape and embark on a personal healing journey. Featuring Celtic harp, the eight original compositions are supported by acoustic instruments, including steel string and classical guitar, hammered and mountain dulcimer, mandolin, piano and strings, […]
Deva Premal & Miten in Concert: The Yoga of Sacred Song and Chant
April 15, 2012
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by Deva Premal and Miten with Manose The artists have toured the world, offering audiences intimate evenings of spiritual rejuvenation, high celebration and deep meditation, seeped in the richness of Sanskrit mantra. This CD/DVD release comes in response to the requests for a live document of this extraordinary encounter. Recorded in Australia, this release exquisitely […]
Love God, Heal Earth: 21 Leading Religious Voices Speak Out on Our Sacred Duty to Protect the Environment
April 15, 2012
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by Rev. Canon Sally G. Bingham Earth is in crisis … maybe at an environmental tipping point. And now, in an unprecedented demonstration of unity and moral purpose, religious leaders from across the spectrum have joined in one of the largest movements in human history. The goal of this great religious awakening is to heal […]
Healing Suite
April 15, 2012
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by Dean Evenson and Tom Barabas Enter a space of sublime relaxation created by this soothing music of flutes, keyboards and woodwinds. Imagine all your worries and cares floating away on a calm sea of tranquility. This music is an ideal background for many healing modalities and can enhance their effectiveness. Longtime collaborators, Dean Evenson and […]
Piano Christmas
April 15, 2012
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by Peter Kater Kater has compiled these all-new variations on beautiful holiday and classical themes that convey the peace, joy and mystery of the season in a way that only he can. His eloquent solo piano arrangements of these timeless songs capture the wonderment and awe of this most auspicious time of year with grace […]
Threading the Ether: A Cantata in Nine Movements
April 15, 2012
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by The Luminous World Orchestra This music by Steven Chesne is a wonderful and highly unique piece. You will hear the familiar Luminous World Orchestra sound, where the symphony orchestra is combined with world instruments in a contemplative setting, although here a choir has been added to the orchestra. Quite different from the other Luminous […]
Yoga Groove 2
April 15, 2012
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by Soulfood This album continues the yoga-meets-chill experience of the Soulfood best-selling yoga series with DJ Free and master percussionist Brent Lewis. Tribal percussion and global grooves unite with bamboo flutes, sitar, chants and electronics to create sublime chill vibes that energize your yoga routine — both on and off the mat. The group worked […]
Dalai Lama Renaissance Soundtrack
April 15, 2012
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by Various Artists This musical journey is the soundtrack to the documentary film “Dalai Lama Renaissance,” narrated by Harrison Ford. The film has won 12 awards, and inspired and profoundly impacted audiences around the world in hundreds of theaters and more than 40 international film festivals. Critics have called the film “a stunning tour-de-force” and “an […]
Sacred Place: A Mary Youngblood Collection
April 15, 2012
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by Mary Youngblood With rich vibrato and notes that melt into your heart, Youngblood takes the artistry of Native American flute music to its highest level. Her song writing brings forth some of the sweetest original melodies ever performed on this instrument, and this beautiful collection showcases her most sublime music. As she reflects on […]
April 15, 2012
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