Buddha's Dream

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com's Best of 2001
Like the instrument he plays, the centuries-old shakuhachi flute, Riley Lee has found he has staying power. Lee, an Australian esteemed as a dai shihan (grand master) of the traditional Japanese instrument, found his first audience in the alternative-health community during the 1980s, when cassettes of his unhurried explorations of the shakuhachi's broad expressive palette became popular items. Narada has periodically reissued these evocative works on CD and, considering how the pace of life has intensified since the music's original release dates, the soothing, ancient wind that blows through Lee's shakuhachi seems more welcomed and therapeutic than ever. Buddha's Dream was first released in 1984, and the ethereal expositions found on it--as hokey as this may sound to the unconverted--effectively encourage states of introspection and stillness that are a balm to the body and spirit. Broken into shorter segments than the prolonged improvisations found on such jewels as Sanctuary and Oriental Sunrise, Buddha's Dream at times involves more notes and occasionally conveys a stronger hint of mystery than is found on either of those lovely discs. Still, the same sweetness and gentle spirit radiates in pieces such as "Return of the Fisherman," "Seabreezes," and "As the Water Flows." A splendid choice as an audio backdrop for mediation or massage. --Terry Wood

Buddha's Dream,Riley Lee,Narada,Adult Alternative,New Age,New Age / Meditation,Pop,Spiritual

Buddha's Dream

Buddha's Dream
Buddha's Dream
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • BUDDAH'S DREAM
  • to dream or to meditate?
  • Very soothing, calming, expansive mood.
  • Riley Lee is Great, but not this album!
  • Not Enough To Tell
 Buddha's Dream
Riley Lee
Manufacturer: Narada
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000589U5
Release Date: 2001-02-13

Tracks:

  1. Bubbling Spring
  2. Mountain Lake
  3. Spring Shower
  4. Lullaby Of The Whale
  5. Return Of The Fisherman
  6. Melting Snow
  7. Ocean Mist
  8. Seabreezes
  9. By The River
  10. As The Water Flows

Amazon.com's Best of 2001

Like the instrument he plays, the centuries-old shakuhachi flute, Riley Lee has found he has staying power. Lee, an Australian esteemed as a dai shihan (grand master) of the traditional Japanese instrument, found his first audience in the alternative-health community during the 1980s, when cassettes of his unhurried explorations of the shakuhachi's broad expressive palette became popular items. Narada has periodically reissued these evocative works on CD and, considering how the pace of life has intensified since the music's original release dates, the soothing, ancient wind that blows through Lee's shakuhachi seems more welcomed and therapeutic than ever. Buddha's Dream was first released in 1984, and the ethereal expositions found on it--as hokey as this may sound to the unconverted--effectively encourage states of introspection and stillness that are a balm to the body and spirit. Broken into shorter segments than the prolonged improvisations found on such jewels as Sanctuary and Oriental Sunrise, Buddha's Dream at times involves more notes and occasionally conveys a stronger hint of mystery than is found on either of those lovely discs. Still, the same sweetness and gentle spirit radiates in pieces such as "Return of the Fisherman," "Seabreezes," and "As the Water Flows." A splendid choice as an audio backdrop for mediation or massage. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars BUDDAH'S DREAM.......2007-01-12

This cd just transends you to a special spiritual and calming place where we all need to escape on a daily basis.Fantastic cd to to start your new day beautiful music or to wind down after a hard day at work.A great cd to do gi going,yoga,tai chi or just to simply meditate...I absolutely love this cd and so will you!!!!!

5 out of 5 stars to dream or to meditate?.......2005-05-25

I first heard music from Riley Lee while in an acupuncture session and decided to listen to some titles myself and choose one for home. So far, this is my favorite, though I have not heard them all. This is a very soothing, totally instrumental, wind instruments only and has an excellent flow. I do not happen to enjoy nature sounds or multiple instrumentals, so this was particularly perfect for me. If you have the same taste in simple, relaxing melody you will enjoy this immensely for either meditation, relaxation or at bedtime. This is even a great soother for children since it is calming without having the "spooky" overtones that some relaxation music can have. Enjoy some peacefullness.

5 out of 5 stars Very soothing, calming, expansive mood........2001-07-11

This is my first Riley Lee CD and, while I'm no expert on the shakuhachi flute as is the previous reviewer, I really enjoy this CD! It sets a wonderful mood for meditation as well as background when studying or working on the computer. I'm listening to it now through headphones and am able to hear subtleties that I haven't heard before. It's not overbearing though and allows you to let your mind relax and roam freely or to easily focus your meditations. All the tracks flow smoothly together and all are pleasing to the ear. I highly recommend it!

1 out of 5 stars Riley Lee is Great, but not this album!.......2001-06-30

I have a number of Riley's ablums and they are great, but this album is an exercise in overproduction and lack of focus. This is probably not entirely Riley's fault. The production use of overdubs, excessive reverb and occasional echo totally ruin the subtles that the shakuhachi can produce. IMO, Riley is one of the masters of shak, and usually his non-traditional (Japanese) pieces are beautiful - but not on this CD. May I strongly recommed "Oriental Sunrise" if you are new to Shakuhachi and Riley Lee. His new "Postcards..." CD is also winner!

1 out of 5 stars Not Enough To Tell.......2001-06-06

I'm sorry but I don't hear a long enough cut, to tell if I like it or not. I have been playing music off and on, since I got out of the Army in 69. I can't get a feel for the texure. Yours Truly Bob Dowell
Buddha Sounds, Vol. 2: The Arabic Dream
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Buddha bar Specialist
 Buddha Sounds, Vol. 2: The Arabic Dream
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Music Brokers Arg
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000268I56
Release Date: 2005-03-14

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Album Details

After Volume One Received Such a Grand Reception, Seoan Once Again Went Deep Into the Fascinating World of Oriental Sounds and Came Out with "The Arabic Dream", the Second Volume of "Buddha Sounds", an Album that Becomes a Genuine Journey the Very Moment it Begins to Play on Your Stereo System. It Boasts a Real Harem of Vocalists, Like the Magical Ekaterina (Who also Plays her Evocative Violin), the Delicate Orleya (Her Precious "Under the Sun" is One of Anthology), the Intense Uschi (Check Out "Flash"), the Dramatic Charm of Dew, the Sweet Miss Hansen and the Hypnotizing Lila Liu. An Album with an Exceptional Level of Downtempo.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Buddha bar Specialist.......2007-04-08

Now i thought i could not get any better
Oh my oh my
it is so smooth and sexy it will make u
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wowow
just beautiful music
Mystery/Death Praxis
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • (insert hyperbole here)
 Mystery/Death Praxis

Manufacturer: Tzadik
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000DHZI
Release Date: 1998-11-17

Tracks:

  1. Monkey Puzzle
  2. Demon In My View
  3. The Cat Who Wasn't There
  4. Mrs. Pollifax And Hong Kong Buddha
  5. Devices And Desires
  6. Scold's Bridle
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  13. Magic
  14. Bad Seed
  15. Mental Dream
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  20. Lullaby
  21. When The Sun Shines I Can See Your Mind
  22. I Know You

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars (insert hyperbole here).......2001-02-26

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