Musical Healing

Editorial Reviews
New Age Retailer Magazine
"Profoundly relaxing and spiritually uplifting, Musical Healing is a journey to the healing heart."

Product Description
This serene musical excursion by an exceptional array of pioneer sound healers relaxes your body, quiets your mind, and soothes your soul. The program flows through both refreshing new songs and the most effective tracks from Sequoia's award-winning albums. Beautiful melodies with lush nature sounds create stress free atmospheres perfect for massage, yoga, or meditation. Enjoy this release any time you seek an exquisite balance of energy and peace.

2001 Visionary Best New Age Album of the Year - -Finalist

Includes tracks from David & Steve Gordon Gary Stadler with Stephannie Solaria Sophia's "Sweet Surrender" Steve Gordon & Deborah Martin and Zingaia

This fabulous selection of healing music can be used in many ways. Over the years listeners have shared with us ways they use our music including:

Massage, Yoga, Relaxation, Meditation, Stress-Reduction, Insomnia Relief, Natural Childbirth, Pre and Post Surgery, Hospital & Hospice Care, Calming Babies & Children, Reduction of Workplace Tension, Meals, Family TIme, While Driving, Creative Visualizations, Positive Affirmations, Tantra, Reading & Studying, Music Therapy and more.

Musical Healing

Musical Healing,Various Artists,Sequoia Records,Healing,Meditation,New Age,New Age / Meditation,Pop,Relaxation,Spiritual,This serene collection from Sequoia's award-winning artists will relax your body, quiet your mind and soothe your soul with beautiful melodies of flute, harp, piano, guitar, angelic vocals and lush nature sounds.

Musical Healing

Musical Healing

Liquid Mind VII: Reflection
Average customer rating:

Meditative Masterpiece!

ok massage music

JUST MELT

Exactly what I was looking for

A perfect CD for Massage

Liquid Mind VII: Reflection
Liquid Mind
Manufacturer: Real Music / Chuck Wild Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B0002VGQJ6
Release Date: 2004-09-14

Tracks:

Gently Down
Into the Silence of My Being
In the Stillness
Finding My Way
Reflection
My Orchid Spirit

Album Description

"...In an agitated stream, it is difficult to see a reflection. In a calm lake, that reflection is clear...."

Liquid Mind VII: Reflection, the seventh in Liquid Mind 's unique ultra-slow relaxation albums, ebbs and flows with a peaceful and introspective elegance. Science has proven that our minds and bodies harmonize with the tempo of our surroundings, and that slow music may cause a general relaxation of muscle tension. This beautiful album is "musical healthcare" at its best: ideal for sleeping, meditation, anxiety and anger management, as a background to Reiki, Yoga, massage, and to enhance all healing activities. Parents and teachers find it useful to quiet hyperactive kids, veterinarians use the music to help animals recovering from surgery, mothers give birth to it, students study to it, artists paint and writers write to the musical backdrop of Liquid Mind. This subtle music has a way of opening our hearts and minds to our true selves.

Customer Reviews:

Meditative Masterpiece!.......2007-06-09

Looking for great meditation music? Listen to Liquid Mind's assortment of musical meditation arrangements! I purchased Liquid Mind III years ago it's music became almost sacred to myself and other family members and friends. So, I purchased the entire series! Need I say more?!!!!
The music has a great "trademark" sound but each CD has it's own uniqueness. I found it was great anytime you need "background" music. I loved each and every CD by Liquid Mind and will treasure the music always. Thanks to Chuck Wild and all involved in the production of Liquid Mind!

ok massage music.......2007-03-31

It's a little slow and boring for my taste, but it provides for constant airy sound. Typical spa music.

JUST MELT.......2007-02-06

When the day is through and nothing is left but the thoughts of the day that you wish would go away put on this music. Close your eyes, your mind, and melt away on the soft liquid sounds of this calming energy. IT is so soothing I can forget my noise filled mind and find a cloud to stretch out onto and just be......nothing

Exactly what I was looking for.......2007-01-17

I always tried to relax by listening to classical music. Some classical is relaxing, but it can change tempo and volume often which I find distracting. This is much more calming then anything I've ever found. We have two of these cd's -- Reflection and Unity. I use it in the kitchen, or while I'm reading at bedtime. My 10-year-old listens to one at bedtime to help him calm down. I really love these cd's.

A perfect CD for Massage.......2006-04-14

As a massage therapist, it is really tough to find appropriate music for a session. This CD hits the mark. No singing, chanting, or other distracting bird calls. Just pure melodious tunes that flow from one song to the other. My clients love this CD and you will too.

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Slow World by Liquid Mind
Really good stuff
Bradycardia
Decompression for everyone
Great for Massage

Slow World
Liquid Mind
Manufacturer: Real Music / Chuck Wild Records
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Ambience Minimus
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ASIN: B000002XYJ
Release Date: 1996-07-23

Tracks:

Mirror Veil (16:54)
Blue Seven (12:40)
Slow World (29:04)

Album Description

Slow World is the second album of deep relaxation music by Liquid Mind, the name used by Los Angeles composer & songwriter Chuck Wild for his series of very slow stress relief music albums. My Liquid Mind albums seem to have an immediate "slowing down" effect onlisteners, and may help people get to sleep, or to calm down after a tension-filled day. uninterrupted relaxation, the ideal companion for those working long hours at computers terminals who suffer from the effects of stress. The music of Liquid Mind is great music to massage to, great music to create to, great music to go to sleep by, great music for those intimate moments with one you love. This functional and peaceful album is also used by parents to quiet hyperactive children, and to assist themselves in going back to sleep in the middle of a difficult night.

Customer Reviews:

Slow World by Liquid Mind.......2007-05-13

This is an excellent music CD for deep relaxation, massage, acupuncture treatments, yoga, meditation, or getting the baby to sleep. It maintains a consistent "zoney" quality from beginning to end with no tempo change, no surprises. The instrument is a synthesized keyboard and the chord progressions take long gradual steps up and down. That's it.

Really good stuff.......2007-05-08

I use this CD to put yself to sleep at night, after a horrible day. Never fails to relax me, and put my mind at rest. Thanks, Chuck!

Bradycardia.......2006-11-22

A follow up to Liquid Mind #1; Ambience Minimus (which is a wonderful CD). Slow World follows the same tonal layered formula of #1, but is benign and energyless. It's linear evolution is similar, but it's field of space is shallow. Leaving the listener bored. I agree with "spotlight reviewer" Mr. King. It will put you to sleep. But thats not what good ambient music is intended for. The intent of a good slow book is not to put you to sleep, but rather to give you something to dwell upon. Ambient music also gives you a field allowing your consciousness to wander.

Decompression for everyone.......2006-03-03

This is a very helpful CD for those of us prone to stress, and those who aren't. The only drawback is I wish it were longer.

Great for Massage.......2005-11-03

I have many many CD's which I play while I do massage. I have never had so many people comment on a particular CD as I have this one. It's very calming, and seems to put people more deeply into a relaxed state. There is far less talking by my more talkative clients when this CD plays.

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Liquid mind is what you are looking for
ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
Numb Resemblance
Liquid Mind III: Balance
A superb work

Liquid Mind III: Balance
Liquid Mind
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Liquid Mind IV : Unity
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ASIN: B00000I57B
Release Date: 1999-03-02

Tracks:

Lullaby For Grownups (5:20)
Laguna Indigo (18:27)
Timeless and Tender (11:50)
Dream Messenger (13:45)
Balance (6:41)

Album Description

Liquid Mind III: Balance, the third in Liquid Mind's elegant series of slow stress-relief music albums, transports the listener to a place of inner peace and deep calm. Like the prior albums (Slow World and Ambience Minimus), Liquid Mind III: Balance is serene and lush, electronic and elegant, and floats the listener along in a gentle healing stream of sound.

Customer Reviews:

Liquid mind is what you are looking for.......2007-05-25

Liquid mind albums are just what you are looking for if you need a cd for sleep, meditation, or napping. This album is difficult to stay awake to. Synth sounds glide in and out like clouds; you can't focus on one too long as it will pass by and you will find another sound-cloud to float on. No rhythm, no melody, no beat; there is enough change to keep you from being able to predict what is going to happen next but not so much that you stay alert. Very good for this purpose.

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ.......2007-03-10

This is one incredible compact disc. It is so good, I can't wait to get home, hop in bed and throw the headphones on. The synthesizers are soooo soothing, they put me in a state of cosmic euphoria. I feel the stress of the day, just being pulled out of my body, and a soothing clam that follows. It is one of 3 that I have purchased which provide the same sense of tranquility that I require at the end of the day. If your daily life is filled with stress, (and who's isn't). This CD is highly recommended.....

Numb Resemblance.......2006-11-30

Balance is a mirror of Chuck Wild's first project (Ambience Minimus) 3 years earlier. Unfortunately there is no forward progress in the Liquid Mind series. There is more warmth than it's predacesor "Slow World", but that ethereal "Ambience Minimus" tone is lacking. Here the tone tends to be outlaid rather than uprisen. Yes it dose maintain that flowing monochromatic state and it's planes dissolve well with some interesting soundshifting. But that is not enough to make this project appealing.

Liquid Mind III: Balance.......2006-08-20

I use this product for massage background music. All Liquid mind CD work well. After purchasing the entire series, I realized you really only need 1 or 2 of this style.

A superb work.......2005-05-14

In my opinion, this is Liquid Mind's best work. If you haven't listened to this type of music before it is quite different. There is no beat, no melody, but drifting synthesizers that rise and dance on a theme of inspiration and grace. If you're looking for Yanni type New Age music you won't like this. If you're looking for something that plays well in the background as you do your work or meditate, this just might be the cd for you. One of my favorites.

I gave it to my father who leads a meditation healing group at his church. They play this cd during their session and people really find it promotes an atmosphere of quiet positivity.

Chords of the Cosmos: Harmonies of the Zodiac with Crystal Bowls for Chakra Balancing, Meditation & The Healing Arts

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I liked it, but this is not for everyone!
each tract a meditation
EXPLORING INNER SPACE
Should have listened for myself before purchasing
WONDERFUL CD

Chords of the Cosmos: Harmonies of the Zodiac with Crystal Bowls for Chakra Balancing, Meditation & The Healing Arts
Deborah Van Dyke , and Crystal Voices
Manufacturer: Crystal Voices
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CRYSTAL VOICES: The Harmonic Vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowls

ASIN: B0000CH8A0
Release Date: 2003-09-01

Tracks:

Aries - C G E
Taurus - C# F G#
Gemini - D F #A
Cancer - D# G A#
Leo - E G# B
Virgo - FAC
Libra - F# A# C#
Scorpio - G B D
Sagittarius - G# C D#
Capricorn - A C# E
Aquarius - A# D F
Pisces - B D# F#

Album Description

Serene waves of crystal bowl tones echo the beautiful musical harmonies of the constellations that Pythagoras called the 'Music of the Spheres'. CHORDS OF THE COSMOS fine tunes our entire body to the musical order of the universe with a deeply healing sound journey around the zodiac wheel. This first-of-its-kind recording provides a new level of therapeutic sound with harmonic chords for each astrological sign. It facilitates the alignment and balancing of the chakras and the auric field. The perfect healing companion for meditation, joy, massage and all healing arts.

"Deborah Van Dyke is a beautiful woman with a beautiful soul. Chords of the Cosmos is a set of 12 deep overtone compositions tuned to the signs of the zodiac and Pythagorean progression. Each piece is designed for Chakra meditation to balance a specific body part. Meditation with this CD aligns listeners with the resonance of the cosmos.

This disc is pure overtone bliss. Deborah's techniques on the bowls are flawless. There is no need for looping, layering and/or processing. The bowls' natural overtone properties simulate those effects and stimulate introspection, relaxation and healing. Deep listening is a wonderful experience. It allows listeners to go to their "happy places" for ultimate relaxation.

This is a special CD from a special lady. It is the overtone CD among overtone CDs." Jim Brenholts, Music Reviewer

Customer Reviews:

I liked it, but this is not for everyone!.......2004-12-30

I have done exercises of toning in the past with Quigong, and this was very similar for me. I found the tones beautiful and melodic, and simply that, sustained and harmonized tones. If that is what you are looking for, then yes, you may indeed enjoy this. While I don't know whether the cords used are balancing for the zodiac or of the areas mentioned, I do know that I liked the meditative properties of the drawn out harmonies for myself.

This album though, is not for everyone. The pieces here might be compared to the musical sounds made by a harmony of fine crystal glassware at dinner. For some people this style of sounding may be annoying at best, and unpleasant at worst. If you are looking for clear crystal harmonics, you may very well enjoy this CD. If, however you are looking for soothing, musical composition I suggest checking out some Dean Evenson and passing on the Crystal Bowls.

My advice: always listen to a few of the provided samples first. That is what they're there for!

each tract a meditation.......2004-08-16

I think that Chords of the Cosmos is a wonderful resource for anyone seeking sustained meditative work. I also study astrology and enjoy selecting sequences of the different tracts to 'tune in' to the various notes revealed for each sign or season, what a great way to open one's consciousness to the subtle music of creation! And because a whole tract is dedicated to each zodiacal sign, one can create meditative 'sessions', such as for the four elements, the three qualities, or any array thereof.

Another example would be to arrange or program the tracts into the Chaldean order of planets (based on the signs that each planet occupies within one's own horoscope) to feel the flow of harmony or changes from the Sun to Mercury and Venus to Earth (the sign opposing the 'Sun Sign'), followed by a rendezvous in the sign of the Moon... then meditatively guide one's consciousness outward through Mars to Jupiter and Saturn using the harmonies of these signs of the Zodiac. As the Sun is the "heart" of our solar system model, this meditation could be considered a "heart-centered" approach for guiding the flow of consciousness from the source of light and warmth and then outward through each planet... and back again!.

The chord arrangements for each sign are beautiful, each tract is a meditation in itself!
I've read how Pythagorus studied number and notes with his monochord, how Einstein would play his violin for inspiration while solving his equations. _Chords of the Cosmos_ makes it possible to engage in similar meditative journeys, the possibilities are endless. With this gift one can literally craft their own meditative vehicle through the beautiful vibrancy of the crystal bowls, played in layers of harmony to resonate with the seasons of time.

EXPLORING INNER SPACE.......2004-08-06

Pythagoras, Rudolph Steiner and other leaders in the field of consciousness have all talked of the connectivity between outer space and inner space, the macrocosm/the microcosm. Chords of the Cosmos is unique in its use of musical triad chords created with crystal bowl tones, that mirror the tones of the constellations.

Make no mistake, this is a seriously therapeutic CD, not intended for mere listening pleasure, although the serene, perfectly tuned chords are beautiful indeed to hear. But there is much more to this CD, that, to the uninitiated ear, may not be appreciated on first listen. Anyone interested in deepening their meditative experience will find immense value in using this CD to fine-tune their body instrument. And the more one works with it, the further one goes. Within the first five minutes I slip into alpha state and thereafter, far beyond.......

Chords of the Cosmos creates a bridge of tonal sounds that enable you to experience the subtle fields of energy of the constellations, while simultaneously accessing the deeper fields within your inner space. A remarkable tool for higher consciousness and healing!

Should have listened for myself before purchasing.......2004-05-18

Should have listened for myself before purchasing the special price package. Traveling The Sacred Sound Current is pleasant and Chords of the Cosmos drives me and others who heard it... nuts.

WONDERFUL CD.......2004-01-02

I do listen to this recording at least once a day - sometimes with headphones, sometimes I just let it play in the background. When I listen to it with headphones, I feel the sounds reverberating first in my head and then spreading throughout the rest of my body, re-arranging, harmonizing and aligning my energy field and by body from the top of my head, all the way to the tips of my toes. Then, I feel ready to embrace the day, balanced, nourished, strengthened.

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Soothing Sounds for the Stressed-Out
Musical Healing is Profoundly Powerful
Musical Healing is a Journey to the Healing Heart

Musical Healing
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Sequoia Records
ProductGroup: Music
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Healing Sanctuary
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ASIN: B00005QDAG
Release Date: 2001-10-30

Tracks:

Monet's Garden, Part II
Secret Fountain
Ehsellyei
Twin Souls
Sanctuary, Part I
Sweet Surrender
Dusk
Ancient Power
Floating Meadow
Breath Of Passion
Healing Passage
Waves Of Bliss, Part II
Wings At Rest
Healing Ocean

Album Description

This serene musical excursion by an exceptional array of pioneer sound healers relaxes your body, quiets your mind, and soothes your soul. The program flows through both refreshing new songs and the most effective tracks from Sequoia's award-winning albums. Beautiful melodies with lush nature sounds create stress free atmospheres perfect for massage, yoga, or meditation. Enjoy this release any time you seek an exquisite balance of energy and peace.

2001 Visionary Best New Age Album of the Year - -Finalist

Includes tracks from David & Steve Gordon Gary Stadler with Stephannie Solaria Sophia's "Sweet Surrender" Steve Gordon & Deborah Martin and Zingaia

This fabulous selection of healing music can be used in many ways. Over the years listeners have shared with us ways they use our music including:

Customer Reviews:

Soothing Sounds for the Stressed-Out.......2004-06-13

On the back of this CD it states this music is by "pioneer sound healers". I'm aware of the therapeutic effects that music can possess but I've never heard of "sound healers" before. I won't argue, I'll take their word for it. One thing I do know - this is incredibly beautiful and effective music for meditating, relaxing and falling asleep.

Some numbers contain the serene bliss of nature sounds right up front combined with soothing melodies while others keep the ocean, wind and whatever else softly layered in the background. A few more numbers are accompanied by whispery female vocals. All the tracks flow together nicely without any abrupt changes in mood.

On a few occasions I've listened to this CD while working on the computer - right now is a good example - and have noticed less tension in my neck and shoulders and my breathing slower and deeper. Anything that succeeds at the demanding task of coaxing my twitchy little brain into an even partial state of tranquility truly deserves my highest recommendation.

Musical Healing is Profoundly Powerful.......2002-11-05

As an energetic healer for over 15 years I am quite aware of the profound influence that subtle energies can have in terms of providing general healing effects. This release from Sequoia Records contains an extraordinary compilation of the most soothing and meditative tracks from the very best of their label artists, perfectly sequenced into a beautifully fluid and peaceful journey that uplifts and nourishes the soul. When I put this on for my client's sessions the music really assists in melting their tensions away and creates a wonderful sound environment within which to do my healing work. I especially like the two new tracks from the Gordon brothers, Healing Passage and Healing Ocean and was delighted to find Sophia's Sweet Surrender contained on the release. The CD is rounded out well with fantastic tracks from Gary Stadler (one of my favorite Sequoia artists), Zingaia and Solaria. All in all Musical Healing is an incredibly harmonious, gorgeously balanced and profoundly powerful album. Take two tracks and forget about needing to call your doctor.

Musical Healing is a Journey to the Healing Heart.......2002-01-08

This compilation album from the folks at Sequoia Records comes with several unexpected gifts, chief among them that the exquisitely sensuous singer Sophia has joined the Sequoia family. Her "Sweet Surrender" remains a particular favorite, and I'm delighted that it appears on Musical Healing. Other gifts include three previously unreleased tracks "Twin Souls" by Solaria, and "Healing Passage" and Healing Ocean" by David and Steve Gordon.
Many of the tracks on Musical Healing include lushly textured nature sounds with bird songs, waves, and running water weaving in and out. Gary Stadler, Stephannie, Zingaia and Deborah Martin all have tracks on the album, making Musical Healing a great introduction to the softer side of Sequoia Records. Flute, harp, piano, guitar and angelic vocals join the nature sounds, creating a stress-free atmosphere conducive to massage, meditation, yoga, Reiki, and other healing modalities. Profoundly relaxing and spiritually uplifting, Musical Healing is a journey to the healing heart.

Perfect Balance: Musical Healing, Vol. 2

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Top-notch sooth-ability!
Incredibly Peaceful & Moving

Perfect Balance: Musical Healing, Vol. 2
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Sequoia Records
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ASIN: B000784XCQ
Release Date: 2005-02-01

Tracks:

Uyll - Gary Stadler & Wendy Rule
Precious Water Reprise - David & Steve Gordon
Golden Light (Excerpt) - Ashron
Nature Spirits (Balance Mix) - David & Steve Gordon
Watermoon - Bernd Scholl
Hidden Oasis (Yoga Mix) - David & Steve Gordon
Natural Healing (Excerpt) - Shajan
Rainforest Sunrise (Om Mix) - David & Steve Gordon
River Running - EverStar
Lightstreams - David & Steve Gordon
Lines in the Sand - David Gordon
Rainforest Sunset (Peace Mix) - David & Steve Gordon
7th Chakra: Be Still - Sophia
Radiant Sea Reprise - David & Steve Gordon

Album Description

Renew, reflect and relax into perfect balance - Transform your entire being with this exquisitely tranquil musical retreat for your body, mind and spirit. Immerse yourself in this superbly crafted collection of sonic treasures featuring the most blissful musical gems from some of today's foremost masters of healing music including David & Steve Gordon, Sophia, Gary Stadler, Ashron, Everstar, Shajan and Bernd Scholl - including many brand new songs from your favorite artists. You'll discover a new, ultimately relaxing and timeless way of being with these exceptionally soothing soundscapes, featuring gently calming harp, flute, guitar, tamboura, cello and piano with angelic vocals, serene keyboard atmospheres and the most peaceful sounds of nature imaginable - the perfect musical compliment for yoga, Pilates, massage, and the healing arts. Just press play and feel the stress melt away as you effortlessly experience your quite center of perfect balance within.

"The sweet serenity of nature and exquisite melodies of recording artists from the Sequoia Records label are artfully joined on this compilation of blissful music for healing and relaxation. PERFECT BALANCE, MUSICAL HEALING VOL. 2 is awash in quiet, uplifting music that blends flowing synthesizer ambience with harp, flute, guitar, cello and piano. Trackwise, the album features a lot of dreamy material from David and Steve Gordon, whose mellifluous soundscapes provide a fantastic atmosphere for stress relief and reflection. Other artists that make an appearance include Gary Stadler, Everstar, Sophia, Shajan and newcomers Bernd Scholl and Ashron. The tracks are sequenced in such a way the each blends fluidly into the next, without any disruption in the peaceful mood." ~ Music Design In Review

Customer Reviews:

Top-notch sooth-ability! .......2005-03-09

Throughout this immeasurably relaxing album are the predominant natural sounds of both water and birdsong that get supported by an assortment of gentle keyboard instrumentations. From Ashron's singing bowls to Scholl's spacescape, from Shajan's pouring rain stick to the Gordon's bird and waterscapes, all lend the listener to a perfect blend of sound for bathing the mind and soothing the spirit. Sophia has the only track with vocals, but its ethereal voices are so sweet one forgives the gentle intrusion. In all, this is the Gordon's most relaxing and rewarding album for letting go. Top-notch sooth-ability!

Incredibly Peaceful & Moving.......2005-03-01

This latest compilation of healing music from Sequoia Records is nothing less than brilliant. A follow up to their beautifully relaxing "Musical Healing" release from several years back, Perfect Balance: Musical Healing Vol. 2 surpasses the first in depth, dynamic and serenity. The majority of tracks here are mainly new releases along with a few classics from legendary healing music pioneers, David & Steve Gordon. These are balanced perfectly with some amazingly traquil tracks from such healing music luminaries as Shajan, Sophia and several new artists of note, including Bernd Scholl, whose track "Watermoon" blissfully carries the listener away on an ocean of eternal calm and Ashron, whose "Golden Light" bathes the listener in a waterfall of shimmering sound. This 69 plus minute release is superbly produed, mixed and sequenced allowing for ultimate release and relaxation and is long enough to just let it run for accompanying any healing arts session. An exceptional release.

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Unbelievably Soothing
Foothills of the Himalaya
Something Special

Soul of the Esraj
Benjy Wertheimer
Manufacturer: Ancient Future
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Voice of the Esraj
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ASIN: B00009Y3VL
Release Date: 2003-10-14

Tracks:

Dawning
Zenith
Come the Darkness
Threshold Between Worlds
Meditation of the Night

Album Description

"Soul of the Esraj" is a musical canvas for the practices of healing arts, hatha yoga and meditation. While the album has its roots in the classical music of North India, many elements of New Age and contemporary ambient musical styles have been included to build a multifaceted soundscape for each listener's spiritual journey. It is Benjy's hope and prayer that Soul of the Esraj will prove to be a steady and soulful companion to each listener on their path through this precious gift of life.

The pieces on the CD feature the esraj (an instrument from North India that resembles a small sitar but is played with a bow) accompanied by instruments from around the world, including bass flute, Celtic harp, viola da gamba, voice, and guitar. Indian classical ragas (ancient melodic forms) are associated with a particular time of day, and the selections on Soul of the Esraj flow through a sequence based on the ragas from which they are derived.

Customer Reviews:

Unbelievably Soothing.......2007-01-05

Wow! I bought this without ever hearing any of it before, and now it is my fav CD. It is perfect for background music for anything you are doing. Great for reading, artwork, sleeping, housework, etc. So glad I tried it! It isn't too "out there", but just so free-flowing and pleasing to listen to.

Foothills of the Himalaya.......2001-12-09

This is meditative music with the haunting, healing sounds of the esraj, a bowed string instrument from India. I had the CD on as background the first three times I listened to it. Periodically, when I would stop whatever I was doing, I'd realize how deeply contented and mellow I'd become. Five stars for its type. The man's a meditator for sure. Mellow it is, and not bland. The tonal quality of the esraj, and Wertheimer's familiarity with Indian music completely save it from being 'new age'.

Something Special.......2001-11-28

There is indeed some beautiful, and quite unique, music on this cd. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in the interface between Hindustani classical and contempory western musics. The entire cd maintains a very slow and mellow tempo, with a haunting and meditative quality. The principal instrument is Wertheimer's esraj - a bowed instrument from northern India. He is backed (usually quite subtly) by acoustic guitar, harp, flute, voice and keyboard. Most of the "fusion" work out there using Indian music tends to come along with electronic instrumentation and eventually uptempo percussion. Two of the nice things for me on this record is how it is mostly acoustic, and it stays with its slow tempo feel. (Though others might find the lack of percussion and change in tempo a bit boring.) The first track ("Dawning") in particular is striking in its transcendent quality. It has become a favorite piece of music for me. I don't think the rest of the cd quite holds this piece's magic, as some of the other tracks get somewhat repetitive, and in places the keyboard and other backup gets a bit too new age-ish for my taste. Still this is very cool music. I reckon that there are heaps of hatha yogis and massage practitioners out there using this cd. Personally I like to listen to it as the night slows down and sleep beckons. . . .

Onward Victoria (1981 Original Cast Members)

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JILL EICHENBERRY ASTOUNDS IN THIS VERY MUSICAL BROADWAY DISASTER . . . .
Melodies for a change - Thank God!

Onward Victoria (1981 Original Cast Members)
Book Charlotte Anker & Irene Rosenberg
Manufacturer: Original Cast Record
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000004CPM
Release Date: 2003-06-17

Tracks:

Overture
In New York the Only Sin Is Being Timid - Beth Austin, Jill Eikenberry
Magnetic Healing - Beth Austin, Jill Eikenberry, Lenny Wolpe
Taste of Forever - Jill Eikenberry
I Depend on You - Beth Austin, Jill Eikenberry
Onward Victoria - Beth Austin, Jill Eikenberry
Changes - Jill Eikenberry
Woman Like Beth - Michael Zaslow
Unescorted Women - Beth Austin, Jill Eikenberry, Lenny Wolpe
Love and Joy - Jill Eikenberry, Michael Zaslow
Everyday I Do a Little Something for the Lord
You Cannot Drown the Dream - Jill Eikenberry, Laura Waterbury
Respectable - Beth Austin
Another Life - Jill Eikenberry
Read It in the Weekly - Jill Eikenberry
Valentine for Beecher
Beecher's Defense - Jill Eikenberry
Finale - Beth Austin, Jill Eikenberry, Michael Zaslow

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JILL EICHENBERRY ASTOUNDS IN THIS VERY MUSICAL BROADWAY DISASTER . . . . .......2006-12-26

". . . appealing and gutsy . . . " (William Raidy, Newark Star-Ledger) ". . . An engaging musical . . . a musical with a message and a welcome surprise . . . " (Jeffrey Lyons, CBS Radio) ". . . the show casts a pall over the audience." (Frank Rich, New York Times) ". . . a lifeless score and humorless book . . . " (John Kendrick, [...]) "Considered by some to be one of the ten worst Broadway plays. " (Victoria Woodhull website)

After three weeks of previews, ONWARD VICTORIA opened (and closed) at the Martin Beck Theatre on December 14, 1980. Eight months later, members of the original cast gathered at RCA Studios in New York to record the show. I, for one, am extremely grateful that they did and am indebted to Original Cast Records for its remastered 1994 CD release. Usually in agreement with John Kendrick, I do not find the score "lifeless." Rather, I find it refreshing and inventive; an "old-fashioned" Broadway score in the very best sense of the term.

Economic reality has extracted a heavy toll from the Broadway musical, primarily in the number of singers and dancers employed and the size and quality of the orchestra. String sections have been replaced by synthesizers; a crack dance corps and a separate big-voiced chorus have given way to 16 or fewer singer/dancers who do neither as well as they did in the good old days; the overture has all but disappeared; excellence has been replaced by ordinary. Not the case with ONWARD VICTORIA.

Just give a listen to the excellent vocal writing and choral work in the opening number "In New York The Only Sin Is Being Timid" (listed as "The Age of Brass" on opening night), Victoria's campaign song "Onward Victoria" (or, "Victoria's Banner"), "You Cannot Drown the Dream," and the hymn-parody "A Valentine for Beecher;" and the stand-up-and-cheer second act finale. Incidentally, are those Bach-trumpets I hear in "Valentine?" Maybe the book was humorless, but catch the references to incest as per Sophocles in "Something for the Lord," artfully sung by Jim Jansen, and this line - and others - from "Beecher's Defense": "Plymouth Church should be proud to have a preacher so endowed." Not all the lyrics are as inspired as these ("Love and Joy" is a case in point), but even Oscar Hammerstein, II, penned a few clinkers. How about this gem from SOUND OF MUSIC: "You need someone older and wiser telling you what to do-ooh. I am 17 going on 18. I'll take care of you."

The cast is uniformly excellent, but Jill Eikenberry is a revelation! Known primarily as "Ann Kelsey" on TVs "LA Law" (153 episodes, 1986-1994), she reveals herself as a fine singer-actress in the role of Victoria Woodhull, a feminist who, decades before women won the right to vote, was the Equal Rights Party candidate for President, running against incumbent Ulysses S. Grant. In addition to her campaign-style numbers, Ms. Eikenberry gives us two lovely, character-building ballads, "I've Had a Taste of Forever" & "Another Life." Beth Austin, as Woodhull's sister Tennie Clafin, joins Victoria in "Magnetic Healing" & "I Depend on You" and gets her chance to shine in the big, brassy, show-stopping "Respectable." Lenny Wolpe (Feldzieg in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE), as restaurateur Charlie Delmonico, has a great time with "Unescorted Women;" Jim Jansen (Post Office prosecutor Anthony Comstock) gleefully reveals "Every Day I Do a Little Something for the Lord;" Michael Zaslow (Henry Ward Beecher, charismatic preacher of Brooklyn's Plymouth Church) explains away his wife's infidelity with "A Woman Like Beth" and joins Victoria in "Love and Joy," the only number that, in my opinion, doesn't succeed.

A "lifeless score?" I think not. Rather, a delightful score that transcends its appallingly bad book. (See also WHOOP-UP, ANYONE CAN WHISTLE, et. al.) Without a complete rewrite of the book, it's doubtful that ONWARD VICTORIA will ever again find its way onto the stage, so let's be grateful that this fine recording, with members of the original Broadway cast, is here for us to enjoy.

Highly recommended.

Melodies for a change - Thank God!.......2002-12-13

I thoroughly enjoyed ONWARD VICTORIA'S lush score. I am unable, even after 2 weeks, to get Mr. Herrmann's melodies out of my head. It is unfortunate that the theatrical environment of today only encourages the big, garish, pop scores of the talent-less British wave of writers. I hope Mr. Herrmann keeps on doing what he is doing - Thank you Keith Herrmann!

Enlighten: Musical Patterns for Healing and Enhanced Well Being

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This is the same CD as Cascade

Enlighten: Musical Patterns for Healing and Enhanced Well Being
Laraaji , and Jorge Alfano
Manufacturer: Living Arts
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Presence: Soothing Music to Bring You into the Moment
Solace: Peaceful Rhythms and Sounds to Calm the Mind

ASIN: B000BT96G4
Release Date: 2005-12-13

Tracks:

Concentration
Circulation
Activation

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This is the same CD as Cascade.......2006-04-14

The title of my review says it all. If you already have Cascade you don't need this one. If you don't, I highly recommend this to fans of Laraaji; calming, reflective music featuring Laraaji's inimitable zither playing. "New Age" music that doesn't sound limp or flaccid.

One Heart: Healing native and classical flute melodies for stress reduction, relaxation, meditation

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pleased as punch
One Heart: Healing native and classical flute melodies for stress reduction, relaxation, meditation
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One Heart: Healing native and classical flute melodies for stress reduction, relaxation, meditation
Maria Kostelas
Manufacturer: Flutes of the World
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Ancient Voices from Within: Flutes of the World
Mothers Melody~One Heart: Healing Flute Lullabies For Babies, Prenatal Music For Pregnancy, Labor, Through Infancy
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Canyon Trilogy: Native American Flute Music

ASIN: B0007VN8YM
Release Date: 2005-02-15

Tracks:

One Heart
Mothers Melody
Sweet Innocense
Safe and Sound
Good Night~Sleep Tight

Album Description

Native American and classical flutes blend joyously with a musical soundscape featuring guitar, violins, cellos, piano and harp in this blissful production. Soothing melodies that touch the heart create a bond of love as the listener is transported to a magical inner kingdom where true healing begins. The music on this CD was originally released as Mother's Melody. Many, many listeners, (that were not expecting or pregnant!) reported using the CD for their own use: background music, intimate parties, relaxation, meditation, yoga. Several reported it brought them peace, hope and joy and helped them to heal their trauma and grief. Maria's music has become a companion for individuals worldwide as they experience life's celebrations and the ups and downs of their daily lives. We decided to make Mother's Melody available to a broader audience and released it as One Heart. 51 minutes.

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pleased as punch.......2005-12-01

Very relaxing and beautiful music. I own several flute CD's and really like this one. Will purchase others in the future.

One Heart: Healing native and classical flute melodies for stress reduction, relaxation, meditation.......2005-09-07

Very relaxing music. Good to pay your bills to. Takes you to another place of calm and relaxation.

Review of One Heart CD.......2005-05-05

...."The songs are just wonderful on this CD, and I find myself listening to it again and again. Its become a daily nighttime ritual when retiring for a very relaxing way to wind down."

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