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CANYON DRUMS  CANYON DRUMS Ref: RWM2117

Peter Wyoming Bender

Featuring the rhythmic excellence of virtuoso Native American drums, this album focuses on a series of compositions interweaving rattles and drums with chanting, Native American flutes and modern mood textures. The heartbeat rhythms played on these drums form the basis of the compositions that draw sonic pictures of the spacious canyons of the Southwest and other sacred sites. Peter "Wyoming" Bender drew his inspiration for this album from his Commanche heritage and his many years of involvement with the Indian movement.

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CLASSICAL DELIGHT  CLASSICAL DELIGHT Ref: RWM044

Lesley Spencer

Ambitious pianist Lesley Spencer has made a host of transcendent albums that explore the piano in and out of an orchestral setting, and her latest is a true gem. Collaborating with the Latin Chamber Pop Ensemble and guitarist Fahreed Haque, Spencer's goal was to create fresh classical music for the 21st century, and she composed all of this visionary music herself. Using a large orchestra and even a children's chorus, Spencer produced a beautiful and uplifting album that touches a wide range of emotions.

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CRAZY SAINTS  CRAZY SAINTS Ref: RMA105

Trilok Gurtu

A world class, virtuoso percussionist, Trilok Gurtu has attracted a world class set of collaborators over a long career; these started with John McLaughlin in whose trio, Trilok flourished as the featured soloist for 4 year, and went on to include such luminaries as Joe Zawinul, Jan Garbarek, Zakir Hussain, Salif Keita, and Neneh Cherry. For this album Trilok Gurtu assembles an all star cast for this brilliant recording, linking subtle Indian rhythms and Indian singing with elements of modern jazz and rock. Daniel Goyone, piano, keyboards; Shobha Gurtu, voice; Pat Metheny, guitar, guitar synthesizer; Joe Zawinul, keyboards, piano; Louis Sclavis, bass clarinet, clarinet, soprano saxophone; Ernst Reijseger.

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DAWN UNTIL DUSK: Didgeridoo & Tribal Song  DAWN UNTIL DUSK: Didgeridoo & Tribal Song Ref: RWM2123

Adam Plack & Johnny White Ant Soames

A story of a day in the aboriginal lands of Australia told through didgeridoo and tribal song. "Two kangaroos come bounding through the bush heading for a waterhole. Two hunters search for crab in the mangrove swamp, and sing Injarda to ward off the mosquitos. The children, women and men gather together to sing and dance Waddama. As dusk comes over the land, slowly emerges the orchestra of bull frogs and crickets. In the still of the night we sit in silence and stare into the fire..."

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DERVISH CEREMONIES  DERVISH CEREMONIES Ref: RMA089

Deben Bhattacharya

Bhattacharya is one of the world’s leading experts on traditional music. This album, part of a series to preserve the spiritual music of different traditions from around the world, records the Mevlevi Dervish Order’s celebration of the 701st anniversary of Rumi and the Jerrahi prayers of the "howling" Dervishes in Istanbul.

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DOMBAA FOLEE: Minianka Medicine Music of Mali  DOMBAA FOLEE: Minianka Medicine Music of Mali Ref: RCD103

Yaya Diallo

Music plays a vital role in the healing traditions of West Africa. Among the Minianka of Mali, every healer makes music and every musician is a healer. A musician's apprenticeship includes the study of plants, magical words, proverbs, psychology and philosophy. Their music heightens awareness and connection to nature, while restoring balance and harmony. Master percussionist, author, teacher and healer Yaya Diallo spent his childhood studying music and medicine in Mali. On this recording you will hear many traditional instruments from West Africa including djembes, talking drums, bamboo flutes and balafons. You will also hear a Bafoko, the healing drum of the Minianka.

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DREAMER / FANTASY (2 Albums on 1 CD)  DREAMER / FANTASY (2 Albums on 1 CD) Ref: RWM015

William Aura

The two albums on this CD present new age music pioneer William Aura at his best. Keyboard Magazine calls Aura a "synth-hero" and Electronic Musician considers him "a magician of the trade." Both albums are designed to facilitate relaxation and healing. William Aura (vocals, guitar, zither harp, keyboards, bass), Jamie Mehan (guitar), Tony Karasek (sitar, vichtra, venna, tabla, tambora), Richard Tibbitts (flute), Terry Braverman (harmonica), Andy Leonard (saxophone), David Thomas (piano), Eric Denton, Christopher Hedge (keyboards, percussion), John Hildebrand (bass).

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DREAMINGS: Aboriginal Healing Didgeridoo  DREAMINGS: Aboriginal Healing Didgeridoo Ref: RCD105CSL

Will Seachnasaigh

Music Therapist, percussionist and didjeridu master, Will Seachnasaigh, has lived among the Yolgnu people of Australia's Northwest Territory, studying the ways in which this ancient culture uses music for healing and meditation. The didjeridu, one of the oldest instruments known to humankind, is made from a simple eucalyptus branch hollowed out by termites. The aboriginal Yolgnu are capable of using this haunting horn to put both the player and listener into a deep and meditative healing state. The indigenous musicians who evolved this art used music to create a bridge between the ordinary world and the Dreamtime, a spiritual dimension of being, where the cosmos is given shape and meaning. In the Dreamtime a connection to nature and one's own basic instincts is the source of healing.

THE SLEEVE OF THESE CDs WAS WATER DAMAGED. CD ITSELF IS IN IMMACULATE CONDITION AND IS SUPPLIED IN A PAPER SLEEVE.

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"E" Ref: RMA054

Shahin & Sepehr

"E by Shahin & Sepehr is an upbeat driven album that will appeal to fans of jazz, adult contemporary, and new age. The melodies dance off the accoustic guitar with a flavor of both Latin and Middle Eastern accents, with rhythms that invite listeners to get up on their feet. The whole set flows together in a joyful, bright approach that will grab your attention from the first cut..." - New Age Voice. "If you like Spanish guitar music, E is a must. Shahin & Sepehr have created an album filled with a Spanish-Persian influence, similar to the Spanish guitar music of Ottmar Liebert, especially Liebert's Nouveau Flamenco (another must if you like Spanish guitar music)." - Gallery of Sound Gazette.

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EARTH DANCE  EARTH DANCE Ref: RCDA39

Randy Tico

This sizzling fusion of jazz, latin and world rhythms is an intricate artpiece composed and orchestrated by virtuoso bassist Randy Tico. "Earthdance" features performances by world-class musicians including Ricardo Silveira, Jorge Strunz, Brazilian percussionist Junior Homrich, vocalist Flora Purim, percussionist Airto Moreira and flautist Steve Kujala.

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EARTH ISLAND  EARTH ISLAND Ref: RWM2120

Suspended Memories

Following their highly acclaimed debut Forgotten Gods, Suspended Memories leaves no doubt why they’re being called “The Ambient Supergroup”. The collective sound of Steve Roach (US), Jorge Reyes (Mexico) and Suso Saiz (Spain) has grabbed the ears of fans from new age, progressive, and world music all the way to acid rave. Diverse, disciplined and powerful - they weave Mayan trumpets, ‘hypnotics’ guitar, didgeridoo, percussion, electronics - even ethnographic field recordings - into a singular album that pushes the genre toward a new standard.

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ELYSIUM: Abode of the Angels  ELYSIUM: Abode of the Angels Ref: RMB1027

Erik Berglund

Elysium, the heavenly realm, is the point of outpouring of angelic energies through music. Erik Berglun weaves a tapestry of angelic voices, singing the forgotten language of the angels, music unfettered by the separation caused by words, with sensitive harp, flute and synthesizer, ideal for moving into new spaces of healing and inspiration. "Some of the most restful and inspiring music ever recorded." - PJ Birosk, New Age Retailer

Erik spent 19 years in New York City where he studied harp with legendary harpist Mildred Dilling, the teacher of Harpo Marx.

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ESSENCE: The Healing Music of Don Campbell  ESSENCE: The Healing Music of Don Campbell Ref: RTDM006

With numerous books, articles and recordings to his credit, founder of the Institute for Music, Health and Education, Don Campbell is a leader in the field of music and sound healing. Essence is a powerful ambient exploration including compositions created specifically for relaxation, healing and concentration. Tracks include the 1983 Campbell classic Crystal Meditations, the contemplative and powerful Rune Dance, and Suite from Dances for a Sleepwalker, an exploration of Campbell’s interest in the unconscious alignment of music, imagery and movement commissioned by an American ballet company. Any carefully chosen collection deserves this now available classic.

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ETERNAL DANCE  ETERNAL DANCE Ref: RMA092

Atman

The group Atman fuses ancient Indian music with modern electronica in a hybrid sound that overlaps vocals, dance rhythms, mantras, sampled sounds, and ethnic instruments (including Japan’s shakuhachi flute). “While a lot of modern Indian fusion favours secular lyrics, Eternal Dance maintains a spiritual, Hindu-minded outlook on haunting tracks like ‘Dancing With the Goddess,’ ‘I Am,’ and ‘Govinda.’... Those who hold Indian music, dance music, and electronica in equally high regard will find a lot to admire about this intriguing CD." - All Music Guide.

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EVERY ACT OF LOVE  EVERY ACT OF LOVE Ref: RWM014

William Aura

Top 5 on New Adult Contemporary radio charts, smooth flowing grand piano, flute and saxophone melodies are complemented by a rich undercurrent of Brazilian percussion. "From first note to last... a labour of love and this feeling can't help but be passed along to the listener." - Music Review.

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EXOTIC SIMPLICITY  EXOTIC SIMPLICITY Ref: RMA060

Richard Buxton

Jazz influenced keyboard melodies are accompanied by guitars, saxophones, exquisite percussion and harmonic nature sounds. This is a musical portrait of our planet's complex harmonies and elegant simplicity - great for a cruise down the highway or across the sea.

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EXOTICO  EXOTICO Ref: REDB83

Lara & Reyes

If Lara & Reyes' first two Higher Octave releases, "Guitarras Hermanas" and "Two Guitars - One Passion" introduced us to the mystical, flamenco-edged tandem's extraordinary musical chemistry, the duo's latest, "Exotico," establishes them as one of the genre's truly innovative world beat-tinged acts. While "Exotico" keeps the dynamic core of their voices on each track, there are exciting rhythmic variations and playful touches of instrumentation keeping the dynamics shifting at all times. A wistful flute and symphonic flair keeps 'Mi Ciudad' soaring, while the galloping 'Bahia del Palmar' proves that with Lara & Reyes percussion is never far from the forefront. Spry keyboard and flute solos propel the festive standard 'Brazil,' and 'Morning Rain' finds its smooth jazz voice via saxophone, but the heart of Lara & Reyes is found on 'Guitarras Ardientes,' which strips down to the explosive possibilities of three fiery acoustic guitars. "Our sound is geared around the format of two very talkative acoustic guitars in heavy conversation with each other," says Lara. "But within that, we can comfortably state that we are not purists to any one style. There are no borders to what we do, and this album opens up a wide variety of creative possibilities."

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EXOTICO  EXOTICO Ref: REDA49

Lara & Reyes

If Lara & Reyes' first two Higher Octave releases, "Guitarras Hermanas" and "Two Guitars - One Passion" introduced us to the mystical, flamenco-edged tandem's extraordinary musical chemistry, the duo's latest, "Exotico," establishes them as one of the genre's truly innovative world beat-tinged acts. While "Exotico" keeps the dynamic core of their voices on each track, there are exciting rhythmic variations and playful touches of instrumentation keeping the dynamics shifting at all times. A wistful flute and symphonic flair keeps 'Mi Ciudad' soaring, while the galloping 'Bahia del Palmar' proves that with Lara & Reyes percussion is never far from the forefront. Spry keyboard and flute solos propel the festive standard 'Brazil,' and 'Morning Rain' finds its smooth jazz voice via saxophone, but the heart of Lara & Reyes is found on 'Guitarras Ardientes,' which strips down to the explosive possibilities of three fiery acoustic guitars. "Our sound is geared around the format of two very talkative acoustic guitars in heavy conversation with each other," says Lara. "But within that, we can comfortably state that we are not purists to any one style. There are no borders to what we do, and this album opens up a wide variety of creative possibilities."

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FAIRY GARDEN  FAIRY GARDEN Ref: RWM2071

John Bundrick

It doesn’t really matter where you live or what your garden means to you, it will always represent somewhere special where you can relax and be at one with nature. In The Fairy Garden John Bundrick brings his own special magic to this beautiful recording of richly orchestrated piano melodies inspired by the garden. Played quietly whilst relaxing it will create your own symphony perfectly in tune with the sounds of the earth.

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FENG SHUI GARDEN  FENG SHUI GARDEN Ref: RWM2011

Paul Cheneour & Melissa Holding

Featuring koto (Japanese harp), shamisen and flutes, this music moves through the five elements of earth, metal, water, wood and fire before the entering the mythical world of feng shui animals - dragon, tiger, turtle, phoenic and crane. The final five tracks reflect auspicious "locations." Sheng Chi (generating breath), Tien Yi (doctor from heaven), Mien Yen (longevity), Fu Wei (overall harmony, and Sunset.

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FINGERPAINTING  FINGERPAINTING Ref: RMA069

Ozzie Ahlers

Veteran keyboardist Ozzie Ahlers, known for his work with Jerry Garcia and Craig Chaquico, debuts with a fanciful array of spirited, groove intensive keyboard melodies. His style is drawn from a wide array of influences, ranging from Jazz and Rock to Soul and Blues.

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FLY AWAY  FLY AWAY Ref: RMA024

Yuki

Released simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan, this album combines Yuki's soft Japanese style and classical training with contemporary rhythms. Producer Osamu Kitajima is joined by special guests Bobby Caldwell and Freddie Ravel.

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FLY AWAY  FLY AWAY Ref: RMA025

Yuki

Released simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan, this album combines Yuki's soft Japanese style and classical training with contemporary rhythms. Producer Osamu Kitajima is joined by special guests Bobby Caldwell and Freddie Ravel.

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FOR MY PEOPLE  FOR MY PEOPLE Ref: 2541C-BG

Brooke Medicine Eagle

These songs are an honoring of the altar of Mother Earth, and a prayer for peace among All Our Relations. For My People is rooted in the Native American tradition and is accompanied by drum and rattle. Brooke is a legendary Earth Wisdom teacher and shamanic catalyst for healing.

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FOREST / MOUNTAIN (2 Albums on 1 CD)  FOREST / MOUNTAIN (2 Albums on 1 CD) Ref: RWM068

Peter Davison

Forest/Mountain contains two releases previously available separately on cassette only. "The music is free-floating as a feather swirliing on a warm wind, yet as penetrating as the sun rays streaming through the redwoods. Music for hot tub soaking and sweet massages." - NAPRA Trade Journal.

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FUTURE LOUNGE  FUTURE LOUNGE Ref: RWM2048

Al Gomer Khan

He may be a master of the sitar, but Al Gromer Khan's trademark is quickly becoming his carefully crafted ambient soundscapes. Ideal for either the massage parlor or the chill-out room, Future Lounge is a melodic yet abstract album that's wonderful for creating a resonant healing atmosphere. Hand drums are used to create a dramatic effect in places, alongside shimmering keyboard effects and guitar chords. At times brooding ("Isfahan Days") and at others ethereal ("Oblivion and Gratitude"), this sonic elixir provides a door to another state of consciousness, where peace and tranquility reign supreme.

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FUTURE PRIMITIVE  FUTURE PRIMITIVE Ref: RMA063

Eko

EKO (Sanskrit for ONE) is a fascinating blend of Andean, African, Celtic and Caribbean influences orchestrated by innovative guitarist John O'Connor. Instruments from pan pipes to acoustic mandolins make up a colourful musical tapestry. Enchanting Zulu voices add to a cross-cultural landscape of sound. John's eclectic style brings an inner smile and entertains with easeful humour and sophistication.

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