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Riley Lee & Small Defence

Bamboo soup is a pioneering chill-out hybrid of beats and bamboo. An album of contrasts, Bamboo Soup is energetic and serene, solemn and playful, eccentric and simple, electronic and acoustic. Beats, electronica and drum n’ bass are spiced with bamboo, bongos, congas, japanese drums and double bass.

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DIVINE BLISS Ref: 2932C-BG

Shri Anandi Ma

A spiritual tale from India tells of a doll made of salt who was in search of God. The doll fulfilled his quest by jumping into the ocean - completely dissolving himself into the love of the divine. This demonstrates the attitude of supreme surrender - where the devotee of God is immersed in an ocean of divine bliss. On ‘Divine Bliss,’ a female master of devotional chant in the Indian tradition, Shri Anandi Ma (Mother of Divine Bliss), offers up nine ecstatic songs of praise in this spirit. Considered a living saint in the land of her birth, Shri Anandi Ma sings in a voice soaked with reverence for the sacred nature of all life. With gentle accompaniment by harmonium, tamboura and traditional percussion, ‘Divine Bliss’ lifts the listener up on waves of song to taste the peace and healing that are the hallmarks of true spirituality. "Exquisitely lovely." - New Age Retailer

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DIVINE BLISS Ref: 2933CD-BG

Shri Anandi Ma

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DRUM!: How to Play the Rythms of Africa & Latin America Ref: MX2039-BG

Geoff Johns

A self-teaching CD on the magic of drumming, from master drummer and teacher Geoff Johns. Drum! covers how to play the World Beat rhythms and percussion structures of Ghana, Cuba, Guinea, Haiti and Brazil. Each exercise is explained in plain language, making it easy to play along. Presents six original compositions in step-by-step detail, and includes tablature booklet. For beginning and intermediate students.

60 mins. ... CD

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DRUMMING - EN LA BOTÁNICA MAGICA Ref: M441CA-BG

Eric Casillas

A botánica is a shop specialising in a variety of potions, candles, charms, herbs, plants, books and other articles used in the spiritual world. Look on a display shelf and you’ll see Native American herbs and sage resting comfortably next to a statue of what appears to be the Roman Catholic saint, Santa Barbara. But it turns out Santa Barbara actually represents the African deity Chango. Clients of botánica don’t discriminate among the possible cures for what ails them. A Cuban may buy some Native American sage, if they’ve heard about it’s healing powers. Eric Casillas followed the same approach in putting together the music on ‘Drumming En La Botánica Magia’. For instance ‘Ya-Ta-Hey’ is composed of three distinct African rhythms, but along with the rhythms Casillas chants ‘ya-ta-hey’ the traditional Navajo greeting, while Ben Tavera King interjects the Native American Flute. Essentially, Casillas’s music represents the microcosm of spiritual and cultural influences found in a botánica.

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DRUMMING - EN LA BOTÁNICA MAGICA Ref: M442CD-BG

Eric Casillas

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FENG SHUI: Part 2 Ref: MX063-BG

Chinmaya Dunster

The second part of the "Music for Feng Shui" series will help to deepen the understanding of the basic principles introduced in the first part. The eight music tracks are named after important aspects of daily life that also correspond with the eight elements of nature, as they were described in the first part. Simply regularly listening to this music can harmonise your own life, as it can help to understand these forces of nature.

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FRAGRANCE OF THE EAST Ref: MX104-BG

Chinmaya Dunster & The Celtic Ragas Band

Chinmaya Dunster and the Celtic Raga’s band united to perform this live concert at the Bharatiya Vidapeeth Institute of Environmental Education and Research in Pune, India. BVIEER is an institute that emphasizes environmental awareness and conservation. It was a meeting between this program’s director Dr. Erach Bharucha and Chinmaya that inspired this benefit concert as a tribute to the India’s rich beauty and unspoiled nature. Included with this CD is an Mpeg video of the concert. "I love the unique blend of Irish and Indian style music of Celtic Ragas'" - Paul McCartney.

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GARDEN OF SERENITY 2 CA Ref: M896CA-BG

David & Steve Gordon

Ten years after the release of their wildly popular ‘Garden of Serenity,’ the Gordons have produced another gem. The deeply peaceful sounds of flowing water and exotic songbirds grace this album like beads of dew quivering and shimmering on a blade of grass as the dawn sun shines gently down. Woven lusciously into the nature sounds are shakuhauchi and silver flute melodies, temple bells, harp, koto, piano and wind chimes, creating an earthy, relaxing ambience that is absolutely perfect for meditation, quiet contemplation, massage or as soothing background music. Very highly recommended.

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GARDEN OF SERENITY 3 Ref: MX065-BG

David & Steve Gordon

Enter your own lush and secluded garden, where you can go to rejuvenate your body and mind. David & Steve Gordon continue their acclaimed Garden of Serenity series, artfully blending Elizabethan and classically-influenced music, which is proven to reduce stress, with soothing harp, flute, piano, strings, lute and pure sounds of nature. Ideal for Yoga, Massage or any time you need to relax.

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HAMSAFAR Ref: MX069-BG

Prem Joshua

Hamsafar is the meeting of multi-instrumentalist Prem Joshua, with 14 other musicians from India, Japan and Europe, combining his masterful soprano saxophone playing and soaring flute lines with spacious keyboards, ethnic sounds and the haunting rhythms of the deserts, bazaars and gardens of the East.

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HARMONIC MEDITATIONS Ref: MX136-BG

David Hykes

A quarter-million listeners made Hearing Solar Winds a classic; now comes David Hykes’ Harmonic Meditations, his first 21st-century release. Hykes is the legendary composer and musician who, besides introducing Western audiences to the “throat singing” of Tuva, Tibet, and Mongolia, has created a world of universal sacred music, the Harmonic Chant. Here are eight profound compositions that open the listener to incredible states of expanded consciousness aligned with the vibrational frequencies of the cosmos itself. “David Hykes and the Harmonic Choir have mastered a spectacular and little known technique of overtone singing ... hearing it is an experience everyone should have.” - The New York Times.

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HEART CHAKRA MEDITATION Ref: M901CA-BG

Karunesh

A gentle rhythmic pattern melds with sensitive melodies to align the breath for a standing movement meditation which balances the body's seven energy centres by opening the heart chakra. Honouring ancient Sufi tradition, the liner notes recommend performing specific postures while listening to the music; the various cuts correspond with the four directions and four elements of Earth, Water, Fire and Air to reconnect vital energy into a unified circle. Detailed instructions complete with photos are included for easy assimilation.

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HIGHER GROUND Ref: M474CBG

Steven Halpern

Higher Ground brings together ancient sound traditions with keyboards and "Binaural beat phasing." Their synergy sonically entrains your brain into an 8-cycle-per second response. In this state of being your brain naturally locks into phase with the Earth's harmonics.

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IMMUNITY: Explorations in Self-Healing & Transformation Ref: MX2030-BG

Tom Kenyon

This stunning tapestry weaves together compelling sound codes for purifying the body, mind and soul. It features 32 spirit healers, from indigenous shamans to the angelic realms, who channeled their healing codes through Tom Kenyon's remarkable almost four-octave voice. Brilliantly mixed and layered, it reaches deep within the body/mind of the listener to create a powerful sound healing experience - a new mind/body healing modality for our times. Each track begins with an 8-minute catalytic section followed by a 12-minute soothing and integrative section.

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KOKOPELLI’S CAFÉ Ref: M852CA-BG

R Carlos Nakai

Intrigue, mystery, shadow and substance spice the servings at Kokopelli’s Café. The entrees are designed to give the soul the sustenance it needs to sit up and pay attention. Nakai inspirits the Native flute with a voice that expresses its multifaceted nature. From regional specialities to universal favourites, from “Mo’combo Gumbo” to “Javelina Shuffle,” the main ingredient found in all these dishes is delight.

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LEGACY: 16th - 18th Century Music From India Ref: M878C-BG

Ali Akbar Khan

An historic recording event bringing together Ali Akbar Khan and the world’s most recorded singer Shrimati Asha Bhosle. LEGACY features 11 ancient, 16th century songs from the court of the emperor Akbar, handed down through generations and taught to Khansahib by his father Allauddin Khan. Ali Akbar Khan, called by concert violinist Yehudi Menuhin “An absolute genius...the greatest musician in the world.” LEGACY is therefore the coming together of two monumental talents that speaks to the heritage and rich tradition of Indian music handed down from generation to generation. In Ali Akbar Khan’s own words “Indian music is like a river or stream that has come down to us through time, bringing nurture to man’s soul. From the past masters, this music flowed to my father an through him to me. I want to keep this stream flowing. I don’t want it to die.”

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MANTRAS FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG ADULTS Ref: MX085-BG

In 'Ali Baba and the forty thieves' the magic words used to open doors were 'Open Sesame'. Mantras are like that, they have a magical power too. A mantra is simply a word or phrase that, when repeated, influences our minds. The recitation of certain mantras can help to sharpen the intellect, correct speech defects and improve the mental and intellectual faculties. They can also help against certain fears.

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MUSIC AS MEDICINE Ref: MX137-BG

Nawang Khechog

Ancient Tibetan teachings tell us that merely seeing an image of the Medicine Buddha - or even hearing his name - holds the power to heal. Now, acclaimed musician and former Buddhist monk Nawang Khechog invokes the blessings of this potent deity on his new recording, Music As Medicine. Nawang is one of the few Tibetan musicians today who has received the blessing transmission of these teachings - and shares them here with the outside world as a catalyst for transformation. On this all-new album, premier native American musician R. Carlos Nakai joins Nawang Khechog as a special guest artist to create a cross-cultural “apothecary” of soothing melodies and healing chants to infuse this universal energy within anyone who listens. With Tibetan flute, long horn, and overtone chanting; native American flute and drum; universal horn; and calming chants to restore balance and health.

68 mins. ... CD

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OM DEEKSHA Ref: MX2045-BG

Manish de Moor, Deva Premal, et al

Winner Innerspace, Meditation Healing Music of the Year

For a tranquil immersion in the peace and spaciousness at the heart of enlightenment, Maneesh de Moor and a group of uniquely gifted musicians present Om Deeksha. Each artist on this one-of-a-kind album has been initiated to transmit deeksha, a form of sacred energy and grace that supports the transformation of consciousness and fosters spiritual awakening. It is their intention for Om Deeksha to invoke the presence of the Divine and the experience of unity in all who listen. Infused with this spirit of love and interconnection, Om Deeksha offers ten tracks that range from uplifting, celebratory chants to meditative, moving soundscapes. Featuring the characteristic sound of Maneesh de Moor’s blissful productions and the voices of Deva Premal, Sudha, Sri Anandagiri-ji, Yogini, Sri Krishnaraj-ji, and Anette Carlström, Om Deeksha gives you a taste of the remarkable spiritual phenomenon known as deeksha, and is also a perfect musical tool for healing, yoga, meditation, and quality listening. With vocals, keyboards, strings, percussion, Indian instruments, nature sounds, and more.

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POW-WOW SONGS Ref: M829CA-BG

The Black Lodge Singers

1. People, We Are Here Singing for You - 2. Indian People Try Hard - 3. Intertribal Song

4. Prayer Song in Honor of Jordan Yazzie - 5. Contest Song: Try Hard! - 6. Straight Song

7. Listening to the Elders - 8. Land of Gathering - 9. Straight Song

10. Crow Hop - 11. Intertribal Song - 12. Intertribal Song: Watch the Men Dancers! They Look Good When They're

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PRIMORDIAL DIDGE: The Music of Creation Ref: MX090-BG

Astarius

On this album of Didgeridoo with tribal drumming Astarius introduces his unique art of purring with the didgeridoo. Human purring has it's roots in Shamanism and activates blissful states while opening the door to inner realms. Wonderfully hypnotic.

61 mins. ... CD

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QUIET MIND Ref: MX2002-BG

Nawang Khechog

Born of the Tibetan nomads, Nawang Khechog discovered the bamboo flute in early childhood. He fled to India in 1959 and spent 11 years as a Buddhist monk before bringing his music to the West. ‘Quiet Mind’ reflects the rare gift of this remarkable musician for drawing listeners into the interior journey. Nawang’s gentle flute defines music as meditation – centring the mind and quickening the seeds of compassion and awareness. ‘Quiet Mind’ is his most personal transmission; a continuous prayer that imparts serenity to everyone it touches. With didgeridoo, Incan pan pipes and ocarina.

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REIKI: Space of Peace & Love Ref: MX079-BG

Merlin's Magic & Frank Arjava Petter

This is the most meditative Merlin's Magic production to date, with compositions that unite in the silent eye of Reiki. Experience the gentle flow of energy, the meditative touch and the inner space of the heart profoundly and tangibly emanating from the source of Reiki power. Once you have opened to universal life energy you will find yourself in a crystal-clear temple of inner peace and love that radiates far out into the world. In this peaceful presence the sounds of Far Eastern enchantment unfold to the pulse-beat of the heart.The Composition consists of: Gassho Meditation (hands folded in front of the heart), breath exercise, music for accompanying a treatment sequence, the Five Reiki Life Principles, chanted in the original Japanese. The album still unfolds as a complete melodic event, 60 minutes of pure listening pleasure. Includes 16-page booklet by Frank Arjava Petter.

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RNA: Ribonucleic Ambience Ref: M858CA-BG

Michael Mantra

Michael Mantra creates Ambient music. More than that, he creates tools for "brain hemisphere synchronization" (after synchronizing the mind and the body, Mantra's work claims to release endorphins - part of the human body's natural pharmacy which work at the level of opiates). Mixing modulating high and low harmonic tones (low deep drones and high resonating harmonics) with didgeridoo, ocean waves, rain, water, birds and other natural sounds and instruments, Michael creates a perfect ambient soundscape for the ultimate relaxation trip.

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RNA: Ribonucleic Ambience Ref: M859CD-BG

Michael Mantra

“RNA is the stuff of dreams - a heady, billowing mixture of timbres and movement designed as a partner in flight.” - Branches magazine. “Often trancelike, often meditative, RNA: Ribonucleic Ambience is great for background music, meditation, for that hard-to-define-but-you-know-when-you're-there Space, the Final Frontier kind of feeling.” - Steve Ryals, New Age Retailer.

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RHYTHMS OF THE CHAKRAS: Drumming for the Body's Energy Centres Ref: BF93A-BG

Glen Velez

Each of the body's seven chakras is sensitive to particular tempos and sounds. Rhythms of the Chakrasis a tour through these physical energy centers with Grammy-winning percussionist and composer Glen Velez. These seven intricate, irresistible drumming compositions evoke spontaneous movements and sensations that help focus mental energy and healing - on all of the chakras. Listeners chant along with vocalizations based on specific vowel sounds that are designed to increase the effect of the resonating drums. Rhythms of the Chakras is a one-of-a-kind recording that articulates the sounds of the human body's energy centers through the hands of this master musician.

52 mins. ... CD

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SHAKUHACHI MEDITATION MUSIC Ref: BF94B-BG

Stan Richardson

Over 700 years ago in Japan, Zen masters developed honkyôku,the art of “blowing Zen,” using only the pure tones of the simple shakuhachi bamboo flute for accompaniment. On Shakuhachi Meditation Music,virtuoso Stan Richardson offers 13 authentic bamboo flute selections, each one a soothing contemplation meant to still the mind and awaken attention. Richardson, a former member of Japan’s respected Ki-Sui-An Shakuhachi Dôjô ensemble, plays these rare works in the traditional Zen style, just as they were played for centuries by wandering monks. Selections range from spare, haunting contemplations to complex tone poems. Excellent for meditation, yoga, exercise, and bodywork.

120 mins. ... 2 CDs

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TIBETAN SINGING BOWLS Ref: MX082-BG

Danny Becher

Besides the musical effect of the singing bowls and a China gong, pulsating sounds between the left and right side bowls create a vibrational pattern. This pattern can tune the brainwaves into alpha and theta states. A balancing and harmonising effect between the left and right side of the brain occurs with these three wonderful pieces: "With a Quiet Mind," "Space - Planet-Suite" and "The Pleasure of Being One with the Supreme Soul."

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THIS EARTH Ref: BF92A-BG

Julia Cameron & Tim Wheater

Recorded high in the Rocky Mountains, This Earth is a partnering of poetry and music, intended by Julia Cameron and Tim Wheater to be a hymn of healing. It is passionate, romantic, provocative, and political. It is an anthem, a lullaby, a torch song, a prayer. Calling us to remember who we are and why we love each other, it invites us to cast aside differences of race, religion, country, culture, and gender. Above all, it invites us to celebrate This Earth. Thirty compositions.

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THROUGH ETERNITY Ref: BE60CD-BG

Dastan Ensemble with Shahram Nazeri

The ecstatic poetry of Rumi sung in his native tongue… the passionate music of his homeland… and five of Iran’s greatest living musicians come together on Dastan’s Through Eternity – an unforgettable musical celebration of Persia’s legendary mystical poet.

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A TIME FOR PEACE Ref: MX059-BG

Terry Oldfield

Prolific flautist and composer Terry Oldfield masterfully weaves a host of flute melodies, keyboards, harp, cello, and classical guitar with subtle world sounds in this fully instrumental new release. Rich instrumentation and thoughtful tones establish a welcoming environment for inner focus and reflection.

"A lot of people talk the talk, but Oldfield walks the walk with his new set that promotes inner peace. Using his formidable and impressive chops to create an impressionistic instrumental outing colored by actual nature sounds from Australia, this is a set that opens the minds and heart of the stressed adult looking for some respite for the time. Tasty throughout, well textured and a sure bet to be looked at as contemporary classical music." - Midwest Record Recap.

"Known for his outstanding television and film soundtracks, Oldfield has been nominated for a British Academy Award and two Emmy Awards. A time for Peace opens doors to awe and wonder. It sounds good on any player but truly merits quality equipment. Do yourself a favor - give yourself this gift of tranquility at the end of a busy day." - Light Connection.

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TOUCHING SILK Ref: MX103-BG

Frank Steiner

Balanced with dynamic rhythms and exquisitely poetic passages, this is music on a grand scale, filled with exotic sounds spanning the horizon from east to west. Touching Silk is a joyful cleanser, a break from our sometimes harsh world into one that is rich in fantasy and beauty.

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TRANCENDENCE Ref: M868CA-BG

Tulku

On Trancendence the native traditions of North America and the ancient traditions of India and the Far East have been combined and mixed with some of the best trance-ambient music that you are likely to hear. Using the alchemy of technology, sampled sounds are fused with the warmth and organic qualities of live percussion, vocals and a wide range of instruments, creating a new body for an ancient soul. The result places the Inuit shaman next to the Indian Dotaraj, and the Tahitian Choir alongside GubGubi from Bengal. Recommended.

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VOCAL TONING THE CHAKRAS Ref: K043-BG

Jonathan Goldman

Modern science and ancient wisdom agree - everything is in a state of vibration. Pioneering sound healer Jonathan Goldman brings these two traditions together on Vocal Toning the Chakras, teaching listeners to harness the power of their own voices - and to bring each chakra humming to life, resonating and aligning these energy centres for health, wellness, and higher consciousness. Each chakra impacts a different facet of overall health - when these centres are properly tuned, listeners will experience improved circulation, respiration, digestion, and state of mind. With Vocal Toning the Chakras, listeners will learn how to attune their minds to get the most out of these time-tested acoustic practices. “When the right vibrations are matched with the right intent, there is no limit to the healing power of sound.”

2CDs ... ISBN 1591792827

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YOGA HARMONY Ref: MX099-BG

Terry Oldfield

Terry Oldfield graces us with this superb CD specially designed for a full Yoga class. The introspective, pure tones of the bansuri flute mixed with the enchanting twinkle of Tibetan temple bells are the essence of tranquility. The clear soundscapes work well for massage, yoga, tai chi and other healing arts practices.

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