BLISSFUL JOURNEY - Marina Raye
A stunning production from flutist Marina Raye. The album does a remarkable job of creating a sonic environment for the listener. If one closes their eyes, they'll find themselves surrounded by the sounds of nature's majesty coalesced with overdubbed synthesizers, as they're swiftly transported to a realm of ethereal joy. This experience would not be complete without the album's main attraction, Raye's haunting flutes. Played with gorgeous artistry and soft femininity, her flutes speak to the listener with a deep tonality that gives each track a sense of earthy goodness and uplifting beauty. Native / Influenced
$17

BREATHING RHYTHMS – Glen Velez
One of the world music's most respected percussionists, Glen Velez, has also become a pioneer in the use of music to heal the body and calm the mind. Velez surrounds you with his timed percussive beats and fills the air with vocalizations that act as expressions of the drum sounds. The drums create their own language that acts in directing the flow of breathing. Joined with Eugene Friesen on cello and Damian Dragichi on panflute, the haunting rhythms penetrate your mind, opening you up to natural healing. Prepare for a profound and therapeutic experience. Percussion, Therapeutic Music & Sound
$ 18

 

 

BUDDHA’S DREAM – Riley Lee
The shakuhachi flute is an instrument revered for its ability to heal the body, mind and spirit. Grand master Riley Lee follows in the tradition of the shakuhachi, producing an atmosphere very conducive to meditation or contemplation (known as "suizen" or "blowing Zen.") These beautiful solos evoke a deep sense of tranquility within the listener. The expressive tones of the flute touch the soul and inspire the mind. Buddha’s Dream is a digitally re-mastered version of As the Water Flows, which was originally released on cassette only. Music for Relaxation
$ 17

 

FENG SHUI: THE EIGHTFOLD PATH – Chinmaya Dunster
This aural guide will give you insight into the eight distinct energies that impact our personal lives. The music is a blend of styles, all very light and reflective. Sacred sounds of the Eastern Buddhist lands blend with a gentle mix of Celtic harps and flutes as well as the Indian sarod and santoor. Together the elements combine to create a very fluid sound that induces inner harmony and self-awareness. Included is a guide to each of the eight energies. Music for Relaxation
$ 17

 

HARMONY – Michael Benghiat
The quiet strumming of a harp, subtle percussion that echoes in the distance, flutes and piano that wander through the backdrops… together they combine to form the soothing soundscapes of Michael Benghiat's Harmony. Originally released as At Peace – Music From Big Sur, this is the ultimate music for massage. It has a natural improvised quality that holds the attention of the listener, but not so much as to be distracting. The relaxed tempos and earthy instrumentation consistently flow for one hour, enticing the listener into a state of calm where allows the effects of a therapeutic massage can be fully realized.
$ 17

HEALING RAGAS – Mandala
"Meditative" would probably be the most accurate word to describe this album from the collective talents of Manish Vyas and Bikram Singh, together known as Mandala. Healing Ragas is a very soothing, atmospheric album of Asian instrumentation, which focuses heavily on the interwoven sonorities of the earthy bansuri flute (Singh) and the metallic plucking of the santoor (Vyas). A sea of tonal synthesizers, courtesy of Shastro, adds to the subtle ambience of the pieces. The album is divided into two 30-minute ragas: the night-themed "Raga Yaman" and the day-themed "Raga Bhaivari." Each fills the listener with a sense of intense calm, drawing their thoughts inward and facilitating healing.
$ 17

LOVE IS SPACE – Deva Primal
Inspired by the idea that love has no borders or boundaries, Deva Premal uses her amazing talent to give voice to the beauty of this all-encompassing emotion.This features mantras, chants and songs from around the world, each conveying the message thatLove Is Space. Joined by a host of gifted musicians including her partner Miten, Kit Walker and Jai Uttal, Premal combines the lyrical purity of her singing with tanpura, acoustic guitar, grand piano, keyboards, dotar, bamboo flute, kartols, backup vocals and more. Like her previous release, this album has a reverent quality listeners are sure to enjoy.
$ 18

 

NATURE'S ENCHANTMENT – Marina Raye
There's no doubt that Marina Raye's flute playing is gorgeous. However, what's amazing is how a wildlife backdrop really brings out the natural beauty of the instrument. Nature’s Enchantment features the meandering flute melodies of Raye intertwined with birdsong, lapping waves, bubbling streams, crickets and other ambient forest sounds. Listening to the music, you can almost imagine Raye sitting among a cluster of trees, playing her flute as moonlight breaks through the forest canopy. The music is utterly serene and impressionistic - you just want to close your eyes and imagine yourself being whisked away to some enchanting wilderness sanctuary while listening.
$ 17

 

SAVASANA – Wah!
"Savasana" is the name given to a period of deep relaxation that concludes a yoga session. During Savasana, the person becomes completely detached from their mind and body, allowing them to enter a state of bliss. Wah! captures the essence of this disassociating experience with this collection of impromptu mantras, created at the urging of inspired members from her yoga class. Wah! restricted the accompanying musicians from preparing for or rehearsing the material beforehand so that the music would be pure, perfectly capturing the energy of the moment. Instrumentation includes flute, violin, harmonium, guitar and bass, all without computer enhancements.
$ 17