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Best Selling Music

All is Forgiven by Ashana

All Is Forgiven, the new CD from vocalist Ashana, is a luminous tapestry of soaring angelic vocals, haunting original melodies and the healing sounds of crystal singing bowls. Co-written and produced by renowned world music artist, Thomas Barquee, this stunningly beautiful alchemy calms and quiets the mind, returning you to a place of deep stillness and remembrance of the Divine - a place where you will be inspired and uplifted - a place of comfort and peace.

All across the country, people are praising the benefits of this calming, soothing music:

For restful sleep and relief from stress; As an accompaniment to yoga, meditation and prayer practices; As a complement to massage, bodywork and alternative healing modalities; As part of hospice, grief counseling and 12-step recovery; As an adjunct to healing and restorative therapies.

Best of Krishna Das by Krishna Das

Put simply, Krishna Das has emerged as the leading contemporary chant artist in the west. His characteristic traits - the hauntingly low and deep voice, the unique arrangements that blend traditional Indian instruments with popular Western counterparts, the gravity he gives his kirtan song - continuously transfix audiences around the country. This greatest hits release from Krishna Das' compiles music that spans his recording career, featuring highlights like "Kashi Vishwanath Gange;" the playful "Ring Song," which featured Sting playing bass; "Hanuman Puja" and others. The album makes a fantastic introduction to those new to the music of Krishna Das, and brings together many of his favorites for fans.

Divine Name: Sounds of God by Jonathan Goldman

Dream Chants by Cynthia Snodgrass

Cynthia Snodgrass is a teacher of ancient Sanskrit, author, musicologist and Episcopal priest. Over the course of her studies, Snodgrass developed an interest in how various religious cultures use music to develop a connection with their divine creator, an interest that later inspired the direction of her music and writing. DREAM CHANTS OF EAST AND WEST is a synthesis of music from two differing religious cultures: Gregorian Chant from the West and Sanskrit chants from the East. Against beautiful, meditative arrangements of sublime synthesizers composed by Jim Oliver, Snodgrass liltingly sings gorgeous chants of praise and wisdom that lift listeners up high, offering them a piece of heaven and the experience of illumination.

East of the Full Moon by Deuter

There's no denying that Deuter has talent. With over a dozen releases to his name and a penchant for some of the most haunting reveries in the genre, the artist is a master of music for relaxation and healing. EAST OF THE FULL MOON, themed after the stillness of the nocturnal hours, features Deuter in top form, with a series of velvety melodies that call to mind a gorgeous night sky. Piano, flute, harp and keyboards are the main instruments on the album, which are interwoven into a tapestry of dreamy music. The cuts are each slow-paced and reflective, ideal for providing a soothing backdrop for relaxation or meditation.

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Flow of Grace by Krishna Das

Track List:

1. Sri Ram Chalisa 16:26 $0.99
2. Hallelujah Chalisa 9:42 $0.99
3. Good Ole Chalisa 8:22 $0.99
4. Nina Chalisa 7:32 $0.99
5. Mountain Chalisa 9:54 $0.99
6. Bernie's Chalisa 10:10 $0.99
7. Ring Song/ Siya Ram

Goddess Chant by Padma Devi

Track List:

1. Om Sri Rama 7:05 $0.99
2. Om Shrim Swaha 7:08 $0.99
3. Yasmin Vishvani 5:21 $0.99
4. Om Tare Tare 7:01 $0.99
5. Dyavi Dyavl 6:56 $0.99
6. Ishano Apratiskutah 7:13 $0.99
7. Ganairindrasya 5:24 $0.99
8. Urvirapo Na Kakudah

Indian Sanskrit mantras & chants wove with western arrangements and sound cascades. Padma Previ's voice evokes a deep longing, reflecting the joyful Oriental way of life. Let yourself be touched and discover the ancient world of East Indian vibrations.
Perfect for Yoga and Movement Classes!
Great for chill-out and progressive ambiance

Into Silence by Deva Premal

Depth. Soul. Reverence. These are only a mere few of the characteristics that describe the silky singing of Deva Premal. Over the last decade, her characteristic breathy croon has attracted many to the spiritual music of the East, and provided a sublime atmosphere of peace and purity for those already on the path. INTO SILENCE is a collection of some of Premal's most comforting pieces of music, brought together to help listeners embrace meditation practice. Featured here are songs from five of her past albums, including favorites like "Gate Gate," "Om Namo," a portion of the "Moola Mantra" from her album of the same name, "Om Ram Ramaya," and others. Listen, and experience the cleaning inner silence of utter tranquility.

Koyasan: Reiki Sound Healing by Deuter

Deuter usually releases albums that fall in one of two categories: either they are more rhythmic and borrow from an extensive palette of ethnic instrumentation (for example, SUN SPIRIT), or they are mystical and deeply ambient (BUDDHA NATURE). KOYASAN resides in category number two. The album is a shimmering soundscape of haunting shakuhachi flutes and Chinese erhu, immersed in silky, flowing synth atmosphere. The comparison to BUDDHA NATURE is a fitting one, as both albums carry a similar tone - enchanting Asian sounds and a mood that falls somewhere between reflective and melancholy. The album was designed to create a serene environment for Reiki and the healing arts, and it certainly succeeds in drawing you in to its powerfully tranquil and intimate world of sound.

Language of Love by Craig Pruess

Inspired by the Kama Sutra, the ancient book of writings outlining sacred sexual practices, THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE is an album of intoxicating rhythms that was designed to provide the ideal environment for physical love as well as solitary relaxation. The music is very rich and multi-textured, featuring an assortment of exotic instruments like the sitar, tambura, piano, bansuri flute, tabla, keyboards and more. Craig Pruess, who composed, produced, arranged and performs on the album, is a composer whose works have graced a variety of albums and film soundtracks, including the soundtrack for the movie "Bend it Like Beckham." His Indian themed albums are some of his most fascinating - listen to the songs on this album with their layered, overlapping melodies and you'll understand why.

Love and Peace by Lynne, Lisa & Torteorelli, George

With her solo work, Lisa Lynne has proven to be one of today's most delightful harpists; her Celtic harp tones literally seem to dance like pixies frolicking in an enchanted glen. Here she pairs up with equally talented flutist George Tortorelli for an album of acoustic-sounding duets between the two artists. The interplay exhibited here is inspired - Lynne's harp has a strong Celtic slant to it, while Tortorelli's flute playing (bamboo flute, recorder) plays different roles. On some cuts, his sound matches Lynne's Celtic strains. "First Light" is an example of this, having a soft, magical Irish sound. On other songs, his flute is more aligned with Native American or Asian themes. The ambiance of the album is incredibly soft and peaceful, making LOVE & PEACE the perfect album for creating a tranquil atmosphere or enhancing relaxation-oriented practices like massage.

Music of Grace

The hymn "Amazing Grace" may have began with humble origins - a spiritual former slave trader turned abolitionist rejoicing in God's forgiveness of his misdeeds. But over the last century it has turned into one of the world's most popular and inspirational songs, the theme song for anyone finding humility in redemption. MUSIC OF GRACE: AMAZING GRACE pays tribute to John Newton's timeless work through a collection of fourteen unique renditions of the song, each by a different artist. The versions/arrangements are quite diverse: Native American group Walela gives the tune a Native American spin, Lisbeth Scott's version has an electronic flair, and the St. Philips Boy Choir gives the song an added dose of spirituality with their cherubic choral sound. Other artists include Nana Mouskouri, John Doan, Bonnie Rideout and more.

Quiet Earth by Kamal

Track List:

1. Dreamscapes Listen Listen
2. The Quiet Earth Listen Listen
3. The Tides Of Time Listen Listen
4. Healing Listen Listen
5. Meeresleuchten Listen Listen

A harmonious tonality imbues Quiet Earth with a calm sense of peace. Based on a thoroughly natural foundation, this album weaves a surreal tapestry out of the more relaxed energies of the Earth.
Ideal for use in the healing arts!
Great for chill-out and progressive ambiance

Reiki Whale Dreaming by Kamal

1. Kindred Spirit 8:18 $0.99
2. Hands Of Love 4:32 $0.99
3. Le Velour, Le Satin Et La Soie 8:34 $0.99
4. Lovesong From The Montains 7:57 $0.99
5. Sound Of Invisible Waters 9:32 $0.99
6. Language Of Silence 10:11 Album Only
7. Vollmond Im Herbst 5:42 $0.99
8. Escape From Gravity

Follow-up CD to Kamal's bestseller Reiki Whale Song, named Best Mediation/Healing CD by the New Age Voice Music Awards. This CD contains authentic recordings of hump back whales merged seamlessly with flute, violin, and didgeridoo. Reiki Whale Dreaming presents the ideal soundtrack for Reiki healing, meditation, and yoga, while supporting general wellness and rejuvenation.

Sacred Touch by Terry Oldfield

This album was specially recorded to create a supportive musical background for the healing arts. From the whales of the ocean to the birds of the rainforest, Terry Oldfield takes us on a healing journey through nature.
On Sacred Touch: Music for Massage, two-time Emmy nominee Terry Oldfield takes us on a healing journey through nature. From the whales of the ocean to the birds of the rainforest, Oldfield's inspiring music touches the hearts of many. His unique ability to bring the spirit of nature into his compositions enhances the soulful and meditative journeys his music explores.

Spiritual Healing by Deuter

Spiritual Healing finds Deuter in territory that he knows well - the realm of healing and tension relief. The album is as gentle as gentle can be, featuring mellow, Asian-tinged harmonies that carry with them the essence of peace and rejuvenation. Piano melodies are caressed by dreamy waves of synth atmosphere, while Indian strings and shakuhachi flute meld blissfully with Tibetan bowls and mystical keyboard tones. The album is vintage Deuter, and like his past releases, it is a natural fit for holistic work and healing practices, like massage, Reiki, yoga, meditation or prayer. In fact, simply playing this while you go about your day will no doubt give you a spiritual boost.