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108 Sacred Namesby Craig PruessThe "Lalitha Ashtotram" is a sacred Sanskrit text of the one hundred and eight names of Mother Divine. These words of praise were composed thousands of years ago. The Divine as Mother is to be found in all the world's traditions and She is recognised for her qualities of unconditional love, protection and guidance. In times of need, these special chants can console, comfort and energise us -- they help to create a tranquil atmosphere suitable for meditation, yoga and relaxation. |
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8-String Religionby David DarlingRam Dass says about this cd, In Eight String Religion, David Darling has concocted an elixir of skill, wisdom,love and beauty that is truly nourishment for the soul. Yoga Journal says, It just awakens the heart...the instuments rise and meet in a gentle crescendo that can bring tears to your eyes. |
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All Oneby Krishna Das"I had this idea to record one chant for a whole CD. I put it off for a long time, but finally I had to give in and just do it. After all, in India there are places that the chanting of just ONE of the Sacred Names has been going on for centuries. So what's and hour? well, for us (Westerners) an hour is a big thing. As we sing the Name a gradual awareness arises within us that leads us towards our Self." - Krishna Das |
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Amarantineby EnyaFive years after Day Without Rain, we get to enjoy new work from Enya. She gifts us, here with her soothing voice, and music that transports you to places rich and haunting. |
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Auracleby LesiumLesium introduces a universal musical style that majestically transforms the listener. Auracle combines beautiful melodies, heavenly diva inspired vocals, Gregorian chants and mystical grooves. It has been described as "Sarah Brightman Meets Enigma". This is an Ark favorite. |
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B-Tribe 5by B TribeThis moves from the previous body of work into flamenco sounds and rhythms. This is yet another great CD for B-Tribe followers and those new to them alike. It inspires movement and joy. |
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Bliss - Om Namaha Shivayaby Robert GassThis new release contains the entire original album, plus a bonus track - an extended chant of the ancient Sanscrit syllable OM, including Tibetan and Mongolian over chanting. The warm and vibrant voices of the renowned singing group On Wings of Sound carry the listener into deep relaxation and a warm enveloping sense of inner peace. |
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Breath of the Heartby Krishna DasChanting can help us find a deeper place in our hearts. Peace of the heart grows as the process of coming closer to our Self continues to burn our shortcomings in the fire of the deepest Love. Chanting helps remind us and strengthens our ability to remember that deeper Reality. We get a chance to immerse ourselves in the stream of devotion. For an hour or two, nothing else is required. |
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Chanting The Chakrasby Layne RedmondThe three pieces on this disc are designed to harmonize the mind and body and rebalance the seven charkas. An energizing cycle of chanting and drumming continues rhythmically throughout. |
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Dear Heatherby Leonard CohenThe most recent offering from the legendary poet, singer and songwriter Leonard Cohen. In his unique voice and style, he gives us another group of songs to enjoy and contemplate. Exceptional. |
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Debby Souad MassiSouad Massi's debut CD entitled Deb which means "heartbroken" in Algerian, is a fusion of contemporary Algerian, European and Middle-Eastern flavors. Massi's virtuosity on the guitar recalls Flamenco and Fado music and serves as a backdrop for Massi's extraordinarily lovely and accomplished voice. |
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Door Of Faithby Krishna DasThis is the calmest and most personal of the Krishna Das albums, with solo chanting and occasional accompaniement from several other vocalists. Instruments include harmonium, violin and cello. These songs are prayer offerings to Shri Neem Karoli Baba. |
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Drums On Fireby James AsherThe prolific recording artist James Asher has teamed up with the supremely talented Indian percussionist Sivamani to create percussive sounds populated by vocals and keyboard, and characterized by a purifying, tribally ritualistic sound. |
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Earth Blueby DeuterDeuter's soulful flute and enchanting, layered melodies invite you to awaken into a wonderful world of inner silence and vital meditation. Earth Blue is composed with a superb sensitivity that allows the listener's spirit to unfold. |
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Essenceby Deva PremalWe aren’t quite sure where Deva Premal is “from”, though she has traveled extensively and sings traditional East Indian chants as if she was born to sing them. Soothing vocals are accompanied on this well-produced Danish disc by guitar and keyboard. You can put this cd on repeat all day long and it would still feel good. We do it at The Ark often, by accident. Try it! |
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Essential Touchby Various ArtistsDelicate, melodious, and soulful music helps to facilitate healing with the application of touch. This is music to aid the process of wholeness and health, creating a personal retreat each time it is played. Essential Touch creates a positive oasis for unwinding and reviving. Featuring Deuter, Anugama, James Asher, Al Gromer Khan and Terry Oldfield. |
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Fado: Exquisite Passionby Various ArtistsAs a popular song form, the Fado has a long and colorful history. The word simply means "fate" or "destiny", as found in any Portuguese dictionary, but the meaning it has aquired in Lusophone culture evokes a legacy of deep passion that finds marvelous contemporary voice in this collection. This is a living tradition of a timeless music that speaks to the heart and moves the soul. |
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Feels Like Homeby Norah JonesThe second project from the 2003 multiple-emmy-award-winning vocalist for her first disc, Come Away With Me. Known for her delightful and understated covers of such standards as Hoagy Carmichael and Ned Washington's "The Nearness of You", Norah Jones continues the flavor of the first and departs from it as well, even breaking out into a full down-home country song with the lovely Dolly Parton as her guest on one track, to wonderful effect. Excellent musicality from a solid group of musicians supports Norah's sensitive vocals. |
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Feet In The Soilby James AsherMaster percussionist James Asher has become known as a pioneer in world beat music. Feet in the soil is an uplifting celebration of danceable energies which has drawn its inspiration from aboriginal and African cultures. |
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Fragrance of the East: Live in Indiaby Chinmaya Dunster and the Celtic Ragas BandChinmaya 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. Along with new pieces specially composed to evoke the rich beauty of India's unspoiled nature, there are ambient recordings made in India's wildlife sanctuaries. Included with this CD are Quicktime video clips from the concert. |
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Gifted by Women of the Worldby Various ArtistsThis album brings together eight extraordinary women singers from around the globe to celebrate and explore the themes of woman's experience - from the contemporary day-to-day to that of the all-powerful goddess. From different cultures, in different languages and with their own individual spirituality and sensuality, these singers have each created a unique and beautiful statement. |
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Greatest Hits of the Kali Yugaby Krishna Das"In the sacred traditions of the world, it is taught that God is not only one of us, but God is all of us. There is only the One of which we are all a part. I learned the chants and prayers on this recording during the last 25 years, many of them while living and traveling in India. Devotional chanting is one of the recognized Paths to Realization and although these prayers and kirtans (chants) are from the Hindu tradition, there are many similar traditions all over the world. This recording is my offering to Maharaj-ji. Please take it as his prasad." -- Krishna Das |
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Hafiz: The Scent of Lightby Hafiz with translation by Daniel Ladinsky, music by Stevin McNamaraFor centuries music and singing have been synonymous with the poetry of Hafiz. Many of Hafiz' poems were spontaneously sung by him, then written down. This work, by a group of exceptional artists, is one that will be richly appreciated for a long time to come. |
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Healing Ragasby Bikram Singh and Manish VyasAn album of exquisite beauty and sensitivity, performed by two of todays most brilliant emerging performers of Indian classical music. Two ragas chosen for their soothing mood, are performed on bamboo flute, santoor and tablas to lull you into a feeling of deep relaxation and serenity. |
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Hidden Skyby Jami SieberJami Sieber weaves her electric cello and indigenous sound into a contemporary musical landscape lush with reverence for the elephants who inspired it. This is an interspecies communion that sings of the heart's deepest longing and its fulfillment. |