This album should not be listened to while driving. The haunting melodies and etherial voices have a tendancy to make you want to close your eyes and see other-worldly images, not good while driving! The best feature, and worst feature, is it's lack of variety from one song to another. For casual listening it may not be your cup of tea, but for using for meditation or body work (Reiki, Yoga, Massage) it may just be perfect. Worth the buy.

SLOW WORLD
by Liquid Mind, Chuck Wilde

A powerful meditation CD from Liquid Mind. This is the perfect album for relaxing and relieving stress. It's also a CD that is perfect to make love to, in that it evokes the deep emotions of the inner self joined with another. Anyone who meditates will definitely enjoy this album. It is one that I frequently use in the meditation group at Awakenings, although I would not recommend listening to this CD while driving.

2002
by Chrysalis

A new CD from Chrysalis, called the Cocoon Series, this hauntingly beautiful album features the blending of angelic keyboards and strings, combined with tender flutes and poetic harp. This is music that truly heals and nurtures. Close your eyes and listen. You will find that secret place within, that place of serenity and inner peace. A wonderful CD for meditation and healing sessions.

SUMMER RAIN
by Tony O'Connor

Relax and experience an enchanting blend of piano and acoustic guitar set in a background of gentle raindrops and sounds of an Australian forest at nighttime. Tony blends his own compositions with the peaceful sounds of nature. The nature sounds are subtle, not overbearing.

THE EDGE OF FOREVER
by Hilary Stagg

This is one of my favorite CD's, one that I use often in the Meditation Group at Awakenings. Hillary takes you to a musical sanctuary where serenity, power and tranquility await. The loving vibration of his harp will gently connect you with your soul, with the Creator of All That Is. An outstanding album for massage therapist, healers and meditators! This seems to be a time of release and clearing for so many of us as we near the Millennium. Allow this wonderful CD to assist you to go with the flow of whatever serves your Highest Good.

ANGELIC MUSIC
by Iasos FEB/MAR 99

Another wonderful CD for Healers and Energy workers, as well as meditation, or even just to enjoy the soothing sounds of the Angelic Kingdom. This CD is particularly nice if you don't care for the changing of tracks, since there are only two compositions on the album, each of which has a playing time of 29.50 minutes. The sounds are soothing and peaceful, allowing for that gentle connection of heart and soul. What is particularly interesting about this album though, is that the Psychology Department at Plymouth College rated it the highest (by quite a margin) as being the most like the heavenly music heard by people who had near death experiences. IASOS pronounced.

ULURU
by Tony O'Connor APRIL/MAY 99

(no pic) This is a wonderful CD from Australia. Tony is a multi-winning Australian composer known for his Music for Relaxation. Uluru is a monolith that is inhabited by the Nanungu people who bring us instruments such as the Didgeridoo and Clap Sticks. Also included are the piano, harp and full orchestra. The melody is relaxing and peaceful, inviting the soothing sensations of harmony that we all seek. Come and enjoy the mystical sounds of the Land Down Under.

Wind Records' new release "Acupuncture for Mind" is a wonderful collection of 6 songs, but don't be fooled by the low number, because this CD gives you plenty of delightful music with an oriental flair. Geared towards the natural medicine arena, the instruments used in this album are chosen to stimulate specific areas, with specific outcomes.
The longest track on this CD, registering in at just over 10 minuets, "Calming your Mind" is delightful for spending time alone or for grabbing a quick session of meditation. The first track, "Spirit of Heaven & Earth" has such catchy rhythms you might catch yourself bobbing your head or tapping a toe if you play this in the background while working or cleaning house. But it's pretty certain that after just a few minuets of listening you'll find yourself stretching tension out of your muscles, perhaps without even thinking about it.

TRANQUILITY
by Real Music Sampler APRIL/MAY 99

This CD provides exactly what its title suggests - several tracks of music that are tranquil, peaceful and relaxing. The melodies are calming and soothing in such a gentle manner. It is such a pleasure to play this CD while driving in traffic to and from work, as it assists in maintaining an environment of inner peace and balance. It is also wonderful as background music in your home or office and especially while reading for pleasure or studying. I would highly recommend this album for mothers seeking music that is calming to children. There are varied instruments: Piano (Kevin Kern), Guitar, Organ, Harp (Hillary Stagg) and Flute, including some vocal background accompaniment. A truly inspirational and reflective CD.

INCANTATION
by Tim Wheater

"Incantation...as though one has tiptoed into an archetypal celebration. Ritualistically tribal, symphonically grand, exquisitely tender, this CD casts a spell both pagan and divine. For all those wonderful Pagan and Wiccan friends of mine, you will love this CD as well as those of us not in this tradition/religion. Go forth and dance!!!!!

CELTIC SOLSTICE
by Paul Winter

A new CD out of the lovely land of Ireland. This music is created with a combination of the pipe organ and the Uilleann pipes played by the historic convergence of Irish and American musicians who make up the orchestra. The female vocalist's hauntingly lovely voice is wonderful, and the music is gentle and loving, conveying the deep and sensitive emotions of the Celts. All of the words to the music are included with this album. Buy this one and listen...

HARPESTRY
A Contemporary Collection of Artists

If you love the sound of the Harp, this CD is one you may wish "to take a listen to." Some tracks are soft and whispy, while others are delightfully enthusiastic and as high-spirited as the water sprite in your garden fountain. Many tunes are Celtic in nature evoking images and feelings of ancient rolling hills and wide-open spaces.

AYURVEDA, Moving in Time
by Janetta Petkus, Ph. D.

(no pic)Ayurveda is a form of healing that has been practiced in India for more than 5,000 years. "Ayur" means "the science of daily living" and "veda" means "knowing." Each track on this album works with a particular energy/element. There are charts that also come with this CD. Every track evokes a different feeling, some deep and loving, while others are releasing and clearing. A very interesting CD for healers.

INSIDE MONUMENT VALLEY
by R. Carlos Nakai

Nakai brings to us another beautiful collection of the sounds of the Native Americans. He creates music that is intimate and majestic. Wind, thunder, bird song, the keening of falcons and even the cries of ravens provide a lyrical grace. The sound of Nakai's Native American flute is indeed haunting.

CHANTS FROM ISIS
by Nhanda Devi

A very nice album for those who enjoy working with the feminine energy. Nhanda Devi creates with this music an energy space allowing the listener to get in touch with the ancient female divine force, embodied by the goddess Isis, which guides you to your own female source and unity.