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Time will not stand still as you listen to the bamboo and alto flute music of Richard Warner, but it will seem far less relevant as your mind gradually adjusts to the spaciousness and generous silences that adorn the extended notes found in Warner's ethereal improvisations. Urban dwellers should allow themselves a few moments of deep-breathing decompression to detach themselves from their multi- tasking mindsets before tuning in Warner's slow-motion sonic excursions. Otherwise, you may find his music at first to be oddly jarring, so peaceful and gentle is his playing. Yoga adherents and massage enthusiasts should find much to admire in this two-CD set, a remastered repackaging of two releases from 1982's Quiet Heart and 1984's Spirit Wind. The double CD includes four new selections, bringing the set's combined playing time to more than 93 minutes. On the wooden floors beneath giant vaulted ceilings in Seattle's Holy Names Academy, Warner first performed solo, then returned two years later to play with minimal accompaniment from tuned crystal glasses. Both projects, particularly Spirit Wind, succeed by achieving and sustaining moods of stillness and restful clarity that, while well-suited to yoga ideals, can also be appreciated away from the mat. Meditative flute music has the potential to strike Occidental ears as shrill, discordant, brittle, or exotic to the point of distraction. Not so with Warner's projects. He typically avoids piercing high notes and prefers to explore tones in a comfortable mid-range that allow his ambient works, most notably Spirit Wind's 18-minute "Moonlight on the Mountain," to sustain a lovely atmosphere of undisturbed calm. --Terry Wood
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Reviews:
Finally Peace
As a Person with a volitile temper in a madhouse of a work invironment this actually soothes me and helps me concentrate.I play them when I need to calm myself or soothe my soul, The music is great for meditation and for helping me find peace within myself.I have tried a number of different CD's for meditation and this is by far the best. If you need to get away from the noisy physical world and find your center then this will help you. sadly dissappointing - don't get all the high reviews
I do enjoy music that quiets my mind and provides sanctuary. These CD's however are so basic and boring that I found myself actually getting frustrated and annoyed. In many sections it sounds as if a child is playing the same tune over and over and over. Repetition is not my idea of soothing music.
It made sense when I read the jacket insert and found that the musician just played what came to him vs. set music. While this can be inspiring for some I found it lacking interest and will be giving these CD's away.
There are so many amazing CD's out there that touch my soul and I will keep looking for newer recordings to find great music or at least music that speaks to me. I realize that many enjoyed it by the reviews - but since I found it so lacking I felt it important to share my review to help those who may have similar music tastes have a complete picture. Great sound
I like bamboo flutes and this album has them in abundance! I'm not a fan of the faster tracks, but the soothing ones are quite magical. Music to Relax to
I love the sound of flute's and wind chime, so I found this music very good to relax to, I even keep a copy in my Car.
1stepaheda A Classic
I have been listen to this CD for years. I often play it when I have my morning tea. Some tracks are peaceful and others very spirited which makes a perfect start to the day. My favorite track is "Dance of the Birds" Just love the way it uplifts my spirit and gets me energized to start my day. I think this would be a great CD to play during energy or massage work! |
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Description: Quiet Heart/Spirit Wind
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