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Relaxing, deep and enchanting music, a spacious and vibrant landscape of delight. It is the perfect addition to as easy day around the house, a afternoon rest, painting and other creative projects or just sipping on a cup of tea. Thank you for this wonderful heartfelt duet!
Relaxing, deep and enchanting music, a spacious and vibrant landscape of delight. It is the perfect addition to as easy day around the house, a afternoon rest, painting and other creative projects or just sipping on a cup of tea. Thank you for this wonderful heartfelt duet!
A review for the Osho News Magazine:
Shastro is such a talented multi-instrumentalist that he has rarely found the need to collaborate with others. Zen Moments recalls his and Nadama’s classic ZenNotes, interweaving clarinet with, in this case, Celtic harp played by a young Frenchman, Raphael.
Usually music without rhythm and obvious melody leaves me feeling that the two most important elements are missing, and I find the ‘plink’ of notes that can’t be bent (as in piano, harp etc) as somehow lacking the grace that comes from being able to bend upwards or downwards to reach a note. But Shastro’s sinuous clarinet binds this music together, and as he declares on the cover text, it is the silence between the notes that is being emphasized here, and perhaps rhythm and melody would indeed distract from this.
The ambient space that he and Raphael create is soothing and timeless as they meander through this delicate soundscape, perfect for any activity (or as the cover notes say ‘non-activity!’) that requires a meditative background.
A review for the Osho News Magazine:
Shastro is such a talented multi-instrumentalist that he has rarely found the need to collaborate with others. Zen Moments recalls his and Nadama’s classic ZenNotes, interweaving clarinet with, in this case, Celtic harp played by a young Frenchman, Raphael.
Usually music without rhythm and obvious melody leaves me feeling that the two most important elements are missing, and I find the ‘plink’ of notes that can’t be bent (as in piano, harp etc) as somehow lacking the grace that comes from being able to bend upwards or downwards to reach a note. But Shastro’s sinuous clarinet binds this music together, and as he declares on the cover text, it is the silence between the notes that is being emphasized here, and perhaps rhythm and melody would indeed distract from this.
The ambient space that he and Raphael create is soothing and timeless as they meander through this delicate soundscape, perfect for any activity (or as the cover notes say ‘non-activity!’) that requires a meditative background.
The clips sound lovely both for easy listening and for healing work, good job Shastro & Raphael!
The clips sound lovely both for easy listening and for healing work, good job Shastro & Raphael!
Beautiful! The combination of a clarinet with a harp sounds profound and in a way ancient... almost like medieval European music. And, fortunately, thanks to the warm sounds of the clarinet the melodies don´t feel too otherworldly cool and distant as the title "Zen Moments" suggests.
Beautiful! The combination of a clarinet with a harp sounds profound and in a way ancient... almost like medieval European music. And, fortunately, thanks to the warm sounds of the clarinet the melodies don´t feel too otherworldly cool and distant as the title "Zen Moments" suggests.
Review:
"Graceful instrumentation welcomes the listener to ZEN MOMENTS, an acoustic album that
highlights the exquisite interplay of Shastro and Raphael. On the album, Shastro plays the
clarinet and Raphael plays the harp. Despite being two Western instruments, the music
shimmers with Far Eastern charm, due largely to the manner in which the instruments are
played. Shastro's clarinet utilizes the role often dedicated to the shakuhachi flute in
zen-themed albums; the clarinet has a softer, buttery smooth sound that works perfectly for
creating a sound that is calm and natural. The harp takes on a zither-like feel in the hands of
Raphael, adding to the album's enchantment. The combination makes for a quiet,
Japanese-tinged musical experience that is perfect for meditation."
Review:
"Graceful instrumentation welcomes the listener to ZEN MOMENTS, an acoustic album that
highlights the exquisite interplay of Shastro and Raphael. On the album, Shastro plays the
clarinet and Raphael plays the harp. Despite being two Western instruments, the music
shimmers with Far Eastern charm, due largely to the manner in which the instruments are
played. Shastro's clarinet utilizes the role often dedicated to the shakuhachi flute in
zen-themed albums; the clarinet has a softer, buttery smooth sound that works perfectly for
creating a sound that is calm and natural. The harp takes on a zither-like feel in the hands of
Raphael, adding to the album's enchantment. The combination makes for a quiet,
Japanese-tinged musical experience that is perfect for meditation."
I just love your music, Shastro. It makes me go deep inside my soul... It is a wonderful work as the rest of yours, Namaskar
I just love your music, Shastro. It makes me go deep inside my soul... It is a wonderful work as the rest of yours, Namaskar
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