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CD1 – Dr. Joseph Nagler – Music For RejuvenationQuote:Our cycles of activity and rest are part of hundreds of invisible daily rhythms of the human body. These circadian rhythms regulate all aspects of our physiology, from our blood pressure, temperature, body chemistry, brainwaves, hormone levels, to our sleep patterns and more. Periods of rejuvenating rest come naturally when these circadian rhythms flow harmoniously. But when unnatural aspects of our lifestyles, like work and family stress, poor eating and sleeping habits, and environmental pollution, interfere with these cycles, real rest becomes an elusive goal.This recording is designed to emulate the tempo, rhythms, and breathing patterns of the peak rest periods of our daily rhythms. It features piano, soprano saxophone, hand drums, trumpet, and guitar, along with ambient electronic textures, to create an uncommon blend of sensuous, relaxing music. It is a unique opportunity to give yourself the most precious gift: time to reflect, heal, and energize. The technological breakthroughs used in this recording were originally developed for use in clinical studies at the New York University Medical Center’s Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine.Joseph Nagler, DA, CMT, is a musician and a certified music therapist. He received his doctorate in music therapy from New York University. He is an assistant professor of music at Queensborough Community College, as well as adjunct professor of music therapy at NYU. Dr. Nagler is the director of research at the Center for Research in the Arts & Medicine at New York University’s Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine. As a composer, Dr. Nagler has been featured on several national and international recordings for television and radio.Tracklist:01. Chronos (30:01)02. Jaco’s Ladder (27:42)CD2 – Cesar Berlanga – Music for RelaxationQuote:Spanish César Berlanga began studying music at the age of 11 at Madrid’s Music Conservatory. He became an instrumentalist when he was a teenager, playing electric guitar and forming his own bands. In 1973, the musician recorded for the first time while participating in a band called Conexión, releasing Movie in Clouds. In 1974, the talented guitarist had the opportunity to play in the Spanish version of Jesus Christ Superstar, led by singers Camilo Sesto and Angela Carrasco. In 1977, after joining a project called Dolores, César Berlanga played on La Niña De Los Montoya, which was issued by PolyGram a year later, teaming up with singer/songwriter Miguel Rios. In 1992, the guitarist/composer made his first solo album called Retorno A La Fantasía, which was released by Música Sin Fin. 1996’s Corazón Español, issued in the U.S. by the Relaxation Company, and 1999’s Mediterranean Dreams followed. Tracklist:01. With All My Love (4:22)02. Prelude And Lullaby For an Old Tree (6:20)03. A Corner in the Wood (5:14)04. The Stream of Life (4:57)05. The Light of Your Spirit (8:06)06. In the Calm of the Night (5:41)07. The Flower of My Mind (5:00)08. Landscape of My Childhood (6:08)09. With My Wet Feet (3:54)10. Drops Over the Blue Grass (4:50)CD3 – Steven Halpern – Music for HealingQuote:Music touches our hearts and resonates within our bodies. The right music can truly renew us, helping us to feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Great musicians have always recognized this therapeutic power of music, and researchers are finally proving them right. The Sound Medicine Series features the works of inspired musical pioneers who are exploring music’s healing power. Natural Balance and Harmony Your body is a self-healing instrument. If you give it a chance it will always tend toward homeostasis or healthful balance. Sound healer Steven Halpern uses soothing and free-floating keyboard compositions to draw the body into this state of balance and harmony. Combining artistic inspiration, sensitivity, and sophisticated sound technology, his compositions synchronize the hemispheres of the brain and amplify the production of alpha waves. This natural response is associated with feelings of deep relaxation, contentment, and well-being. Music for Healing Mind, Body & Spirit was previously released under the title In the Key of Healing Tracklist:01. Interstellar Light (4:26)02. Awakening (4:01)03. Stillpoint (5:28)04. Jerusalem (3:43)05. Ascension (1:21)06. Oneness (10:37)07. Healing Music #1 (13:43)08. Healing Music #2 (15:48)