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Review by Michael Debbage The Webster dictionary defines one as "single" and "undivided". Meanwhile, the label notes describe the album as "music for meditation, massage, yoga or just being..." Much in the tradition of the music composed by Liquid Mind, Mark Ciaburri continues the theme of simply being still. Yet the music does have its very nominal entertainment value though the delivery is presented as background music rather than to engage. Raised in the metropolitan of New York City, Mark was heavily influenced by jazz music. While working for a large advertising agency he was required to complete significant world travel. As a result he was introduced to a multitude of cultures. Those experiences also exposed Mark to the eastern philosophies. By 1990, Mark decided to move away from the hustle and bustle of NYC and migrated to the island of Maui in Hawaii where he currently resides. In fact, the majority, if not all of the album was recorded on this particular island. Much like his label mate Liquid Mind, the album is seamless with no gaps. Yet, Ciaburri appears even more intentional by composing one lengthy track. In fact, the album logs in over 66 minutes of continuous meditation music that is smooth with absolutely no edges. For those of you that veer away from the school of meditation, do not let this discourage you from exploring this album. Though it lacks a high entertainment factor, it also evades chanting and any other mantras breeding a sense of calm and peacefulness. Featuring the soft swirling keyboards of Mark, he is countered delicately by the more organic guitar work of Bruce Becvar. Amalgamating with the tamboura, tablas, cello, harp, oboe, English horns and flutes One is unified and purposeful in its intent. Considering our hectic days the need for something this tranquil is very beneficial to our mental health. According to the liner notes the philosopher Osho said "Don't just do something, sit there". On that note this album is very successful in helping you fulfill this philosophical take on life. |
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