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I told you carp(e) libris reviews would be adding indie music reviews and giveaways, and today we start! Our very first review is for the new Ragani CD, Ancient Spirit. It’s a perfect way to begin our music reviews as it encompasses much of what we’re looking for.
Ragani’s new music CD, Ancient Spirit, is the second of her kirtan series. Kirtan is an Indian style of call-and-response chants used in sacred devotionals. It is smooth, flowing, and completely relaxing. Ragani’s beautiful voice lends itself well to the deep spirituality of kirtan. Her graceful tone is followed by a response of a chanting group, back and forth, washing away the listener’s tensions.
My first listen of Ragani’s fourth CD, Ancient Spirit, no one in the room spoke for the first 20 minutes of the CD; it was mesmerizing. My 2 1/2 year old boy quietly listened too, and within moments he was fast asleep. By the time Ancient Spirit had finished, I felt as if I had just awoken from one of those rare naps that leaves you rejuvenated. The tension had left my muscles and I felt ready to go on with the rest of my day. A pleasantly surprising response; I’ve listened many more times to repeat the results!
Perfect for the yoga practitioner, the one in need of decompression after a long and stressful day, or the world traveler if only through music, Ragani’s Ancient Spirit will soothe the senses and delight the ears.
Ragani is kindly giving one carp(e) libris reviews listener an autographed copy of her Ancient Spirit CD. I’m very happy to have her work as our first musical giveaway.
Can’t wait? Buy the Ancient Spirit CD here.
1.) Just visit Ragani’s Website and tell me why her music appeals to you. You’ll find links in the sidebar to videos and music clips. (You may enter once a day – following entries don’t require you to answer the question.) Remember, leave an interesting comment. If I cannot contact the winner, you might be chosen instead based on your comment.
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3.) Blog about this giveaway on your blog with a link back to this post. Come back and leave me a Comment with a link to your blog post. (If your comment doesn’t show up right away, don’t worry – I may have to approve it first. My blog might think it’s spam but gosh darn, I certainly don’t!)
4.) I’m feeling Twittery. If you Twitter a link to this giveaway, come back and comment here to let me know your Twitter name for another entry! (I’m dkmommy if you want to follow me.)
Feel free to do all four to gain several entries to win! You have until midnight EST on Monday, February 2, 2009, to enter.
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well my kids love music, started with them in my tummy, and we take them to local shows in parks, and jazz festivals, so more music the better for all of them, starting before their born to the very old~ love soul music, jazz and wind symphony music’s, celtics, as well as anything which touches your inner being~
Her music is very mesmerizing.
my entry for Friday – thanks!
Thanks for allowing us to enter daily.
I love discovering new things through Bloggy Giveaway! I enjoyed listening to the clips; this music is very relaxing. Thanks for the giveaway!
I’m a subscriber. Music is good for the soul!
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1/30/09 – Thanks for the giveaway!
extremely peaceful and calming. this music would suit anyone, and is great everywhere.
I’m bummed – my computer wouldn’t allow me to listen. Just your description of it makes me want to hear it though.
The music is soothing.
My passion is in cultural studies, which often makes simply “enjoying” culture difficult because my brain wants to analyze most media…this kind of music appeals to my tired mind because it provides a more restful and resounding connection
I’m entering this for my brother. He listens to this type of music all the time and finds it very soothing. It’s a part of his daily routine. Thank you for the chance to win.
I love how soothing the music is- I would give it to Kyra if I won as she is really into this type of thing.
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Beautiful music!
Love relaxing music
Lay it on me
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Her music is very soothing. Perfect for yoga!
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I’m a subscriber. Music can involve all our emotions!
It’s saturday and here’s my entry for today. Thanks and have a super weekend everyone.
1/31/09 – Thanks for the giveaway!
Since discovering Kirtan less than a month ago I am *totally smitten*. Absolutely love Ragani’s music and the Indian journey that is coming up sounds very appealing.
Experiencing a live Ragani performance is like mass meditation.
I first saw kirtan with ragani years and years ago at a pagan pride fest. I thought the name sounded indian and I am into all things indian so I decided to check them out and they blew me away completely.
It wasn’t just the quality of the music it was the vibrations from the chants themselves. It just filled up the room completely with positive energy and I was so amazed and impressed (as I’ve never had that kinda reaction to anyone’s music ever)that I’ve been going to see them ever since.
I dropped out’ve church when I was 16 and have never felt at home there anyway. So when I saw Kirtan with Ragani and continued going I just thought to myself that “my god I should’ve been here all along, this is where I belong….this is my church”!
Om Gum Shreem Kleem Maha… LAKSHMI-ya Swaha!!!
I call on Lakshmi, goddess of abundance and all that is good, and in Her name I ask for the blessings of beautiful music to flow my way! Ragani Rocks!!!
Peace and Namaste,
Catherine
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Soothing and relaxing. I am a member.
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2/1/09 – Thanks for the giveaway!
Most of this kind of music is so new-agey that I feel like I should be holding crystals in both hands and wearing a pyramid on my head. This artist gives it a different feel, comforting and melodic.
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I am a subscriber. Music makes memories!
very relaxing
Its so soothing.
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I want to win this
I like it because its perfect for meditating, yoga or listening to during a relaxing, long hot bath.
Ragani’s music reminds me of a soothing waterfall. Sooo relaxing! : )))
Thanks so much for this fabulous give~away! : )))
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I also subscribe! : )))
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I find it very relaxing and peaceful.
Ragani’s music is very calming and relaxing after a hectic day.
very relaxing and peaceful.
I subscripe. I could use a little spiritual uplifting!
here is an entry for Monday! Thanks!