OM - Healing Sounds For Yoga Music CD

byPt. Bhavani Shankar Kathak

Om, the realm of calm, mantra for self-realization, symbol of sacred truths, offers a perfect backdrop for healing and meditation!

The word Om envelops within its being the whole essence of creation. Ancient texts believe that before connecting with the almighty, one has to first connect with the Om. Mantra that carries within its being deep realities, Om is said to recharge all human senses, erasing negative vibrations and auras. Like the sun produces light from energy, in turn lighting up the whole creation, similarly through invoking the mantra 'Om', body receives energy that cleanses our mind, body and soul, enabling our being to connect with God, the omnipresent and greatest force of the universe. Supreme happiness flows through the energy received by the heart and mind and Om thus acknowledges and joyously celebrates all the three planes of our existence.

Om is also a roadmap to Self-realization that brings a centering, balancing quality to daily routine life. It's recitation not only dismisses dullness from deep within the being but also brings a clarity of mind and a greater ability to be in the world and selflessly serve others. A mantra useful for keeping the body fit and active, Om enables you to heat and energize your body from within, enhancing the overall quality of your life. That is why it serves as the most effective musical backdrop for exercising and for fitness training, that includes jogging, aerobics and morning and evening walks.

Experience The Process Of Self-actualization With Pandit Bhavani Shankar Kathak

Travel through the process of self-culture with Om and undergo an absolute awareness of self, turning inward and concentrating on the inner self, as Pandit Bhavani Shankar Kathak renders this mantra in his unique style.

Born in 1956, Pandit Bhavani Shankar Kathak comes from a noble family of Jaipur Gharana and is known for his expertise in traditional art of Tabla. He is established as a top noted player of Pakhawaj from North India and has inherited this great art from his father Pandit Babulalji. He has performed with stalwarts such as Sitara Devi, Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma, Pandit Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Ustad Allah Rakha Khan, Pandit Jasraj, Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammed Rafi amongst others. He has not only been honoured by the Prime Minister of Mauritius but has also received the prestigious award 'Taal Shri' in 1986 and 'Tal Vilas' in 1996.

In this album, this maestro of Tabla effectively renders Om to enhance the power of Yog Dhyaan. He says, 'The Mantra Om that I am presenting here is based on classical Indian Raag Todi, a morning Raag that features the notes Sa, Pa, Sa. Repeatedly chant this mantra Om and breathe out with the word Om, providing constant practice to your lungs. It is believed that this constant repetition of the mantra can strengthen the breathing process, regularizing the heartbeat of the person thus in turn aiding in the process of normalizing the blood pressure.' Further elaborating on the role of Om as a harbinger of mental peace and contentment, he says, 'Maximum benefit can be derived if this mantra Om is recited after daily ablutions. It could enhance the overall health of the person and improve his or her appetite tremendously. Practice varied Yog Aasans as this mantra echoes in your environs and slowly enters your soul, thus connecting you to the almighty.'

Explore the process of Yoga and extend its benefits with this album to bestow a rich and pure life. Enjoy an absolute awareness of 'self' against the musical backdrop fragrant with Om, apt for practicing self-restraint, mental equipoise, truthfulness, compassion, purity and selflessness. Feel liberated!

Tracks Listing

1. Shlok
2. Om Mantra