Customer Reviews

Buddha's Dream

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I have a number of Riley's ablums and they are great, but this album is an exercise in overproduction and lack of focus. This is probably not entirely Riley's fault. The production use of overdubs, excessive reverb and occasional echo totally ruin the subtles that the shakuhachi can produce. IMO, Riley is one of the masters of shak, and usually his non-traditional (Japanese) pieces are beautiful - but not on this CD. May I strongly recommed "Oriental Sunrise" if you are new to Shakuhachi and Riley Lee. His new "Postcards..." CD is also winner!

This is my first Riley Lee CD and, while I'm no expert on the shakuhachi flute as is the previous reviewer, I really enjoy this CD! It sets a wonderful mood for meditation as well as background when studying or working on the computer. I'm listening to it now through headphones and am able to hear subtleties that I haven't heard before. It's not overbearing though and allows you to let your mind relax and roam freely or to easily focus your meditations. All the tracks flow smoothly together and all are pleasing to the ear. I highly recommend it!

I first heard music from Riley Lee while in an acupuncture session and decided to listen to some titles myself and choose one for home. So far, this is my favorite, though I have not heard them all. This is a very soothing, totally instrumental, wind instruments only and has an excellent flow. I do not happen to enjoy nature sounds or multiple instrumentals, so this was particularly perfect for me. If you have the same taste in simple, relaxing melody you will enjoy this immensely for either meditation, relaxation or at bedtime. This is even a great soother for children since it is calming without having the "spooky" overtones that some relaxation music can have. Enjoy some peacefullness.

When I need a gentle aid to relaxation this is what I pull off the shelf.

i heard about Riley Lee from a Buddhist shrine/temple here on the island of Kaua`i. what makes this shirne/temple unique is that it is also a Hawaiian heiau/temple. the combination of it all fascinates me to the core of my being and so does this particular CD. i use it each night to put me in a good place and meditative peace before sleeping. i recommend getting this CD if you truly want a unique experience by this special artist and his very special instrument of sound.

This cd just transends you to a special spiritual and calming place where we all need to escape on a daily basis.Fantastic cd to to start your new day beautiful music or to wind down after a hard day at work.A great cd to do gi going,yoga,tai chi or just to simply meditate...I absolutely love this cd and so will you!!!!!

I'm sorry but I don't hear a long enough cut, to tell if I like it or not. I have been playing music off and on, since I got out of the Army in 69. I can't get a feel for the texure. Yours Truly Bob Dowell