Customer Reviews

Chrysalis

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There are very few albums that would get five stars from me, but this is one of them. If you are looking for a Yanni-like experience, or one of those ubiquitous neo-new age albums with the synthesized drumbeat, this may not be your cup of tea. If you are a seeker of consciousness, awareness or healing, though, this album will become a close friend. The tracks play as an organic whole, and many times I have realized that I was in an awake lucid dreaming state without even trying. This music resonates with an inner harmonic chord, and is transformational. Highly recommended.

I stumbled across this CD quite by accident in a 'Natural Wonders' store several years ago. I was intrigued by the cover art as well as the brief desrtiption of the music as "hauntingly beautiful" and bought it.

That chance encounter-which could have happened later as the genre of this music appeals to me, turned into one of those rare and great musical treasure discoveries.

Unlike some music which has to be heard repeatedy for the listener to attain common ground with the artist(s), 'Chrysalis' draws one majically from the very first playing into a mystical experience that transcends the earthly realm to a level of serenety, joy, and at times melancholy that is at its very least beautiful, and at its best a rare masterpiece.

Like all great albums, the whole is a theme of individual tracks that weave consistently from one to the next, and there are no weak songs. At the end, you wonder where the time went and are wanting for the experience to never end.

Interestingly, it was a couple of years before I searched out their other works, and found them to be equally worthy.

Following the timeline of 2002's works is like watching something very mystical, rare, and beautiful come of age. Each album has a coherent theme,(this one the metaphor of metamorphasis of caterpillar to butterfly-say that 3 times!) and usually a myth or ancient legend behind it as inspiration-which reveals that there is an intellectual depth behind the music that on the surface is quite pleasing to the unsophisticated ear, but at the same time- for the disciplined and discerning listener each time listening reveals deeper layers of elegance and beauty that is obviously the product of gift, discipline, and mostly a lot of hard work.

All great creators-whether musical, artistic, or literary- are inspired by the majestic, profound, and sometimes deeply sad mysteries of this journey we call life, and as each uses their chosen medium to fulfill their endless need to create-whether as a medium to convey their deepest feelings to others, or simply for the release of the life energy within, they leave great works that awe and inspire others long after their time on earth is done. 2002 is worthy of that billing. I highly reccomend their work.

I first heard a song from this album on a cable TV audio channel. It was my introduction to 2002. I quickly wrote down the information about the song, which was glorious, and later found it at Amazon. I can say wholeheartedly that this album is one of my favorites. I was really lucky to hear it on that TV channel. It opened my eyes to the world of 2002. Now I own Land of Forever, This Moment Now, River of Stars, Chrysalis, and Across an Ocean of Dreams. Do yourself a favor, lovers of New Age music, get all of the 2002 you can, starting with this album.

I stumbled on this CD quite by accident--the picture on the cover intrigued me, so I took it to the listening desk and was very pleasantly surprised. There's not a harsh sound in the whole CD, just smooth, flowing music--sort of like those underwater nature movies where things like killer whales seem to move in slow motion. Totally beautiful.

I have bought this CD four times because I am so impressed with it. It is the first CD that the music actually touched me to a depth that it brought tears to my eyes. The soft melodies sooth the heart and soul. I bought it four times because everytime I wear it out listening to it, as I fall asleep at night.

2002 is a group that is hard to go wrong with. I own Chrysalis, Across an Ocean of Dreams, River of Stars, Land of Forever, and This Moment Now. I do not have a favorite; every album of theirs that I own is equally good and worth buying in my opinion. If you like lullabies, meditational music, and music to relax to, you have found your jackpot. 2002 really helps you unwind. I use it to find my center right before going to sleep almost every night. No complaints here. Thank you 2002, I appreciate your talents!

I love to play this music while I meditate, write, or just as background music. I played it at the office and everyone liked it, which is amazing because everyone has different music preferences. This music is very sweet, uplifting, and makes you feel good as you listen. It is so good I went back and ordered all five of their albums, and all of them are excellent! River of Stars is slightly more upbeat, and has a very distinct "Enya" sound on certain pieces, while this album is quieter and very peaceful. Highly recommended! Sanaya Roman, author, Living with Joy, others

I have many New Age CD's. What I look for in a CD is one that will put me in a good place. One that will put me in a state of relaxation and tranquility. One that I can meditate to and one that will calm me when I need to unwind from a stressful time. This CD does it all. It is one of the best in my collection. I highly recommend it.

I have never bought a CD that I like any better than this one. This is totally relaxing, soothing, beautiful music. The music sort of flows over you like water. Just wonderful music with no irritating vocals or sudden loud passages that give you a start. Go out immediately and buy this one!

I own MANY New Age CD's and this is one of my very favorites. It may be because of the celestial voices or the combination of the music AND the voices. I play it at work to reduce stress because it is so blissfully peaceful and calming that I almost fall asleep. I play it non-stop for hours. It's perfect for meditation...unless you have a tendancy to fall asleep!