Grace

Snatam Kaur Khalsa

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 1, 2004)
• Original Release Date: October 1, 2004
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Spirit Voyage Music
• ASIN: B00068G8KC
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,927 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Editorial Reviews

Aquarian Times, Winter, 2004
Grace brims with an understated joy and just might break through to new audiences not familiar with this genre.

Product Description
This is Snatam Kaur’s latest release and it is a joy to behold. Snatam has woven a magnificent tapestry of Gurmukhi, English, violin, guitar and flute and produced an album that is both spiritually moving and foot tapping at the same time.

Like every Kundalini Yoga class, the album begins with the chant Ong Namo and unfolds with Snatam's flawless voice dancing over gentle flute, Indian violin, nylon string guitar and subtle keyboard. She weaves in devotional English lyrics such that one experiences the essence of the Gurmukhi chant with simple clarity.

With deeply-moving music composed jointly by Thomas Barquee and Snatam Kaur, the second track, Ray Man, seduces listeners into a state of sublime meditation. The lyrics translate to "Oh my mind, practice yoga in this way."

The third track, Hari Har, is the liveliest song Snatam has ever recorded. A fast-paced, drum-filled mantra that gets you up on your feet, this track introduces us to a much stronger side of Snatam's vocals.

The next track, a simple and beautiful version of the healing meditation Ra Ma Da Sa, is accompanied by slow and soft classical guitar and keyboards with the flavor of a lazy river, gently flowing by on a summer afternoon.

The final two tracks reveal the true cross-over nature of this album. Both in English, they are two songs very near to Snatam's heart. The first, By Thy Grace, has been a favorite at her live performances over the last year. This track sheds light on the title of the album, opening with the line "It is by the Grace that I sing Your Holy Name." Closing with an original composition of the Irish blessing, May the Long Time Sun Shine Upon You … a sweet and grace-filled farewell prayer.

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Customer Reviews

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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Divine Perfection - A Soundtrack for my Life, March 26, 2005

By	DenverPDS (Denver, Colorado) - See all my reviews

With an extensive music library, I find myself returning almost exclusively to Snatam Kaur. I have every one of her CD's on constant rotation in my home, car, and office. Not only do I absolutely love listening, meditating, and living to her music. But I've come to realize that I operate from a better and more loving place when I have her playing in the background while at my demanding and high-profile job in the corporate offices of a fortune 50 company.

With so much gratitude, thank you Snatam for becoming the soundtrack to my life.

Paul
Denver, Colorado

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Divine and simply heavenly, December 14, 2004

By	I am that I am (Seattle) - See all my reviews

Just when I thought that it would be hard to trump her earlier two albums (Prem & Shanti), Snatam's latest gift to the world is simply a gem.

The first track (Ong Namo) always transports me to a state of blissful humility. It is hard not to feel the grace that Snatam probably felt in giving life to this shabad (devotional music).

The rest of the tracks are just as unique and glorious. Thank you Snatam for sharing your gift with the world. Many blessings!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exquisite, Cathartic!, December 18, 2004

By	A. Hong - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This music touches me so deeply I feel indebted to share it with my loved ones, and this highest praise. You can hear more clips at the SpiritVoyage website. Thank you Snatam, and God bless your Grace!