NOAM by Eliana Gilad and the Voices of Eden Ensemble

Soothing, wordless vocals, Celtic Harp, Violin and hypnotic percussion accents on Bendir (frame drum) and Tam Tam (Moroccan bongos). An exotic, distinctive weaving of acoustic, instrumental music and voice for massage, meditation, stress-relief, relaxation and enjoyment. NOAM is designed for relaxation and has also been effectively used to relieve stress that accompanies sleeplessness. The soothing vocals, Eastern percussion, harp & violin relaxes the listener. The vocals are intentionally wordless. This conscious use of voice bypasses the intellect allowing the listener to connect with a deeper level of consciousness. There is no limiting factor of language. This effect of voice and rhythm enhances healthy living.

NOAM was composed and performed by the Voices of Eden Ensemble, a unique, world-class group of Jewish, Arab and Christian musicians who represent a new contribution to the field of sound healing. Their distinctive weaving of acoustic, instrumental music and wordless vocals has proven effective for calming nerves focusing awareness and enhancing a deep sense of relaxation.

The Voices of Eden Ensemble combines voice and rhythm to create naturally healing music. Each music track on NOAM concentrates upon balancing polarities and cleansing one of the seven main energy centers (chakras). The healing use of voice and rhythm by women is a 3,000-year old tradition. Both babies and adults are reassured and calmed by rhythmic, repetitive sounds that remind them of things they heard in the womb.

Though the VOE Ensemble refers to NOAM as “Healing Lullaby Music”, the CD does not resemble traditional lullaby music or offer any hackneyed treatments of cliché juvenile music that most people think of when they hear the word “lullaby”. This is a complement, not a criticism; this music will resonate with people of all ages.

ABOUT THE MUSICIAN:
The musical compostions on NOAM were created and produced by Eliana Gilad, who moved to Israel from France ten years ago, where she had worked for CBS during the 1992 Olympics doing voice overs for the ceremonies. It was during the Olympics that Gilad felt called to use her voice for a higher good. Two years later, she moved to Galillee and founded the Voices of Eden Self Realization and Healing Music Center.

Eliana Gilad: Vocals, Bendir (Frame Drum), Tam Tam (Moroccan bongos),
Indian Ankle Bells
Samir Makhoul: Violin
Sunita Staneslow: Celtic Harp

Voices of Eden Ensemble
Eliana Gilad, Samir Makhoul and Sunita Staneslow

REVIEWS:
I have become hooked on this disc. Bought it for my children, but the entire family loves it. We play the disc constantly because it creates a calming environment at home and at work. Noam is one of my favorite CD's of all time.
Annette R. MPS, RN, ATR-BC

This CD is the perfect selection for de-stressing adults!
Paula T.

This CD provides a soothing, peaceful background with a drumming heartbeat throughout the music that calms the spirit and frees the mind. It is truly wonderful for adults in the workplace. Michelle P.

FROM THE MUSICIAN:
The history of combining music and voice dates back to biblical times. King David used the harp to soothe a raging Saul in time of war. The walls of Jericho came tumbling down, through the conscious use of sound.

The essence of all matter is sound. Vocal sound is our human instrument. It is our means of connecting with others and communicating with the outside world. Our voice reflects our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual states. The more we are attuned to and aware of our voice, the better we are able to use it for our good and that of others. As we are able to connect with ourselves and our true natural voice, the better we are able to effectively live and connect with others in the world.

Expectations, competition, deadlines, sales quotas, family obligations, pressure from us and others create tension in our overly busy lives. Much of the personal meaning and power of true connection has been lost in our modern, technological, fast paced world.

When we can stop for a moment to connect with the simple pulses of life: soothing music, the smell of a rose, a breath of fresh air, we are immediately refreshed and rejuvenated. We return to the source of our true power and continue with our day in a more effective way. This is a major key to success and happiness in life. It is also the foundation of the Voices of Eden approach to voice, sound healing and music.

We hope this music enables you to achieve greater harmony and peace within yourself and enhances your ability to connect with others in the world.

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