Valarien - In Paradise

'In Paradise' is, quite simply, one of the best combinations of acoustic and electronic instruments ever! Valarien surrounds an atmospheric acoustic guitar with pastoral samples and orchestral synths. He uses some echo and delay on his guitar - just enough to create gentle clouds and gentle resting places. The liner notes use the word 'enchanting' to describe these soundscapes. It is an accurate term and, in reality, this is one huge soundscape. Valarien's style and techniques infuse every note with love and warmth. He has a definite passion for his craft. He shares it willingly with his listeners.' Amazon.com ***** (5 Stars) Buy this CD!!! Reviewer: A music fan from City of the Angels 'This CD is Amazing! Of all the music offered in this genre, this is quite simply the Best!!! Listening to Valarien is like going on a magical journey; prepare to be taken to an exquisite place of Peace and Beauty. I love this CD! It always lifts me up and brightens my day. And...it is also perfect for relaxation and Yoga. I give this CD the highest rating of 5 Stars! Get it, you'll be glad you did!' ***** (5 Stars) Exquisite Acoustic Guitar/Ambient Music. Reviewer: A music fan from Los Angeles 'Valarien's guitar playing on In Paradise is exquisite. This is acoustic/ambient guitar music at it's finest. The CD is one long improvisational guitar meditation over electronic strings and ambient spaces, divided into three parts, without a break in the music. In Part 1 the music unfolds beautifully with the freshness of a new dawn, much as the cover painting 'Daybreak' by the American romantic painter Maxfield Parish pictures. The music deepens in Part 2 and before you know it you are wandering through an Eden like Paradise and forgotten all memory of where you are or where you came from. When Part 3 three finally arrives and you are content to stay 'In Paradise' indefinitely, it gets even better! In this last movement, it's as if the clouds veiling the heavens part and a spiritual light shines down, drawing you higher and higher into light. When the music finally ends you are returned to the beginning, with the peaceful sounds of nature and wind chimes In Paradise. There's definitely a spiritual quality to this music, with a richer sense of melody, harmony and musicianship than is usual for 'new age' music. For those who like really good guitar playing or if you like spiritual music that will wash over you like a new day after the rain, then get this CD!' ***** (5 Stars) Divinely blissful and sublimely beautiful... Reviewer: Valakor from California 'Divinely blissful and sublimely beautiful! This music is trance-inducing and very healing for the heart and the spirit. An hour of peace and joyful contentment. Gorgeous guitar playing in a tapestry of warm musical ambience as beautiful as the artwork. Valarien's music takes you on a journey to a place that is at once enchanting and wonderful and yet personal and familiar, a remembrance of something half forgotten and still longed for - truly timeless. If you are looking to be blissed-out, then In Paradise is for you!' TESTIMONIALS: Steven Sadlier, Shaktipat Master Self Awareness Institute "We had a retreat this weekend in Joshua Tree and we were doing a lot of meditation. Valarien joined us and introduced some of his music. It was really more of a channeling of the consciousness than anything else, not only was the music an enhancement to our meditation, but it just took us so deep. So, if you get a chance, you've got to try this music, and try meditating to it - it'll take you out of this world!" COMMENTS from SAI participants on VALARIEN's musical performances at the JOSHUA TREE RETREAT FALL 2008: "Your beautiful music brought my meditations deeper in Joshua Tree. I listen to the CD now and it brings me back to such a peaceful place. Thank you so much for sharing with us. All the best to you." - Lori "It was so awesome to meet you, love your music! Keep rockin'! Sending love and shakti!" - Pauline "Your music & energy is not only beautiful, but intoxicating...I now use your music for meditation, yoga, and the entertainment of myself, family, & friends...Thank you for your amazing touch. In love & peace." - Roz "Thank you so much for your beautiful music. Blessings and Love" - Lynda "I LOVE your music, you are gifted and so in touch with the Divine. Blessings." - Sharon "Love Your Music!" - Marlene COMMENTS from SAI participants about the CD IN PARADISE from the CANCUN RETREAT SPRING 2008: "Namaste. I wanted to let you know that I received that incredible CD...I have been enjoying it immensely. Kudos's to it's creator." - Scott "Yeah! I'm sooo excited to meditate with it and reminisce with paradise!" - Kelsea "The CD is wonderful..." - Jeannie "Thank you Valarien--I received my CD and I just love it! Namaste :)" - Sara "Valarien, Thank you. It's wonderful. Love and blessings" - Susan "Thank you again for this beautiful CD!! - Robin "Loved your music!....cool to do yoga with it." - Maria.

1) In Paradise - Part 1
2) In Paradise - Part 2
3) In Paradise - Part 3