Phil Thornton - Pure Tibetan Bowls

The rich blend of harmonic overtones created when Tibetan bowls are struck with various beaters was carefully recorded and gathered together into a musical journey which takes its inspiration from traditional Buddhist teachings. Each track represents a stage in the 'eightfold path' to enlightenment through meditational practice. The Jhanas are eight altered states of conciousness which can arise during periods of strong concentration. The world Jhana is from the 'Pali' language and means meditation. In addition to their usage fro meditation, Tibetan singing bowls are also used in many Holistic therapy treatments including deep relaxation, chakra balancing, Reiki and stress reduction.