The mystical-erotic trance rituals of southern Italy... haunting prayers to the Black Madonna and the Goddess of the Mediterranean... here is a very unique recording from an accomplished singer, dancer, and percussionist. Acclaimed as one of the greatest living women percussionists in the world (tambourine and frame drums), she is working to bring the healing powers of drumming, dance and the matriarchal traditions of southern Italy (once part of Magna Graecia) to women today. This 2000 release contains new world arrangements of healing prayers, processional chants, love laments, and original songs dedicated to the goddesses of love, the sea, and rivers -- bringing together the passion of Italy's mystical roots with distinctive influences from Brazil, North Africa and Latin America. With her soaring mezzo-soprano and mesmerizing tambourine rhythms, she casts a spellbinding web of sensuality and ignites the healing power of magical curative folk music. Extensive and informative notes included; highly recommended!