Layne leads us through another solid, satisfying lesson in the ancient ways of percussion -- but this is not a teaching recording, per se. It is entirely instrumental, lush with frame drums, strings, bamboo flute and non-lyrical vocals (from Layne, Ruth Cunningham and Laurel Masse.) The Muses provide both a framework for the musical journey, and objects of meditation within.

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In this inspired recording, Layne Redmond offers listeners a landscape of haunting melodies and mesmerizing layers of rhythm and harmony dedicated to the power of the Muse. While researching the ancient music of Greece, Layne discovered the searingly beautiful 'Hymn to the Muse' written in 157 AD, and was inspired to create a musical tribute to each of the Nine Muses.

Some of the most renowned names in world music, jazz, and Medieval chant join Layne Redmond on this stunning collection, including Laurel Masse, co-founder of Manhattan Transfer and Ruth Cunningham, a member of Anonymous 4.

The Muses taught the use of intuition and prophecy as a way to self-knowledge, a knowledge that is gained through self-induced trance, meditation, singing, and dreaming. Now, listeners will hear the echoes of the Muses themselves in these powerful sacred hymns that are sure to open the heart and invite transformation.