Search - Constance Demby :: Sacred Space Music

WOW!!

Unlucky Frank | Lalaland, CA United States | 06/02/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Looking for some meditation music I purchased this CD on a whim many years ago. Normally I meditate to R. Carlos Nakai, Riley Lee, or nothing at all. As for New Age I prefer Tangerine Dream, Brian Eno, or Steve Roach. But this Sonic Masterpiece is unlike anything I've ever heard. Being the music snob that I am, (I would never be caught dead with a Yanni or a John Tesh recording.) I was put off at first by this so-called New Age CD. But something kept bringing me back to this beautiful recording again and again. I found myself listening to this CD late at night whenever I was sad or lonely. The first 20 minute track is aptly named THE LONGING. This piece is heartbreaking. The 2nd 20 minute track is called RADIANCE. It brings one out of the feeling of sadness conveyed by the 1st track into, well, radiance.I don't consider this to be New Age, but more classical in feeling. Why is this wonderful composer not doing soundtracks for film?.......... Typical. I don't use this CD to meditate because meditation is for not-thinking and not-feeling. And this Masterpiece is about DEEP FEELINGS. BRILLLIANT!!I recommend SACRED SPACE MUSIC for contemplating your garden, alone, at night. Or shifting sands below desert stars. Or the moon between the dancing shadows of haunted trees. Absolutely alone."

Metaphysics Aside

Marc Ruby? | Warren, MI USA | 10/17/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"In going through my Constance Demby albums I find that this one 'Sacred Space Music' is the one I play the most often. It is neither the most tuneful nor the most dissonant, but provides an interesting interplay between acoustic and electronic instruments. It presents many of the architectural elements that go into what Demby refers to as 'space' music without being overbearing, making it a perfect introduction to the genre.The primary sound element in both tracks are strings, with the piano supplying the melodic counterpoint on 'The Longing,' and the hammered dulcimer adding a minimalist element in 'Radiance.' Other voices (including voices) are added as needed to carry out the tonal variation scheme that marks these works. The music is subtle and drawn out, making it perfect for either listening or just plain relaxing.One of my personal issues with this form of music is its insistence on the trappings of spirituality as part of its validation. I've always felt that composers like Demby stand very well on their own without the need for metaphysical titles and grand New Age gestures. Not that I mind New Age, but too often it winds up as a term used to brush by recognizing this kind of work as legitimate music.This isn't an easy album to track down, but it's one that is worth the purchase if you do find it. Demby has strong musical skills that deserve a wider recognition."

This CD is the centerpiece of my New Age collection.

freedom@wf.net | Wichita Falls, Texas | 03/07/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Ironically, I don't listen to this CD very often, although it is the centerpiece of my New Age collection. It is the first CD I would replace if my collection were lost, and represents, in my mind, the essence of New Age music. I think I have kept it in reserve, a secret weapon against dark moods if and when they threaten my sanity. If I were ever to suffer a great personal loss, I would turn to someone I loved for solace AFTER turning to this CD for healing. Listen to it played softly for Peace - crank it up for Ecstacy!"