Imagine an exercise program that you look forward to, which engages you and leaves you refreshed and alert with a feeling of physical and mental well-being. Pilates is a series of controlled movements that engage both your body and mind, performed on specifically designed exercise apparatus. This wonderful new series combines delicate nature sounds with soothing acoustic music for the perfect set of companion CDs to any Pilates workout!

Pilates workouts flow from one movement to the next effortlessly, guiding you in your discovery towards increased body awareness and a heightened sense of balance, control and correct alignment. There is nothing better than a focused workout to leave you with that special inner glow, clearing your mind, sharpening your senses and stimulating your creativity. Experience the clarity, vitality and healing of Pilates, and let the gentle rhythms of koto and flute blended with the flowing sounds of a water garden develop your connection to the earth and strengthen your body's energy.

Unlike traditional exercise, which tends to overload the muscles, Pilates enables you to strengthen smaller muscles to support your movement and create a body in balance.With Pilates, you will use your own resistance and strength with smaller, more precise fluid movements. As Pilates requires concentration and proper form on each exercise, the method becomes a total mind/body experience. Balance good health and inner peace by studying the flow of energy between humans and nature. Let the relaxing sounds of a water garden, blended with the beautiful harmonies of koto and flute, guide your journey toward inner balance and vitality.

Pilates focuses on improving flexibility and strength, so short muscles get longer and weak muscles get stronger, without building bulk.Your spine and muscles will enjoy a sense of freedom, comfort and length after the very first session.You will also become more aware of your body, dramatically improving posture and coordination. Discover a deep sense of well being and tranquility through the toning exercises of Pilates. Let the soothing sounds of a water garden blended with the beautiful rhythms of koto and flute guide your journey toward healing, relaxation and vitality.

This 2-CD Set combines Pilates - Strengthening and Pilates - Balance.

Unchaining your mind from thoughts of the past and worries about the future, meditation brings you into the here and now. As a part of yoga practice, musical meditation quiets your mind so that you can fully concentrate on your postures and breathing. Whether you're seeking enlightenment, battling stress or just want to be a little more flexible, this time-honored path to self-improvement can take you where you want to go. Just grab a mat, take a deep breath, strike a pose—and let the natural power of yoga do the rest!

Yoga's primary emphasis is on general well being, employing a broad holistic approach that focuses on teaching people a new lifestyle, way of thinking, and way of being in the world. In the process, however, yoga is also found to bring a myriad of healing effects. Simple yoga rhythms can calm your overworked system while at the same reenergizing you for the tasks that lay ahead. Relieve stress and anxiety with a soothing blend of music and nature sounds as you cleanse and revitalize your body and soul.

Some of the most important benefits of yoga are its application in relieving stress and fatigue, promoting invigoration and vitality, its anti-aging properties and its application for relaxation therapy. Enhance meditation and revitalize your system with the soothing combination of yoga techniques and the quiet sounds of nature and music. Free your mind and body, and you will be amazed at what you can accomplish.

Yogic theory and practice lead to increased self-knowledge. Knowing the self at rest and at peace is a genuine kind of knowledge that usually gets lost in the rush of activities and push of desires. The value of discovering and enjoying one's self is imperative in this busy world.Allow ancient wisdom and beauty to flow through your body as you practice the age-old tradition of yoga, and experience divine relaxation as you calm your mind and body with the simple combination of music and delicate nature sounds.

This 2-CD Set combines Yoga Rhythms and Total Yoga.

Wabi sabi is a quintessential Japanese art form; a celebration of the simple, rustic, humble and modest. It is the praise of the unconventional, unusual and asymmetric, representing the beauty of impermanence and imperfection. Sit back, relax and enjoy the simple sounds of flute, chimes and Japanese koto as you contemplate the sheer beauty of the natural world in all its inconstancy and imperfection.

Wabi sabi is a way of life that appreciates natural balance, values simplicity and nurtures an authentic self. It acknowledges that nothing lasts, nothing finishes and nothing is perfect, but affirms that contentment is achieved when you accept genuine, unvarnished existence with clarity and grace. Play this disc softly and let the delicate combination of flute, chimes and koto lull you into a tranquil, almost ethereal state—naturally balanced between stressful everyday life and constant, complete relaxation.

The cracks in the bark of trees let us know it is a mature, healthy tree, supporting an entire ecosystem while at the same time protecting itself from that ecosystem.The lines in a person's face let us know how much they have laughed, thought carefully or frowned in their lifetime. There is beauty in everything—you just have to know how to look for it. Let the gentle sounds of the flute, chimes and Japanese koto carry you to a place of calm relaxation, as you appreciate the natural beauty of our world.

The concepts of wabi sabi correlate with the concepts of Zen Buddhism, as the first Japanese involved were tea masters, priests and monks who practiced Zen. Zen emphasizes direct, intuitive insight into transcendental truth.At the core of wabi sabi is the importance of transcending ways of looking and thinking about everyday things. This music, a sweet blend of flute, chimes and Japanese koto, will transport you to a place of natural serenity; deep within yourself, you can transcend the minutiae of daily life.

Nature's Rhythms
Columbia River Entertainment

Discover nature's pure harmony with the soothing sounds of Nature's Rhythms. The gentle sounds of nature create a restful environment and enhance complete relaxation.

	With this amazing disc of wetland sounds, discover lush surroundings and beautiful, melodious birds you’ve only dreamed of—wetlands house one third of the endangered animal species in the U.S! You’ll be instantly transported to another world.
	Enjoy the lovely, delicate bird songs that embody the mystery and majesty of wilderness. Like the sunrise itself, this disc sparkles; it is revitalizing and energizing as well as soothing. Start your days off right!
	A wonderful disc of relaxing ocean sounds! This recording recreates the natural ambient environment of the sea in your own home or office in order to produce positive changes in your life, including relaxation and clarity of thought.
	With this amazing recording of dolphin songs, you will experience a connection with the great mammal's consciousness and be filled with their joy and playfulness. Enjoy the harmonious, therapeutic effects of the dolphin language.
	Drift away to the soothing sounds of rushing water on this enchanting disc! Nature Rhythms provides the ultimate in relaxation and real ambient environments. Perfect for home or office audio therapy.
	Wonderful sounds of a wolf pack not bothered by man.The haunting, ethereal calls bring you right into the lives of the wolves—perfect for listening on a cold, dark night. Let the soft, soothing sounds lull you into a relaxed state.
	The soothing, distinctive calls of several different types of birds fill this unique CD…perfect for use with meditation, massage or other types of healing work.Take a trip to the steamy rainforest—but you might not want to return.
	The ethereal whistle of wind through the trees, the wonderful sounds of elegant birds and the quiet rustle of animals playing and communing fill this calming disc, perfect as background for meditation or massage.

This is a truly relaxing and harmonious recording of the shakuhachi and strings blended with the sounds of the sea. The meditative sound of the bamboo-notched shakuhachi symbolizes the wind over the waters of the sea. Originally from China, this flute is now widely used in all forms of Japanese folk and art music.

Like wind and water, the invisible energy chi should flow harmoniously in one's home or workplace, or flow away unused.

Where to find the pure sounds of the sea, a quiet mountain stream, rolling thunder, a whispering rainforest? The 31 titles in the Sounds of the Earth series on Oreade offer pure nature sounds; no voices, music or human-induced sounds are added.  Sounds of the Earth bids you welcome to the wild and fragile sounds of nature.

Sounds of the Night starts with the sound of evening woodland birds and continues with the song of a nightingale, frogs, crickets and the call of tawny owls. The crisp air after sundown makes the night sounds come out clear and crystalline. From a backdrop of blackbirds, mistle thrushes and robins, a nightingale emerges and sings a song to celebrate nightfall.