Description : "SONA RUPA CD: Santoor by Pandit Ulhas Bapat. Naadyoga through exploration of sound. Contains PRATA DHYANA - Raag Ahir Bhairav 30.23 min The Raga ŒAhir Bhairav¹ is one of the most moving morning melodies. Its origin lies in the sacred Vedic chants. The note komal ŒRe¹ gives a touch of divinity to the raga. The septatonic character of the raga gives it a caste expanse. The raga ŒAhir Bhairav¹ comes closest to the chanting of Vedic Mantras, which have a transforming power. Listening to this raga in the morning brings a state of inner purity., NISHA DHYANA - Raag Kaushi Kanada 31.13 min. The Raga ŒKaushi Kanada¹ is one of our most beautiful compound ragas. It generates a philosophical mood. There is a touch of sombreness to the note komal ŒGa¹. Late night is the time when one reflects upon the deeds of the day and gives and account to one¹s conscience. The state of dhyanam is nothing else but reflection. The Raga ŒKaushi Kanada¹ opens our hearts and elevates us to a higher realm of awareness. In these times of heavy stress, Yoga and Meditation can play a very important part in people's lives. This unique has been specially designed to assist meditation - creating a true sense of calmness and peacefulness. "