Bali Spa offers music for pure relaxation, fostering a sense of well-being and balance. From Maharani Records, this album features the encounter of a melodious piano with the uniqueness of a traditional gamelan orchestra. The importance of the gamelan goes beyond the pleasure of music and into the realm of ritual ceremony. Each instrument in the ensemble is considered a work of art and an object of devotion. Primarily based on percussion instruments like gongs, drums and xylophones, the gamelan also includes flutes amongst other instruments. The multiple layers of harmony often accompany dances and ceremonial events.
The CD features 10 tracks:
1. Sunrise at Paradise
2. Ratu Anom (named after a legendary Balinese princess).
3. White Sand
4. Mejangeran (refers to a traditional Balinese janger dancer.
5. Uluwatu Temple
6. Sacred Holy Waters
7. Don Dap Dape ("Leaf of the Don Tree")
8. Spring Water
9. Stream of Dreams
10. My Home Village
Track #2 is featured in Nyoman Subrata's artist video.
Track #7 is featured in Nyoman Naranata's artist video.
In 2002, Maharani Record began to blend traditional and modern music resulting in relaxing melodies that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and nations.
Maharani Record was established in 1981 by Ricky Sadha, intended for Balinese pop music on cassette. However, in 1990, inspired by the art and beauty... read more