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What are the odds
of going to high school with someone who is now one of the leading Tibetan
Buddhist teachers and authors? What are the odds of then going to the
same University - and perhaps marching on some of the same anti-war protest
demonstrations?
Pretty astronomical, one might assume. And so did I, until I met Lama
Surya Das (the "Deli Lama") yesterday. We were both walking
through the parking lot on our way to be featured presenters at a conference
exploring a variety of spiritual pathways, when our paths literally crossed.
I had recently read about him in Yoga Journal and had felt a slight sense
of deja vu. The article recounted his life story, and how he is now an
advisor to the Dalai Lama. It also mentioned that he grew up on Long Island,
New York, born into a Jewish family. I didn't recall any other specifics
[except that that is the reason for the name "Deli."]
So when our paths (literally) crossed, I introduced myself - at which
point he interrupted me and said, " It's been a long time since the
last time we met."
I'm thinking, "Hmmmm, which past life in Tibet may he be referring
to?" My internal dialog was cut short when he said, "I haven't
seen you since we both went to Valley Stream Central High School. I was
a year or two younger than you."
I wondered if there was a special significance to this meeting the week
before my first return to Long Island in ten years. Or whether it had
anything to do with my being called to produce the extraordinary recording
of an ancient Tibetan sound-healing instrument (Singing Bowls of Shangri-La).
1st International Conference on Science and Consciousness
The first annual Conference
on Science and Consciousness was a huge success. An extraordinary collection
of leading edge scientists (Dr. William Tiller, Dr. Beverly Rubik, Paul
Pearsall), astronauts (Dr. Edgar Mitchell, Dr. Brian 0'Leary) and philosophers/comparative
religion (Huston Smith). Huston made the historic first recordings of
Tibetan monks chanting their unique 3-tones at a time overtone singing
over three decades ago.
It felt at times like listening in on a discussion among Einstein, Heisenberg
and Yogananda. I could feel my brain cells growing and expanding. Dr.
Tiller presented his research that documents the formerly "unprovable"
power of intention as well as the healing power of love.
Special Event
It is my pleasure
to announce Sonics 2000, A Celebration of Sacred Sound, an event I will
be co-facilitating. Sonics 2000 (also known as S2K) will be held August
18-22, 1999 at Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado.
Joining us will be a number of teachers who will share their knowledge,
experience and sounds in a co-created conscious atmosphere of love. These
include Jonathan Goldman (the organizer), James Twyman, Shefa Gold and
Sarah Benson. All are master teachers and musicians who are in alignment
with the energies of this extraordinary event.
WHAT: Sonics 2000 (S2K) welcomes the new millennium with music, chanting,
drumming and sonic group activities. It is five days of toning, teaching
and transformation. The purpose of S2K is to help initiate the energies
of the year 2000 as a positive, transformative experience allowing balance
and frequency-shifting in these extraordinary times of change. S2K, hosted
by sound healing pioneer Jonathan Goldman, is a vehicle to celebrate the
coming millennium through sacred sound. Co-facilitating this event with
Jonathan are world teachers, singers and musicians who are aligned with
the harmony of this gathering.
Each day will highlight group experiences with exercises and teachings
which will feature one of the co-facilitators of S2K. Jonathan will conduct
the morning events. The afternoons will be lead by Steven, Shefa, Jimmy
or Sarah. The evenings will consist of sacred vocal soundings, drumming
and dancing in which everyone may participate.
WHO: Jonathan Goldman is an internationally acclaimed sound healer, teacher
and chant master. Pioneering vocal harmonics, he is the author of Healing
Sounds and Shifting Frequencies. His recordings include: Dolphin Dreams,
Trance Tara and Chakra Chants.
Steven Halpern is an internationally acknowledged pioneer in sound healing
and new age music. The author of Sound Health and Tuning the Human Instrument,
Steven's recordings include: Spectrum Suite, The Sacred Chorde and Music
for Sound Healing.
Shefa Gold is considered one of the foremost female chant masters in the
Hebrew tradition. Rabbi Gold specializes in celebrating the path of devotion
through chanting. Her recordings include: Chants Encounters and Chanscendence.
James Twyman is the author of Emissary of Light. Known as the "Peace
Troubadour," Jimmy travels throughout the planet, teaching and singing
peace songs from the different religious traditions. His recordings include:
Emissary of Light and May Peace Prevail on Earth.
Sarah Benson imparts loving energy through her voice and music. Founder
of the Earth Sound Light Center, her recordings include: Flutes of Interior
Time and Grace. She is the author of Within the Sound.
Steven Halpern has earned a reputation as one of the
most influential New Age recording artists. He is an outspoken advocate
for sound healing, and often feels compelled to expose the hype and dis-information
that has begun to infiltrate the integrity of the field. He invites you
to check out his latest releases, tour schedule and catalog, free of charge,
at 800/909-0707 or at his website, www.steven
halpern.com.
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