". . . It is said that a shaman typically needs 3 things - power songs to summon his spirit allies, spirit allies to guide him to the World Tree, and a drum to ride there on. . ." (from the book: Planet Drum, by Mickey Hart and Fredric Lieberman)

Welcome to my first Drum Journeying album. (Feel free to do your own research on the topic of drum journeying)

To put it in basic terms, this is the "medicine drum only" version of A Way Into Dreams - the power songs, if you will. In fact, this very collection of audio is contained within A Way Into Dreams, playing in time with the full-band (er... one man band...haha) softly within the mix.

I don't claim to be a working shaman, though my music process aligns with the sense and responsibility that music is inherently for healing.

The contents of this album can potentially cause deep relaxation and trance, so I advise against listening to this album (or any drum meditation music) while operating a vehicle or in any other situation where danger may occur. Invoke/pray for protection and for your spirit allies to guide you (maybe for you this ally is a loved one, a close friend, Jesus, a faithful pet, etc., or ask them to make themselves known if it's your first time with this concept) . Sometimes people experience dreamlike visuals ranging from colors to scenes with specific familiar people, while listening to journeying drums. This is a place to find answers and healing, be mindful about the intention and jot down some of your findings in a journal.

Start with the volume low and turn it up to find what is comfortable - it is very resonant and dynamic. I have seen recommendations that suggest being intoxicated may hinder or alter the experience so to journey while sober is the intended method.

For its full meditative effect, listen with headphones or on speakers, sitting or lying down comfortably, arrange for your time to be in this position so that you will be without distractions nor interruptions for at least the entire duration of your choosing. Focus on your breathing and becoming relaxed, adjusting slightly to find a position that is comfortable for the rest of the meditation. Maybe start with one track if you are new, or perhaps you will navigate the entire journey.



For Windspirit, who gave me this drum