This Drummer's delight is the solo debut of hand percussionist JimMcGrath, who's work can be heard on TV, film scores and recordings like Music from the Television Series Northern Exposure (MCA) and Brent Lewis' The Primitive Truth.
If you think percussion and envision a frenzied pseudo- shaman hammering away at an oversized drum, your in for a fine suprise. McGrath's approach is more subtle, involving an exotic array of instruments that are artfully manipulated in order to create aclean, crisp harmonic, suitable for moving, meditation, devotional dance, or just plain enjoyment. The drums do not demand attention,they invite one to immerse oneself into a warm cocoon of irresistible rhythms. Four fifteen minute sounding circles offer a wealth of unique moods and inspirations. African Talking drums, Mid-Eastern doumbecs, congas, bongos, water drum, rainsticks and an assortment of bells, shakers, and chimes, plus whispering / sighing / toning female voices create a mystical environment for the mind, body, and soul to explore.
While the voices provide a center of focus, there are no lyrics to distract from the overall eperience.
McGrath uses percussion as an integral part of healing and meditation seminars, and brings his drumming to the schools of California as part of the Drums and Rhythms Of The World Show.
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