Folk Tales

"Lookin' for the Realms" is a folk-inspired song with Eastern influences that explores the idea that heaven and hell, suffering and enlightenment, are not external places but states of mind we experience within ourselves. The song encourages listeners to embark on a journey of self-discovery, to become mindful of their inner world, and to recognize the impermanence of emotions in order to cultivate greater wisdom and compassion. With its contemplative lyrics, evocative imagery, and uplifting chorus, "Lookin' for the Realms" invites you to look inward and discover the peace that lies within.

Lyrics: 
(Verse 1) 
I see your face, it’s changin’, 
like the weather in the wind, 
Anger, greed, and sorrow, 
they keep pullin’ you in. 
In every glance, I’m witness 
to the pain that you hold tight, 
But if we look a little deeper, 
we might just find the light.

(Chorus) 
Oh, we’re lookin’ for the realms, 
they’re hidin’ deep inside, 
From the hells to the heavens, 
where the holy ones abide. 
We find what we’re searchin’ for, 
in this world so wide, 
If we open up our eyes, 
we’ll see them all in stride.

[Instrumental]

(Verse 2) 
Your smile is full of joy, 
like a god up in the sky, 
But the hungry ghost of greed, 
it lingers in your eyes. 
In the mirror of our faces, 
we see it all unfold, 
From the beast to the bodhisattva, 
the story’s bein’ told.

(Chorus) 
Oh, we’re lookin’ for the realms, 
they’re hidin’ deep inside, 
From the hells to the heavens, 
where the holy ones abide. 
We find what we’re searchin’ for, 
in this world so wide, 
If we open up our eyes, 
we’ll see them all in stride.

[Instrumental]

(Reprise Verse 2) 
Your smile is full of joy, 
like a god up in the sky, 
But the hungry ghost of greed, 
it lingers in your eyes. 
In the laughter, in the tears, 
the truth is in our soul, 
We’re searchin’ for the higher realms, 
where wisdom makes us whole.

(Chorus) 
Oh, we’re lookin’ for the realms, 
they’re hidin’ deep inside, 
From the hells to the heavens, 
where the holy ones abide. 
We find what we’re searchin’ for, 
in this world so wide, 
If we open up our eyes, 
we’ll see them all in stride.

[Instrumental]

(Bridge) 
Heaven’s not up above, 
and hell ain’t down below, 
They’re within this body, 
walkin’ everywhere we go. 
In the laughter, in the tears, 
the truth is in our soul, 
We’re searchin’ for the higher realms, 
where wisdom makes us whole.

(Chorus) 
Oh, we’re lookin’ for the realms, 
they’re hidin’ deep inside, 
From the hells to the heavens, 
where the holy ones abide. 
We find what we’re searchin’ for, 
in this world so wide, 
If we open up our eyes, 
we’ll see them all in stride.

[Instrumental]

(Outro)
Yeah, we find what we’re searchin’ for, 
with the Buddha’s light in mind,
They’re within this body, 
walkin’ everywhere we go. 
In the laughter, in the tears, 
the truth is in our soul, 
We’re searchin’ for the higher realms, 
where wisdom makes us whole.

[Instrumental]

Yeah, we find what we’re searchin’ for, 
with the Buddha’s light in mind, 
The realms are in each moment, 
just waitin’ for us to find.

Lookin For The Realms

"Transformation Oasis" is an acoustic Blues, Chill, Jazz fusion inspired by the wisdom of Pema Chodron. This song explores the transformative power of self-compassion, maitri, and letting go of old patterns. Through gentle reflection and releasing the chaos of life, we find our true selves and embrace the peace within. It’s a journey toward self-love, honesty, and inner alignment—a musical meditation for the soul.

Lyrics: 
[Verse]
When we start to breath easy no more disguise
No judging or harshness just feeling so free
Letting go of the chaos not living in lies
Finding our true selves in the meditative sea

[Verse]
With gentle reflection breaking down the walls
Old habits can fade in the light of our gaze
Where deception falls silent and truth softly calls
Transforming each moment escaping the maze

[Chorus]
In the calm of our minds we unravel the fight
Embracing ourselves with a love so divine
Shedding skins of the past into clearer light
In the stillness of now everything aligns

[Verse]
Maitri's the compass guiding us through
Renouncing the shadows in a kind gentle way
With compassion we find what is honest and true
Releasing the hurt from yesterday

[Bridge]
It's an oasis of peace where transformations grow
With patience and grace we dance through the night
In the garden of our souls where true seeds sow
In the dawn of self-love everything just feels right

[Chorus]
In the calm of our minds we unravel the fight
Embracing ourselves with a love so divine
Shedding skins of the past into clearer light
In the stillness of now everything aligns

Transformative Oasis

“Unlock the mysteries of life through this reflective Folk Blues journey. ‘Hear the Sage’ takes you on a path of wisdom, inner peace, and self-discovery. With soulful guitar and deep lyrics, this song explores the balance between light and darkness, guiding listeners toward serenity and understanding. Let the sage’s voice lead you through the unlit paths of life as wisdom whispers in every sound.”

Lyrics: 
[Verse]
Unlocks for all the mystery
With wisdom's key no guarantee
Sees all laws one and the same
Unbound by fame without a name

[Verse 2]
In darkness and in light he sees
True rest beyond life's shaky seas
No claim to make no flag to wave
He finds a peace we all do crave

[Chorus]
Hear the sage in every sound
Wisdom's whispers all around
Beyond the game we all must play
Feel the light chase night away

[Verse 3]
Unlit paths he walks with ease
No need for maps through life's trapeze
A silent guide within his heart
Shows him how to stand apart

[Bridge]
In storms and calm he stands so still
Knowing life bends to his will
No throne no crown no need to reign
He teaches us to break the chain

[Chorus]
Hear the sage in every sound
Wisdom's whispers all around
Beyond the game we all must play
Feel the light chase night away

Beyond The Game

The Bard and the Gods” is a mystical blues-folk journey through myth and music, where ancient gods and muses join in timeless harmony. Inspired by encounters with mythological figures from Greek, Norse, and Egyptian pantheons, the song reflects the bard’s path as a modern shaman, channeling wisdom from realms unseen. Through soulful guitar and haunting melodies, this track bridges ancient and present worlds, offering listeners an experience of divine inspiration and poetic insight.

[Verse 1]
I walk with gods, both fierce and kind,
Down a road where muses weave and wind.
Their whispered songs, a mirrored grace,
Voices call from some ancient place.

[Chorus]
Apollo’s light, Athena’s gaze,
Aries’s fire, wrapped in haze—
They walk beside me, hand in hand,
Guiding steps through the shadowed land.

[Verse 2]
Not Greek alone, but Norse and East,
Egypt’s gods join in the feast.
Old truths and tales, they twist and bind,
In songs reborn, a fate defined.

[Chorus]
Through mirrors bright, a shaman’s eye,
Myth and meaning blend and rise.
With every note, a truth retold,
Of karma’s wheel and courage bold.

[Bridge]
And here I stand, a seeker’s heart,
In worlds of rhythm, wisdom’s art.
With Lotus light and Dharma’s way,
I bridge the night, I birth the day.

[Chorus]
For all are one, each myth and lore,
A single voice through mirrors soar.
From past to now, the stories blend,
Where gods and human paths extend.

[Reprise Verse 2]
Not Greek alone, but Norse and East,
Egypt’s gods join in the feast.
Old truths and tales, they twist and bind,
In songs reborn, a fate defined.

[RepriseVerse 2]
Not Greek alone, but Norse and East,
Egypt’s gods join in the feast.
Old truths and tales, they twist and bind,
In songs reborn, a fate defined.

[Chorus]
Through mirrors bright, a shaman’s eye,
Myth and meaning blend and rise.
With every note, a truth retold,
Of karma’s wheel and courage bold.

[Reprise Bridge]
And here I stand, a seeker’s heart,
In worlds of rhythm, wisdom’s art.
With Lotus light and Dharma’s way,
I bridge the night, I birth the day.

[Chorus]
Through mirrors bright, a shaman’s eye,
Myth and meaning blend and rise.
With every note, a truth retold,
Of karma’s wheel and courage bold.

[Reprise Bridge]
And here I stand, a seeker’s heart,
In worlds of rhythm, wisdom’s art.
With Lotus light and Dharma’s way,
I bridge the night, I birth the day.

[Chorus]
For all are one, each myth and lore,
A single voice through mirrors soar.
From past to now, the stories blend,
Where gods and human paths extend.

[Verse 3]
So I sing, with heart and mind,
Through deep mirrors, threads unwind.
A bard, a shaman, friend to all,
Answering every spirit’s call.

[Outro]
Yes, I walk with gods, both fierce and kind,
Through halls of song, and realms divine.
In every word, and every chord,
Their voices lift—this soul restored.

This soul restored.
Restored

The Bard and the Gods

“Step into a mystical journey with ‘The Lantern and the Crystal,’ a folk ballad inspired by a timeless parable about perception, reality, and the search for truth. This song weaves haunting melodies and poetic lyrics to explore the interplay of light, shadow, and inner awakening. Let the story of the traveler and the crystal guide you to quiet the mind and discover the boundless clarity within. A contemplative tale set to rich acoustic instrumentation and soulful vocals, perfect for moments of reflection and wonder.”

Lyrics:
Verse 1
On a hill, there stood a tower, bathed in starry light,
Where whispers spoke of crystal truth, clear as the endless night.
A traveler came with a lantern bright, to seek the fabled gleam,
But mirrors danced and shadows swayed—what's real, and what's a dream?

Chorus
Oh, the lantern guides, but the mirrors lie,
And the crystal hides where the silence cries.
Let the light fade low, let the mind grow still,
And the truth will shine from the quiet hill.

Verse 2
The Keeper smiled and handed her the glow to light her way,
“Take this flame to guide your steps, but know its truth will sway.
For what you see is shaped by you, the mirrors and the flame,
To glimpse the pure and boundless truth, first quiet what you claim.”

Chorus
Oh, the lantern guides, but the mirrors lie,
And the crystal hides where the silence cries.
Let the light fade low, let the mind grow still,
And the truth will shine from the quiet hill.

Bridge
So she climbed the stairs and reached the heart,
The crystal's glow seemed worlds apart.
She cried, "This is not what I came to find,
Just reflections bent by my restless mind!"

Verse 3
She stilled the flame, let darkness fall, and turned within her soul,
The mirrors stopped their shadow dance, the crystal became whole.
A universe within its depths, her lantern now at rest,
The Keeper smiled, for she had found the truth beyond the quest.

Chorus
Oh, the lantern guides, but the mirrors lie,
And the crystal hides where the silence cries.
Let the light fade low, let the mind grow still,
And the truth will shine from the quiet hill.

Outro
Now she walks with the quiet flame, her path is true and clear,
A guiding voice for those who seek the truth that draws them near.
For every heart holds a crystal bright, and every soul must climb,
To find the hill, to still the light, and glimpse the truth divine.

The Lantern and the Crystal

"The River of Eternal Truth" is a bluesy contemporary folk song inspired by Chapter 17 of the Lotus Sutra, particularly the opening prose. This song captures the profound wisdom and timeless teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing the spiritual journey towards enlightenment that countless beings undertake across the vast expanse of time and space.

Arranged with Choir Voices, Blues, Contemporary Folk, Slide-Guitar, Piano, stand-up bass, and drums, the song weaves together a rich tapestry of sound that reflects the deep emotional resonance of the teachings. The choir adds a sense of communal reverence, while the blues and folk elements bring out the soulful and contemplative nature of the lyrics. The slide-guitar and piano lend a haunting, reflective quality, supported by the steady rhythm of the stand-up bass and drums, grounding the song in a rhythmic journey that mirrors the eternal flow of the river of truth.

"The River of Eternal Truth" is a celebration of the merit and wisdom that flow from the eternal teachings of the Buddha, offering a musical journey that resonates with the listener's own spiritual path.

The William Altig Choir: A collection of amazingly talented singers with musical accompaniment, brought to life through the cutting-edge technology of Suno AI language models.

Lyrics:
(Verse 1) In the silence of the night, where the stars align, 
The wisdom of the ages, flows through space and time. 
Beneath the jeweled trees, where the Buddhas shine, 
We gather round the fire, to hear the truth divine.

(Chorus) Oh, the river flows, with the light of endless days, 
Guided by the Buddha, we walk the timeless ways. 
Through the sands of countless worlds, we find our peace, 
In the river of eternal truth, where all suffering shall cease.

(Verse 2) Spiritual seekers rise, like grains of golden sand, 
Holding to the mantra, in the palm of their hand. 
The wheel of wisdom turns, in every heart it spins, 
Leading to the shores, where enlightenment begins.

(Chorus) Oh, the river flows, with the light of endless days, 
Guided by the Buddha, we walk the timeless ways. 
Through the sands of countless worlds, we find our peace, 
In the river of eternal truth, where all suffering shall cease.

[Instrumental]

(Bridge) Mandarava falls, from the heavens up high, 
Covering the Buddhas, as they sit in the sky. 
Heavenly drums beat soft, with no hands in sight, 
While the scent of sandalwood drifts through the night.

(Verse 3) In the circle of this life, some have miles to go, 
But every step they take, the truth begins to show. 
One more lifetime here, or eight to understand, 
The river of eternal truth, will lead us to that land.

(Chorus) Oh, the river flows, with the light of endless days, 
Guided by the Buddha, we walk the timeless ways. 
Through the sands of countless worlds, we find our peace, 
In the river of eternal truth, where all suffering shall cease.

(Outro) So let the flowers rain, let the incense rise, 
As we sing to the Buddhas in the boundless skies. 
In the river of eternal truth, we’ll find our song, 
A journey to enlightenment, where we all belong.

The River of Eternal Truth

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Welcome to the musical world of The William Altig Choir, where ancient wisdom meets contemporary sound.

Inspired by the teachings of the Lotus Sutra and infused with deep spiritual themes, my music blends the rich traditions of blues and folk with modern elements, creating a unique fusion that resonates with both the heart and soul.

I've been captivated by the Lotus Sutra's messages of compassion, wisdom, and transformation since my youth. It's a journey of self-discovery that has found its voice in my music. Each song is a reflection of my own spiritual awakening and a celebration of universal truths.

My style is characterized by emotive storytelling, powerful lyrics, and a commitment to exploring the depths of human experience. Featuring contemplative blues, acoustic slide guitar, saxophone melodies, and the harmonies of a gospel choir, my music reflects a quest for enlightenment and a better understanding of the self.

Join me on this musical journey. Together, we can explore the teachings of the Lotus Sutra, finding solace, hope, and a deeper connection to the world around us.

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