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Let me begin by saying I have been fasting since 11/11 from many different things, including my online presence. During my pre-winter solstice prep, I have engaged in intimate meditations leading to revelations. Sentience Divine is a byproduct of the root work I have immerse myself in. It is my first time featuring a full album with my custom designed Trichord instrument. I am playing everything on the entire project. The project features Sacred Sounds for SELF-Care and Relaxation. The sound quality is of top high fidelity. 

REDESIGN

My custom Trichord instrument that is a one sided Kotamo (koto, tanpura, monochord) is the featured instrument on every project. I requested special modifications to the Trichord that enables me to perform with it in unique ways. I created custom VST instrument sound design in conjunction with using special triggering technology to turn the Trichord into a synthesizer. I call this technique the Monochord WaveWash©. You can experience the Monochord WaveWash© on “Samadhi Dreams”, “Saucha”, and “Amani”. Another custom boutique instrument used during this recording experience was an air synthesizer that uses ultrasonic technology. You can witness it on “Feelings of Being” and “Amani”.

RESEARCH

My first introduction to the Kotamo was through the work of Fabien Maman during my research in alternative sound therapies. The surmountable science based research he provides for uses of sound, Qi Gong, medicinal music, and frequency lead me to explore harmonic, overtone, chord, and string instrument theory. Recently, I came across the monochord music album of the late Sonia Slany who I learned used the monochord in the sound score of one of my favorite films, The Lord of the Rings. I enjoy The Lord of the Rings series so much because of both the sound design of the monochord and the broader message of using coexistence and cooperation to overcome challenges.

Listen and purchase the full project on bandcamp!

Self composed, performed, recorded, arranged, mixed, and mastered by Shannon Harris. Monochord, Tanpura, Monochord WaveWash© Air, effects, synthesizer pads, chimes, air synthesizer, and VST whispers performed by Shannon Harris.

Amani - Peace and Tranqulity Sound Cloud Demo

"What You've Done" is the second single on Fleece's upcoming record, Voyager.

Recorded and Mixed by Patrick McDowall at Soundhole, Montreal, QC.
Mastered by Ryan Morey at Grey Market Mastering
Artwork by Dillon Nusca

Voyager

What You've Done

"Voyager" is Fleece's sophomore album. Released independently under Fleece Music.

Recorded and Mixed by Patrick McDowall at Soundhole, Montreal, QC.
Mastered by Ryan Morey at Grey Market Mastering
Artwork by Dillon Nusca

Performed by Matthew Rogers, Ethan Soil, and Gabe Miller
ft. Jameson Daniel, Megan Ennenberg, and David DiMaria

Fried Eggs

"Fix It Together" is the third single on Fleece's upcoming record, Voyager.

Recorded and Mixed by Patrick McDowall at Soundhole, Montreal, QC.
Mastered by Ryan Morey at Grey Market Mastering
Artwork by Dillon Nusca

Fix It Together

"Gold" is taken from the upcoming debut album by Two Medicine, due for release 2nd November via Bella Union. Pre-order here: http://smarturl.it/Astropsychosis