New Age MP3 Downloads

January 15, 2010 by marcome  
Filed under New Age Music

Looking for relaxing music?  Want to know where to find it on the Internet?

You are in luck!  New Age MP3 downloads are easier to accomplish than a downward dog yoga pose, and many of them are FREE!

If you know where to look, you can find your favorite new age music artists with a click of the mouse.  Whether you stream the music straight from your computer, or download music files onto your MP3 player, you don’t even need to leave the comfort of your home.  Enjoy new age vocalists whenever you wish!

(image from Chi King on Flickr)

Relax with New Age Music from the Internet (image from Chi King on Flickr)

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Ambient Music Therapy

January 9, 2010 by marcome  
Filed under Ambient Music, Well Being & Self Growth

You hardly need a news report to tell you about the healing power of music.  Many studies over the years have confirmed our own personal experiences:  music can positively affect our moods.  Like purposely turning your mouth into a smile, you can immediately feel happier, more inspired and even relaxed when you listen to your favorite songs.

Any music will do, but doctors and healing professionals often recommend ambient music therapy for therapeutic purposes.  Can you just imagine getting this advice?  “Listen to these two CDs, and then call me in the morning!

(image from laRuth on Flickr)

Ambient Music Therapy - surround yourself with healing music and images (image from laRuth on Flickr)

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Enjoy the Best New Age Music

December 24, 2009 by marcome  
Filed under Ambient Music, New Age Music

What comes to mind when you consider New Age artists?  Let me tell you that its probably not what you might have heard 10-20 years ago!  These days, “new age” can include several other music genres that are exciting, inspiring and make you want to dance!   Ambient music, world music, alternative music and much more, are often mistakenly grouped together, even though they all have a unique sound.  Type in any one of the phrases into Google, and you’ll likely find all of these sounds.

With New Age radio stations and music online, it is easy and convenient to enjoy the best New Age music…. even if you might call it something other than New Age!

A New Age is Dawning (image from fdecomite on Flickr)

A New Age is Dawning (image from fdecomite on Flickr)

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Chilling with Ambient New Age Music

November 11, 2009 by marcome  
Filed under New Age Music

Sometimes, I wonder if “New Age” has passed its prime, and we should just refer to the genre as ambient or new world.  But, then I think that new age music still holds special qualities that should be celebrated and honored.  Even though there may be some preconceptions with the term “New Age,” the style has evolved quite a bit since the 1960s when it first emerged on the scene.

To recognize the maturity of this genre and honor its roots,  I believe that “ambient new age music” accurately describes today’s sounds.  Yes, you’ll still hear experimental sounds and textures featuring synthesizers, acoustic and electric instruments.  But listening to this music is not the same as it was 30 or 40 years ago.

Chilling with Ambient New Age Music

Chilling with Ambient New Age Music (image from Just a Temporary Measure on Flickr)

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