For those unaware, sometimes dissimilar features and distinctive stylings might complement each other. On occasions they can combine in a fascinating and satisfying manner.

Take Prague for example, a place full of contrasts, but full of charm. The bustle of the city and the calming waters of the Danube timelessly balance each other in symbiotic harmony. Modern buildings and landmarks like Masaryčka, and the Žižkov Tower, stand shoulder to shoulder with historic architecture such as, the Municipal House (Obecní Dům) and the Rudolfinum.

These juxtapositions should not work, but they do. For just as Prague can rejoice and bask in it differences; Praguenayama similarly offers music that does just that and much more.

In his latest project Dewa Budjana’s compositions celebrate the beauty to be found in difference, contrast, and opposites. Overall, the music has a meditative quality where recurring melodies induce a reflective air amid an ever-evolving tapestry of musical textures and a colorful prism of shifting harmonies.

The release offers a refreshing orchestral backdrop that is balanced and countered by the striking harmonic qualities of Budjana’s ethereal guitar tones. The music is by turns, reflective and exuberant, melancholy and uplifting, peaceful and on occasions fleetingly aggressive.

Praguenayama features the Czech Symphonic Orchestra and was recorded at the Czech Television Studio Prague. The orchestra’s contribution was completed in less than a day with a minimum of overdubs and takes. Consequently, the album has a fresh spontaneous feel. It flawlessly combines carefully spun orchestral parts with Budjana’s inventively fashioned guitar hues and melodic timbres.

1. Pranayama (6:52)
2. On The Way Home (6:14)
3. Sasih Sadha (6:08)
4. Dreamland (5:43)
5. Karma (4:37)

The 9th International release of Dewa Budjana through MoonJune Records, he opens his new recording on the immersive Pranayama and then we are graced with the decadently smooth On The Way Home, the veritable cinescape of Sasih Sadha, the lushly sculpted Dreamland, before the set comes to a close on the sheer elegance of soundscaped perfection of Karma.

Several of the tunes offer new arrangements of pieces that Budjana has previously recorded. The use of the orchestra enriches these tunes and offers a different set of tonal colors. These are utilized to great effect. The release also features two new tunes composed specifically for this project.

Dewa Budjana is dedicating this album to his beloved wife Borra, and his sons Devananda and Dawainanda, and is thankful for their Eternal Inspiration and Love.

There is no Life without Prana, there is no consciousness without Prana, and everything begins with Pranayama.

Musicians:
Dewa Budjana guitars, soundscapes
Czech Symphony Orchestra conducted by Michaela Růžičkova
First Violin: Ludvík Sklenář
First Cello: Pavel Běloušek
Sound Engineer: Milan Jílek
Coordinator: Lenka Mrázková

Official Purchase Link

www.dewabudjana.com

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