Customer Review: I would recommend this cd to anyone who likes traditional music. Jigme Drukpa is an extremely gifted artist who displays his talents with a beautiful voice and a wonderful instrumental accompaniment. His work depicts Bhutan in its true character-an endless melody of tranquility and peace.
Customer Review: It's an excellent idea, doing a rough guide to the Himalayas. Because there is not very much music really from the mountains themselves, this selection has a lot of music inspired by the Himalayas. Hence, there's the Chinese flute song with Japanese percussion titled "Himalayas" the dj mix of... more info
Customer Review: Be advised: Tracks 13 & 14 are switched place. This CD is not really Tibetan music, but distinctly Bhutanese. If you have seen 7 Years in Tibet, listen to track 12; you will be surprised how much that song comes up in the movie. Ache Lhamo and The Horses of Jewel hill are also great, as are Bem,... more info
Customer Review: This set of discs presents a comprehensive look at the religious and secular music of Tibetan Buddhists in Bhutan. Not only are monastic rituals covered, but selections from local folk traditions are presented. The quality of the recording itself is superb. Additionally, the documentation of the... more info
Customer Review: Be advised: Tracks 13 & 14 are switched place. This CD is not really Tibetan music, but distinctly Bhutanese. If you have seen 7 Years in Tibet, listen to track 12; you will be surprised how much that song comes up in the movie. Ache Lhamo and The Horses of Jewel hill are also great, as are Bem,... more info
