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by Xumantra
***1/2
 Xumantra
is Marco Dolc, and Dance of Life is his fourth album
CD. Marco studies sacred sound as a part of his spiritual
evolution. His music is created from the instruments of sacred
music from around the world, such as Tibetan singing bowls,
gongs, percussion and various stringed instruments. Dance
of Life is a playful celebration of joy-filled life. Marco
is an absolute master of the marimba and, through it, his
music is laughter. Because the drumming and percussion are
so prominent, this album CD would probably fall under the
heading of "world music," although through Erick
Lawrence's superb flute playing it definitely leans towards
jazz. It is really quite interesting to hear a blend of jazz
and Native American music on the song "Medicine Bird."
This music is mostly mellow melodies dancing over the top
of tightly woven rhythms. Dance of Life can be ordered
from First Light Music at 23114 Middlebank Dr., Newhall, CA.
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