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Yoga with the Music of Shimshai - LIVE at Jai Shanti Yoga
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Note from Bill: For several years now, I have been bringing Shimshai's music into my yoga classes. He is not a typical performer - his flash and bling are energetic: you will feel his presence and Spirit's presence when Shimshai dances with his fingers and invokes wtih his magical voice. I'm am honored that he will be coming to Jai Shanti Yoga again, and I hope that you can come experience a true musician of spirit.
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Whether singing the ancient Sanskrit mantras of India, the traditional folklore songs of South America, or performing his original works of divine inspiration, Shimshai’s music invokes a sentiment of ancestral devotion and a dedication to higher consciousness. A self-proclaimed seeker of truth, described by many as possessing the voice of an angel, Shimshai is gifted with the innate ability to deliver his message flawlessly in several languages; most profoundly the universal language of Love and Oneness. Surrounded by music from birth and formally trained on piano in his native state of Washington, today Shimshai performs effortlessly on guitar, sitar, flute, and a variety of woodwinds. He plays many of the instruments on his self-composed and self-produced albums, ‘I sense your Presence’ (2001), ‘Toward the One’ (2003/2006), and ‘Live on Maui’ (2003/2006) all which have been highly revered by the worldwide spiritual community. His collaboration with fellow artist Tina Malia, ‘Jaya Bhagavan’ (2004), has also been met with tremendous success, being signed to the independent record label Spirit Voyage in 2005, and his most recent release, ‘Deliverance’ (2006), showcases his abilities as a solo performer. He continues to offer his talents to various studio projects, including current collaborations with traditional healers and several undertakings with indigenous communities throughout south and Latin America.
Whether playing at large festivals, yoga studios, or spiritual retreats, Shimshai’s live performances throughout the Hawaiian Islands, Europe, Australia, Mexico and The Americas have helped to create a devoted and ever-growing global fan base. His unique blend of reggae, jazz, kirtan, and folk, infused with a worldbeat influence, provides a diverse palette of musical expression and attracts a wide range of listeners. Performing solo or with his group, The Natural MystiquEnsemble, which features percussion, guitar accompaniment, and harmony vocals, Shimshai’s energy always provides a sacred, intimate, heart-opening space for all who are present. Along the way, Shimshai has had the honor of opening for and sharing the stage with such luminaries as Michael Franti, David Grisman, Mickey Hart, Jai Uttal, Ram Dass, Deepak Chopra, Bhagavan Das, Dezarie & members of midnite, jah levi, Hamsa Lila, Sasha Butterfly, and many other gifted musicians and visionaries. To experience the essence of this young mystic is to be taken down a musical journey that ultimately leads us back to the very core of our own inner existence. Shimshai, translated as ¨My Sun¨ in Hebrew is indeed “una estrella brillante” whose heartfelt expression, natural grace, and impeccable intention shall continue to inspire and manifest positive vibrations for generations to come.
TESTIMONIAL:
"An enchanted mixture of spirit and soul, danceable and tranceable."
-Lieb Ostrow, founder and CEO, Earthbeat Records
"Shimshai's music emanates a divine presence and a quality of peace, a truly 'natural mystic' energy that flows into the hearts of his listeners. His musicality is superb, as is that of his bandmates, and his singing is sublime and transcendent."
-Jai Uttal
"Toward The One is a stellar release from a bright talent, a world-beat pioneer."
-KUDOS, Sedona's Arts and Entertainment Weekly
"When I hear this music I feel my soul rise up and start dancing".
-Sunshine Pressider, KMUD, Humboldt County CA
"To experience the music of Shimshai is to be taken on a musical journey that celebrates the purest light of universal love. His beautiful voice and exquisite guitar playing evokes the spirit of Bob Marley, the subtlety of Jerry Garcia and a powerful musical prayer to unite all humanity and spark the fire of change. It is a
gift to the world and a blessing for us all."
-Robyn Shanti, Dharma Wheel. KBOO Portland