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The First Noel, the angels did say, was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay. In fields where they lay keeping their sheep, on a cold winter's night that was so deep. This recording offers reading of the English-language lyrics followed by magical harp music based on original Christmas carol melody composition.

This traditional Christmas carol was written by the Austrian priest Joseph Mohr, and the music was composed by the Austrian teacher and organist Franz Xaver Gruber. This audio recording of Silent Night includes a reading of the English-language text followed by magical harp music based on the original composition. 

This traditional Christmas carol is often referred to as 'The Huron Carol' or 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime'. A Jesuit missionary in Canada adapted an old 16th-century French tune into a Christmas carol, adding words in the local Huron language, which he taught to the Indians where he was based. This recording offers a reading of the English-language text followed by magical harp music based on the original composition.

'Ding Dong Merrily on High' is a traditional Christmas carol based on French dance music. Lyrics were written by the English composer George Ratcliffe Woodward, who had an interest in church bell ringing, which is the subject of the carol. The tune itself is a much older one which was originally recorded in the 16th century by Jehan Tabourot in his study of French Renaissance social dance called Orchésographie. This recording offers a reading of the English-language lyrics followed by magical harp music based on the original melody composition.

'O Christmas Tree', or ' O Tannenbaum', is one of the most famous German traditional songs about Christmas trees. It was written by the organist and teacher Ernst Anschutz, who was based in Leipzig. He used an old folk melody called 'Lauriger Horatius' for his carol. The same melody was also used for other songs including 'Maryland, My Maryland', the official state song of the US state. This recording offers a reading of the English-language lyrics followed by magical harp music based on an original Christmas carol melody. 

This traditional Christmas carol is also known as 'The Basque Carol' or simply as 'Gabriel's Message'. It tells a story of Jesus' birth. Charles Bordes composed the tune while researching traditional Basque music. He published several of these traditional songs, and some were popularised elsewhere in Europe. This recording offers a reading of the English-language text followed by magical harp music based on original composition.

There’s nothing quite like sitting by a cosy fire, gazing into the vast expanse of night sky. This recording will transport you to that magical place by the campfire, with open skies right above you. Hearing that distinctive crackling sound of campfire really can help you relax. Campfire played a crucial role in human evolution, providing both comfort and shelter from wild animals. Recent research further showed the calming effects of campfire sounds through reduction of blood pressure when hearing the crackling sounds of campfire alone.

The warmth of a crackling campfire and melodious songs of deep forest birds provide a rich ambience for meditation or relaxation ritual. Fire, forest and birds each possess unique holistic properties aiding in harmonious flow of energy. This audio recording offers continuous campfire crackling against a natural background of wild birdsong in deep forest. 

Fire played an important role in human evolutionary history. Warm light, crackling sounds and a distinctive smell of campfire illuminate dark places, extend our day, provide heat and ward off predators. With this recording the benefits of crackling campfire are added to the gentle ocean waves and coastal birdsong, another holistic sound so familiar to life on our planet. This audio recording offers continuous campfire crackling against a natural background of ocean waves and coastal birds.

Audio recording of intimate natural sounds from Paradise Island. Gentle bubbles of rolling ocean waters, tropical birds singing, gentle breeze and tropical plants and trees all participate in this delicate celebration of life. A detailed and rich ambient background for meditation, relaxation or deep sleep.

This recording will transport you to the blue lagoon to experience endless moments of bliss and tranquillity. Gentle ocean waves will hug you with their relaxing rhythmical patterns. Birds of paradise will sing around you. Refreshing marine air will surround you and allow you to forget about the hassle of daily stress. This recording features continuous sounds of gentle ocean waves recorded around the blue lagoon and tropical birdsong accompanying rolling bubbles in ocean waters.

It is the depth and relaxation in sleep that counts. This audio track will help you engage in meditation before falling to sleep, as during sleep the man leaves the physical form and goes to superphysical planes, and it is the last train of thought in your mind that determines and conforms you to the special superphysical influence you are to obtain. The physical benefits too shall be great. You will feel more rested in this way, and your sleep will be sounder and more refreshing than otherwise.

Imagine walking along a beautiful mountain stream. You can hear birds singing as the stream rushes by. Light waves of fresh air are cooling your face, and the sun warms your back as you keep walking. In the distance you see a beautiful waterfall. You start walking towards this waterfall and feel the mist on your face and hands as you approach it. You can now see the water bounce off the rocks and bubbles of air large and small pop.

This visualisation technique will be useful to prepare your mind for rest and sleep. It helps remove such obstacles as upset and anxiety, creating a sense of clarity and safety in the mind. Shifting from worry to calm will improve sleep.

Birdsong relaxes physically and stimulates cognitively at the same time. People find birdsong relaxing and reassuring because over thousands of years, they have learnt when the birds sing they are safe. This natural soundscape is productivity boosting and can be used at work to help focus, improve cognition and reduce tiredness. Gentle birdsong also masks unwanted background noise, hum, and conversation, which will help with reduction of tension and stress.

The Key West quail-dove was discovered on Key West, and that is how the bird received its name. Today this bird is only a rare visitor to Florida from islands in the Caribbean. It walks under very dense cover and is often difficult to find even where it is common. This audio recording features Key West quail birdsong in its natural habitat together with other birds of tropical islands.

Indian mynah is a small starling bird native to Asia. Mynah is fairly energetic in its lifestyle and vocalisations. They often can be seen in large groups around trees. Their natural habitat increased dramatically in recent years. From their traditional Asian terrain, they migrated to many tropical islands including Maldives, Seychelles, Canaries, Hawaii, St Helena and many others. Their vocalisations include croaks, squawks, chirps, clicks, whistles and even growls. This recording offers a chorus of these energetic birds from one of the tropical islands. This is a fairly busy and energetic birdsong.

Morning birdsong is both gentle and empowering. As birds and insects wake up in the bright rays of sunshine, they start their morning song. This morning song wakes and acts as warmup for all those wild creatures. Flatlands and grasslands provide habitat for many birds and insects. You can experience their morning chorus in this recording containing a variety of birds and ground insects. 

 Seaside and the sounds of ocean waves is one of the most relaxing experiences. Memories of holidays suddenly become alive and that perfect evening just after sunset when crickets start their gentle tunes. This audio recording features both those enigmatic ocean waves and relaxing evening song of seashore crickets. 

The coyote is smaller than its close relative the gray wolf and slightly smaller than the closely related eastern wolf and red wolf. The coyote holds title of being the most vocal of all wild North American mammals. Both strength and range of vocalizations are among the most complex among such animals. The familiar coyote howl is also known as its greeting song, which forms part of the final act of a complex greeting ceremony. It is the most iconic sound of the coyote.