JAMI SIEBER: Hidden Sky

Jami Sieber

Hidden Sky

© 2004 Jami Sieber (669255101025)

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Lush and haunting musical landscapes, blending contemporary electric and indigenous acoustic instrument. She plays electric and acoustic cello with a passion that translates into soul-baring poetry.

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Jami Sieber plays music on electric and acoustic cello with a passion that translates into soul-baring poetry. She not only enlarges the vocabulary of the cello by employing signal processing and various performance techniques; she then transforms the sounds into music that is evocative and memorable. She explores the breadth of her instrument creating sounds never before associated with the cello.

Jami Sieber’s CD, Hidden Sky, is an evocative and prayerful invocation of a numinous world where the differences that seem to segregate species, cultures and creeds are returned to unity. Born of her profound meeting with the elephants in Thailand and the musical language that joined them, this ground-breaking CD opens a rare window onto an inner landscape that sings with reverence, joy and beauty. This is music that will open the heart, defy the mind, and, at times, set the body dancing. From haunting elegy to rhythmic celebration, this visionary exploration is an interspecies communion that touches the soul in a way that is unique, yet deeply remembered.

In 2001, Jami Sieber was invited to Thailand to meet and play music with the Thai Elephant Orchestra. There she met Phong, the young elephant who played a xylophone (renat) and kissed her on the cheek with his trunk, and Prathida the drummer whose trunk followed the movement of the bow as Jami played. With them and the rest of the Elephant Orchestra, she experienced a mystical collaboration that awakened her to the inherent connection underlying all that appears separate. For in the midst of the sheer joy that permeates life with the elephants, one must live with the constant grief of their captivity and possible extinction. Hidden Sky is a devotional portrait that embodies both.

Hidden Sky is a twelve-part musical journey that is stylistically expansive. It flourishes with a poetry of tranquility, mystery and exotic beauty. From the reverential “Maenam” which opens the CD, through the playful pizzicato of “Red Moon” and the sublime poetry of “Mandlovu Mind,” to the rhythmic exuberance of the title track, this music is ceremony and praise, song and celebration. Hidden Sky is an opening into a world beyond the ordinary. It will carry the listener to a place where healing and transformation occur, where true compassion for others and for oneself becomes possible.

Special guest artists include: Nancy Wilson (Heart), Benjy Wertheimer (Krishna Das), Rhiannon (Bobby McFerrins Voicestra), Hans Teuber (Ani Difranco), Eyvind Kang (Bill Frisell), Rick Lazar (Loreena McKennet), don Benedictson, Rick Heizman and Ya Elah (Kitka).

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  • Blissful Spirituality
    author: Neil Dickie

    There are two things I love about jami sieber: 1) her virtuosity on the electric cello--absolutely lovely sound--and that of her collaborators; 2) her joyous spirituality, which fills her music with an exhilarating sense of freedom, and with joy, a great depth of joy that combines the profound peace and great celebration. I feel both moved and very happyp whenever I listen to it.

  • Moving, calming...
    author: Kari Magnuson

    The energy that permeates the music and information about how it came to be feels so good, so calming and moving. Thank you for sharing this amazing project! I would love to someday take part in one of your tours.

  • Soothing, haunting
    author: Bill Wohler

    It's cool that elephants played some of the pieces, and I appreciate that Jami shared her experience with us through this CD. I especially like the interplay between the vocals and the cello on the title track.

  • The true meaning of leaving you breathless
    author: D Jones

    This CD sounds like meditation feels. You are here, but you are there also. The only CD I've literally worn out & had to replace. Yes - HAD TO! No way to go through the days without it.

  • Loved the CD and would not even have known about it until a cousin from Switzerl
    author: Ruth Percival

    I play the CD every evening. It is wonderful!

  • I love this CD - perfect massage music
    author: mary woodbury

    I heard this CD at massage school & bought it immediately. It is perfect & real music, not synthesizer & not schlocky "massage music" which I hate. Just lovely, encourages relaxation with awareness.

  • author: James Wells

    "Hidden Sky" is a collection of music from and for the soul. Engaging, healing, and warm, it's a CD that moved me deeply. Thank you to Jami!

  • Deeply moving
    author: erin

    The soul of our elephants here in Thailand resonates through each note of Jamie Sieber's music. Her sounds and rhythms express Thailand itself, simultaneously full of legacy and longing.

  • Melodic sounds wisp me away as I ride my equine partner. I feel in harmoney wi
    author: Kris Van Roo

    This CD is wonderful to listen to as I ride my equine partners. It is flowing and comforting as I melt into the rythem of my horse's movement. I feel the elephants soulful existance and it is with respect that I use this CD to transfer that feeling to my own four legged soulful wonders.

  • I loved the communion between Jamie and the elephants, brilliant CD
    author: rosemary dyke

    I am a Buddhist and I appreciate this aknowledge of the kinship of all life. i love the cello and I find this CD brilliant and meditative. The words are from a quiet heart. I play it continuously.

  • Truly extraordinary.
    author: Robyn Johnson

    Soulful, beautiful music. I've never experienced anything like the creations on this CD!

  • Beautiful, moving, inspiring
    author: cat_s

    This is an extraordinary album, rich, exotic, yet simple and from the heart.

  • I LOVE this CD! I play it over and over, and haven't grown tired of it. Jami Sieber's combination of interesting rhythms, amazing lyrics, and connection to spirit make this music special.

  • Thankyou
    author: www.isleartisan.com

    That must have been a moving experience making this CD with the Elephants and local people. Thankyou for creating this piece. David Blad

  • Jami Sieber is it.
    author: Lou Benson

    This is one of my favorite CDs of all time. I'm a massage therapist, and I play it while I work often. Many of my clients have HAD to order a copy for themselves. An incredibly beautiful and moving work.

  • author: Nicholas

    Absolutely fantastic sounds, great for relaxation, shed the stress after work with it. "Thanks for your creativity"

  • Blissful, Centering, and Beautiful
    author: Paula G

    Jami has outdone herself with this CD. Musically it is impeccable and moving. The collaboration with the Elephant Orchestra is amazing and mesmerizing. A great CD to listen to for yoga, meditation, chilling out, or just plain enjoyment......

  • Peaceful...sublime
    author: Kathleen Ann Bianco

    An absolutely peaceful piece of music that brings you close to the Earth and to what is offered there....close your eyes and picture yourself anywhere on Earth, close to nature.

  • An amazing encounter with nature, music, and a friend
    author: David Biviano

    This CD is an amazing mystical encounter with Elephants, electric cello, and a friend, whom I first heard live in 1990. I had never heard an electric cello before, and now, after 15 years, I have discovered a wonderful CD that touches and soothes my spirit. Thank you!

  • Extrodinary: peaceful, and joyous and raucously soulsplitting
    author: Gloria at Whitewings Farm

    It just doesn't get too much better.......the music is beatiful, extrodinarily peaceful, and then suddenly bursting at the seams with joy......when the elephants play along it's heart stopping. I loved it. Thankyou. Gloria at Whitewings Farm.

  • Enchanting
    author: Chris M.

    What a wonderful musical experience! The bonus video track is not to be missed.

  • Educational, enjoyable
    author: Cathy Farrar

    I learned about elephants in Thailand and how one could connect with one's hearts desires and resultant music. I bought it because I like the sounds, but also to support the elephants and Jami's connection with them (and now mine).

  • Wonderful heartfelt music. I use it for massage and it's beautiful!
    author: Karen Cappa

    This CD is so soulful and serene. I use it in my massage practice and have had clients comment on how beautiful the music is. It is peaceful, sad, soulful and lovely. I look forward to buying more of Jami's work soon.

  • deepening gratitude to Jami for another soulful musical odyssey
    author: Edward Rockett
  • Perfect for yoga, centering and peaceful!
    author: raz
  • Magical and Healing
    author: Mayr Makenna

    Buy this CD for yourself, then buy one for all your friends. Beautiful, haunting, healing...

  • Beautiful CD!
    author: DM Woolston

    Love the cover art and the included video. Most of all, love the gorgeous music...it's calming, meditative, joyful, transcendent. Plan to use this CD in healing sessions.

  • Another Masterpiece
    author: Lorraine, Edinburgh, Scotland

    Another beautiful CD from Jami Sieber. Stunning musical arrangements from start to finish. There is something quite magical about the contribution by the Thai Elephant Orchestra. Highly recommended.

  • Fantastic!
    author: Mayr Makenna

    This CD is a masterpiece of cello sounds, along with the wonderful Thai Elephant Orchestra in the background. Jami Sieber's creation is meditative and soothing. I highly recommend it!

  • unbelievable...music is awesome..buy it...you wont be sorry
    author: gaye levine

    i am a cellist myself so im not easy to impress...this is an unbelievable cd from an extremely talented musician..i havent taken it out of my cd player...get it..you ll love it!

  • kick back and relax!
    author: Linq

    Put your feet up, close your eyes, and take an hour off from your hectic life. Jami will take you to a place that you've never been.

  • genius
    author: Lis Brook

    Brilliant CD. The electric cello has a sound like a vibrating soul, deep, expansive, soaring. The video with the elephant orchestra is amazing. It makes you want to dance, sing, cry.

  • A Beautiful, Haunting and Lyrical Musical Journey
    author: Jeff Hutner, Editor, New Paradigm Digest

    On a recent trip to Thailand, Jami encountered the Thai Elephant Orchestra (TEO) and recorded several tracks with them. Jami's lush sonic landscapes touch and open the heart and lead the listener on a spacious journey of musical relaxation and joy. The CD includes amazing footage of Jami playing with the TEO. Jami's wonderful introspective and impressionistic Hidden Sky would make a great addition to your collection.

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