Album Notes

Shannon’s music evokes the desire to create. By using the art of sound, the listener’s mind is opened to explore new worlds of meditation, mystery and imagination. Shannon has immersed himself in the field of sound and music for over a decade, developing his talents in composition, arrangement, sound design and music production. As a musician, Shannon plays the Array Mbira, kalimba, flute and keyboard and has developed a special talent and interest in overtone singing and vocal improvisation.

In 1997, Shannon became resident artist and composer at the Bureau of Arts and Culture in Los Angeles. There he began to explore the relationship between visual art, sound and music creating original compositions for art exhibitions Shannon’s residency at the bureau also led to the creation of the OPEN DOOR ORCHESTRA a revolving ensemble of players from around the world.