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The tune of this traditional Christmas carol is also known by its Latin name, 'Adeste Fideles'. John Francis Wade was one of the first to include it within his publications, but it is quite possible that the lyrics and tune date from earlier times. Arrangements of this tune also exist in compositions of Franz Liszt. This recording offers reading of the English-language lyrics followed by magical harp music based on original Christmas carol melody.

A collection of 10 iconic Christmas carols. This recording offers reading of the English-language lyrics followed by magical harp music based on original Christmas carol melodies.

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.

'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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Crickets are truly magical creatures. Not only is their iconic chirping often a pleasant evening song during warm mellow summer nights in the country, but in many cultures crickets are associated with good luck, hope and even wealth. Crickets are beloved in Japan, especially for their musical songs. In Brazil, some species are considered to be signs of hope or incoming wealth. Charles Dickens wrote a tale called The Cricket on the Hearth that featured a cricket acting as a household's guardian angel. This recording features gentle cricket chirping accompanying various birds of wild grasslands. 

Close to Me includes a reading of the eponymous prayer followed by magical harp music based on an original composition of Johann Sebastian Bach, a devout Christian and gifted composer and musician. The Bach composition includes: Prelude in D major BWV 935 adapted for harp and performed by Greg Cetus.

This recording features continuous sounds of rainfall with faint birdsong and gentle forest rustle. This recording will set a perfect background for relaxation, meditation or quiet office work.

This beautiful soundscape of smooth ocean waves was recorded on the shores of Goa, coastal region of India known for its beautiful beaches, places of worship and world heritage flora and fauna. These smooth waves are perfect for physical and spiritual relaxation, meditation or deep sleep or as a natural soundscape for visualisations aimed at stress reduction.

The forests of Yosemite are home for many melodious birds and forest creatures. This recording features a tranquil continuous recording of afternoon birdsong including comforting mellow owl calls and forest crickets. These birds in their natural forest setting are a perfect background for relaxation or an immediate boost of focus. Whether you need to block some external noise or need a healthy ambiance for productivity, these beautiful birds will take you to that safe space and help you with your daily tasks.

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.

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.