Astroshamanic Basic Ritual CD

ASTROSHAMANIC BASIC RITUAL - CD

Astroshamanic Basic Ritual is the first CD of a brand new series titled Healing Sounds from the Findhorn Sacred Cone Circle. This series employs sound as a bona fide holistic medicine aimed at breaking the limited parameters of our separated perception and navigating in the unknown with unbending healing intent.

The ambitious proposition of Healing Sounds from the Findhorn Sacred Cone Circle is to fully encompass the key principles of the Findhorn Foundation, as a mystery school, and its astroshamanic emanation, the Sacred Cone Circle, through the creation of a complete sound healing project. Being in, and acting from, a space of deep inner listening and connection with the web of life, co-creation with the intelligence of nature and service to the planet constitute the primary reference of this series of CDs, together with the intention to move beyond the limits of conditioned behavioural patterns and pragmatically investigate the hidden mysteries of our existence.

As part of this project we intend to cover the entire spectrum of our interaction with nature, both inner and outer, as it is represented by the astroshamanic cosmology of the sacred circle and the traditional esoteric configuration of the elements and zodiac templates. The first CD of this series is titled Astroshamanic Basic Ritual and is associated with the centre or core matrix of the sacred circle. Further CDs will be devoted to each of the four elements (Fire, Earth, Water, Air) and to other features of the sacred circle.

All CDs in this series are specifically produced for shamanic healing and energy work, as described in Franco Santoro’s astroshamanic literature. The sounds support deep relaxation and access to expanded states of consciousness, encouraging the vitalisation and harmonisation of the subtle energy centres of the body and environment. This process aims to stimulate the release of grievances, toxins and blocked patterns, paving the way for deep transformational processes.

.These CDs can also be used to support a wider range of healing practices, according to one’s guidance or spiritual path and tradition. These include: shamanic journeying and trance dance, bodywork and massage, astroshamanic touch, active and still meditations, healing rituals and prayer.

The basis for the structure of these CDs is taken from the classic astroshamanic ceremony of the Basic Ritual of the Sacred Cone. The first CD of the series, Astroshamanic Basic Ritual, is meant to exemplify the core essence of this ceremony, and represents a vital starting point before moving on to more specialised work, and also a regular return point.

Astroshamanic Basic Ritual includes three tracks, one for each stage of the Ritual, and corresponding to three traditional shamanic realms (Higher, Lower and Middle World) and astrological references (Sun, Moon and Ascendant), as they are reflected in all aspects of life, including our physical and energy body, where they relate to the head, abdomen and heart. The practice of the ritual also involves connecting, physically or through meditation, with three of the 12 sectors, or zodiac signs, of the astroshamanic circle.

The first stage focuses on the Intention and aims to acknowledge our current goals in life, while also opening up to our true soul’s purpose and the multidimensional intention, which is the highest purpose that lies beyond our ordinary awareness of who we are. This stage also involves calling your spirit guide or ally, and setting up the foundations through which you can experience their unconditional presence, love and power. The sound is extremely empowering, aimed at enhancing focus, clarity and unbending intention.

The second stage is the phase of Release, when energies within and around us, which we may at times experience as grievances and blocks, are drawn and recycled into compost aimed at reinforcing our Intention, and the connection with our spirit guide or deities. Luminously mixed and articulated, the sound reaches deep within the body, encouraging profound transformational processes.

The third stage involves Healing and aims to integrate the previous stages into one harmonious whole, establishing a much deeper relationship with your spirit guide or ally. This is the stage of entrance into the mystery and total surrender to your guidance and profound inner knowing. The sound is here designed to vibrate in alignment with the human heart, restoring harmony and supporting a spontaneous inner silence.

Astroshamanic Basic Ritual is the first production of Franco Santoro & Max Mattoni, a duo created almost two years ago. The CD will be released on the Spring Equinox, on 21 March 2009. The next CD will be devoted to the element of Fire and Spring, with first recordings starting with the forthcoming New Moon in Aries. Further CDs will be dedicated to the element of Earth, Water and Air.

The CD “Astroshamanic Basic Ritual” is available at £ 15.95, or Euro 17.95, and can be ordered at info@astroshamanism.org