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There is a special kind of music that transports our spirits to places beyond the physical, above the hustle and hurry of everyday life.

The melodies of the soul exist in this serene and gentle realm. As you listen to Journey Into Light, Transcendence, In the Company of Angels, or Heart of Love, your spirit hears the echo of its own voice. And it smiles.

At that moment, your body releases the tension that has held you too firmly to the earth. Your mind quiets and allows you to float free. Doing is soon left behind as being who you truly are becomes all that matters.

It sounds like heaven, doesn't it? Imagine being able to tap into this power to simply BE whenever you wish. It is possible. Combine the inspiration of angelic music with the powerful transformative energy of meditation and other relaxation techniques and you can release the power of spirit that lies within each of us.

Relaxation

Many techniques and systems exist, all designed to help us relax and escape from the pressures of everyday living. The more hectic our lives become, the more necessary these practices will be. Popular methods for achieving beneficial relaxation include guided imagery, visualization, self-hypnosis, yoga, controlled breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and meditation.

All of these can, when used properly, promote relaxation. But they do require attention and effort. Listening to serene and uplifting music is an almost effortless way to encourage a relaxed state of mind and body. Whether you combine soothing sounds with other forms of relaxation or simply play a CD in the background while you work or read, your mind and body will respond with a release of tension.

Meditation

Many people find that the most effective and inspiring method of relaxtion is meditation. This process of focused awarness or contemplation has been described as the "inner silence," an interlude that refreshes and renews us on many levels. We meditate for a variety of reasons, including spiritual development, self improvement, and healing. One of the goals is, typically, a sense of profound tranquility. Meditation music can help us reach that peaceful state more easily by providing a gentle pathway to the inner self. Floating on a sea of soothing sounds, the concerns of the day drift away and leave you free to find your truth.

Performing artist, composer, and song writer Robin Miller has surrounded himself with music since he was a child. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, he began playing the guitar at age 7, put together his first band at age 14, and composed and recorded his first album by the time he was 18.

Robin has recorded albums with various artists for labels such as A&M, MCA, and RCA. Proficient on guitar, keyboards, bass, and mandolin, Robin loves to incorporate his versatility through rock & roll, blues, new age, and many other types of music.

In 1993, Robin received the prestigious Arizona Entertainment Award for New Age Artist of the Year. In 1995, Robin perf ormed on the NBC nationally syndicated talk show, THE OTHER SIDE. Other performances included shows with well-known celebrities such as medium and healer James Van Praagh, who has been seen on LARRY KING LIVE, OPRAH, UNSOLVED MYSTERIES, etc., and who now uses Robin's music on several of his meditation tapes. Robin has also appeared with world-renowned psychic Sylvia Browne and toured with her for two years. Sylvia has said that "Robin's music comes directly from the angels."

Robin receives airplay on cable radio and FM stations across the USA and Canada and musical streaming through DMX and MUZAK satellite channels.

Currently living in Sedona, Arizona, he is continuously creating new music and performing locally. Robin is available for concerts, tours, group functions, and seminars. See below for more information.

Many massage therapists have found music to be an important part of the massage experience, both for themselves and for their clients. Soothing sounds offer an ambience that enhances the relaxation and healing processes that massage therapy provides.

Robin Miller's inspirational CDs carry the perfect blend of harmony and tone to promote relaxation, healing, and a sense of well-being. Listen to clips from

Magical Spheres,

Celestial Bridges,

Journey Into Light,

Transcendence,

In the Company of Angels,

and Heart of Love

to experience the healing sounds for yourself.

Massage Therapy and Music Therapy to Reduce Anxiety

Several studies have shown that anxiety before surgery (due to fear of pain or complications) can cause an increase in harmful stress hormones, which may lead to slower wound healing, malnutrition, a weakened immune system, and the malfunction of cardiac and digestive systems. Other studies have addressed interventions such as massage therapy and music therapy that can decrease anxiety. The results show that both massage and music therapy can alleviate pre-surgical anxiety in many patients.

If massage and music can reduce anxiety in surgical settings where patients may be under extreme stress, the combination of the two therapies for individuals experiencing everyday stress should provide significant long-term health benefits.

Massage Therapy and Music Therapy to Alleviate Depression

Clinical research studies have demonstrated that massage therapy and music therapy have the ability to alter brain patterns, which helps reduce depression. Armed with this knowledge, researchers at Florida Atlantic University launched a study to learn why these therapies work.

The study monitored brain activity in 30 teenagers diagnosed with depression. Fourteen were given massage therapy and 16 underwent music therapy. EEG asymmetry is associated with negative emotions and depression, so EEG levels were measured before, during, and after each therapy session.

The results showed a significant improvement in the frontal EEG asymmetry both during and after the therapy sessions. They concluded that massage therapy and music therapy have positive effects on brain activity.

If massage therapy and music therapy work so well to alleviate depression when used alone, combining the two therapies is likely to provide even greater benefits.