Songs of Rumi

Editorial Reviews
New Age Voice, May 2002
Really fresh...ecstatic and vigorous

Marianne Williamson
Soul-stirring music, timely and timeless

Album Description
Rumi is the most beloved poet in the history of Sufism, he mystical form if Islam. New translations by Coleman Barks and others have made him the most-read poet in America today. This unique song collections sets these timely and timeless words to uplifting and contemplative music.

Songs of Rumi

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Sophisticated mysticism
Delightful music inspired by Rumi's enlightened poetry
Deeply Spiritual World Music, Singing the Heart of Rumi's Poetry
Too sweet
Wonderful - Can't Stop Listening!

When Days Have No Nights (The Songs of Rumi Music by Mischa)
Mischa Rutenberg
Manufacturer: MorPrem
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Love Poems of Rumi

ASIN: B00004T0XA
Release Date: 2000-04-04

Tracks:

Without You
Gently Sweetly
Until I Call His Name
Avoid This Alley
Adam's Heart
Our Days Have No Nights
Circle Turn And Spin
To Find The Beloved
Suddenly Through My Door
Ask Me Why I Cry
Like A MArble Of Love
Mad For Your Love
Tavern Of Love

Album Description

The poetry of beloved 13th century mystic....Rumi.. newly translated and sung with contemporary lyric and music.

Blending eastern and western orchestration in a wide variety of styles. One is even in Spanish. Many of the songs also contain readings of the original in Persian and in English.

Very evocative melodies.....exotic rhythms.......full of devotion, joy, and longing.

Customer Reviews:

Sophisticated mysticism.......2007-02-23

So often, spiritually-themed music is simplistic or treacly or pounds you with its message. Rutenberg never falls into these traps. His music and lyrics are beautiful and heartfelt; they are also consistently interesting and sophisticated. This is a wonderful, compelling album.

Delightful music inspired by Rumi's enlightened poetry.......2007-02-16

If, as I do, you love the poetry of Rumi and other great Sufi masters this beautiful collection of songs will come as a boundless treasure of love, inspiration and magic inviting you to join Rumi on his spiritual journey. Mischa Rutenberg is not only a very talented composer and musician, he also has a voice that dispells clouds and sings directly to the heart. Listen to this album with family and friends; or play it in your car on your way to work: your day will have no nights! Although I value night as much as day - especially since many of Rumi's spritual wanderings took place under the Persian moon...

Deeply Spiritual World Music, Singing the Heart of Rumi's Poetry.......2007-01-31

I bought this album based on all the positive reviews I read. I was not disappointed! It is a fusion of world influences ranging from the Far East to Latin rhythms and melodies. The singer's voice sonorously expresses the heart of Rumi's poetry - I listen to this album when I need a smile and remember the beauty of Rumi's message. This will make a wonderful gift for fellow music and poetry lovers! Thanks!

Too sweet.......2007-01-14

This might be OK for kid's music but it seemed trite to me. I view Rumi as a mystic not a pop star.

Wonderful - Can't Stop Listening!.......2006-09-19

Even if you have never heard of the Sufi poet Rumi, you will love this album. I have been listening to it on the computer for the past two weeks while I write-and can't stop. It is truly addictive. Mischa's voice is beautiful, and the tracks are set together in such a way as to create the sense of a narrative journey - a Rumiesque operetta. Each song reflects a different musical genre and cultural influence, harmoniously integrating Cole Porter with world beat and contemporary folk and pop. My favorite tracks are "Without You" "Our Days Have No Nights" "Circle Turn and Spin" and "Like a Marble of Love," the last of which translates Rumi's words into Spanish! Lovely.

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The Soul Wakes

The Soul Wakes - Rumi In Song
Michael London
Manufacturer: LuxMusica Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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When Days Have No Nights (The Songs of Rumi Music by Mischa)

ASIN: B00021YYN6
Release Date: 2004-04-24

Tracks:

The Reed
A Thousand Robes of Wisdom
What is the Soul?
The Material World
Breathe Into Me
Refuge
Gone to the Unseen
The Ruby and the Sunrise
The Soul Wakes
Courage
The Springtime of Lovers
This is Your Home

Album Description

I am deeply touched by the poetry of Jelaluddin Rumi, a 13th century Sufi poet whose work is infused with his profound relationship with the divine. My own encounter with Rumi has been a life changing inspiration that has moved me to create music and songs with his magical words at the center. Many of these pieces came through meditation and improvisation, and were composed and refined over time. In staying true to the essence of Rumi's spirit, I wanted the music to be immediate - born in a state of flow and carrying that loving energy to others as they experience the words and music together in a new way.

In performing these songs, I've been struck by the incredible chemistry that happens. The words and music seem to be a channel for each other, the room becomes alive and all of us in it wake up. That they can connect with us so effortlessly and completely is both a testament to the translators, and to the exquisite beauty, soul and power of the work, originally written in Farsi.

I want to thank Coleman Barks, Jonathan Star and Kabir Helminski for their inspiring translations; and to Michael for his generosity in offering his exquisite illustrations. I thank Phyllis, for her hauntingly beautiful voice; Paul, for his soulful reeds; and Bob, for the wonderful serenity of his flute. I thank Jamey Reilly for his selfless guidance and beautifully attuned design; and Anne for her deeply personal photography. I thank my friends, colleagues and students for keeping me vibrant and passionate and schooling me on poetry, dance and collaboration. Above all, I thank Lisa for her loving presence, poetic soul and insistence that this music be heard. All have supported this project in ways too countless to imagine.

Customer Reviews:

The Soul Wakes.......2005-08-17