Monthly Archives: August 2009

Visiting with the Inland Empire Flute Circle

It was a hot summer day in the desert east of Los Angeles. The dry heat in Cherry Valley held at about 106F, and made the flutes hot to the touch. This is a passionate group of Native American flute … Continue reading

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Under the Influence of Peruvian Sound-Healer, Tito LaRosa

I continue to find myself re-living the intimate talk made by Tito LaRosa, gifted Peruvian sound-healer in Malibu, CA in June of this year (2009).  Tito reminded his audience that what he was about to do was by no means … Continue reading

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Using the Bansuri (Indian Bamboo Flute)

I have decided to reclaim my embouchure (the facial muscles required to play a wind instrument) which I have let go since playing the trumpet in grade school. The resurrection will be accomplished with an Indian Bansuri, a marvelous instrument … Continue reading

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Recording the Surf at Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur CA

I took the digital recorder down to Pfeiffer Beach to record the surf.  The sounds are different here than at Paradise Cove in Malibu.  In Malibu, the surf is distinct and crashes generally from right to left.  Here at Pfeiffer, … Continue reading

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Back to Pfeiffer State Beach

My previous post regarding Pfeiffer State Beach in Big Sur, CA (31Jul09)  shows it I believe on a typical day.  This morning however, was somehow special.  The absense of the morning fog and the stillness of the air are two … Continue reading

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More Craniosacral Work in Big Sur

An ideal location to do advanced studies in craniosacral work.  Here in Big Sur, the work is profound.   We endeavor to reach the healing abilities that we all share. I find that this work has a direct effect on the … Continue reading

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