Music, is a companion to yoga that can invoke many emotions. Hearing a song or a melody can easily make us happy or sad. Thus, what we listen to when we are exercising is very important, as it effects the depth and the effectiveness of our practice. Since meditation, relaxation and stress release are all so important for our health we have selected 10 meditative albums that will provide you with a diverse collection of enjoyable and calm melodies plus a few energizing beats. Here are our favorite meditation soundtracks along with some helpful descriptions via Amazon.com.
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #1: World Yoga by Putumayo Presents
World Yoga – “Drawing on contemplative sounds from Wales to Tibet and Armenia to Uganda, this collection leads listeners to deeper relaxation and a stronger connection with life. With an engaging balance of more traditional yoga sounds mantra-based pieces with Indian elements and unexpected acoustic gems from Africa and beyond, World Yoga reflects the practice and its planetary impact and grace.”
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #2: Relax – A Liquid Mind Experience by Liquid Mind
Relax: a Liquid Mind Experience – is a wonderful relaxation music album. “At their essence, Liquid Mind recordings are slo-mo electronic symphonies created for frantic souls who yearn to take a mental float trip across their own private Sea of Tranquility.”
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #3: Ocean Waves by Joe Baker
Ocean Waves – “Digitally mastered CDs containing crisp clear nature sounds designed for deep sleep, meditation, and relaxation. Creating a natural atmosphere for sleep, yoga, the workplace, dinner time, morning coffee, driving, and for other special times in our.”
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #4: Chakra Chants by Jonathan Goldman
Buddha Bar XV – This is “an excellent fusion of international grooves and beats with an awesome chill, lounge atmosphere.” This soundtrack has a great mixture of slower and faster songs that are great for your upbeat practice but also if you are traveling.
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #5: Satori – Music for Yoga and Meditation by Riley Lee
Satori music collection for yoga and meditation is another good alternative, featuring bamboo flute music.
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #6: Meditation & Yoga – Flutes by Jessita Reyes Massage Tribe
Meditation and Yoga Flutes – “These Native American flute and nature sounds transport you to a different place. This zen & chakra healing music is the perfect soundtrack to help you get away from your daily thoughts and activities.”
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #7: Music For Healing by Steven Halpern
Music for Healing – “Recognized by Keyboard magazine as “One of the most influential artists of the past 35 years who changed the way we compose, market and listen to music,” Steven Halpern continues to set the gold standard in the healing music.”
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #8: Buddha Bar XV / Various by Claude Challe
Buddha Bar XV – This is “an excellent fusion of international grooves and beats with an awesome chill, lounge atmosphere.” This soundtrack has a great mixture of slower and faster songs that are great for your upbeat practice but also if you are traveling.
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #9: Music For Yoga by Various Artists
Music for Yoga – “This is a very good CD for relaxation and chilling out at home after a long day at the office. All seven of the recording artists who perform the 12 selections on the CD are in top form and the music varies from chants or a flute solo, to synthesized space music.”
Top Yoga & Meditation Music #10: Escapes – Music for Relaxing by Jeff Gold
Escapes music for meditation: “California native Jeff Gold is a composer/musician who creates imagery through music; images that are emotional and melodic, restorative and uplifting. He composes soulful relaxing instrumentals which have received the attention of Wellness Centers, Spas and Music Therapists for their tranquil and healing qualities.”
This collection of relaxing music can be a great addition to your playlist, whether you are a student or an instructor. Always keep in mind that the music you listen to will influence your mood. If you are leaving work and had a bad day, this type of music — specifically designed for relaxation — will help you calm down. As an instructor remember to always diversify your playlist; students are good listeners and they will appreciate new music. Most importantly, create a playlist that inspires you, because your inspiration is who you are.
Which of these is your favorite yoga and meditation music?
