Buddy Comfort - Brother Sun, Sister Moon

REVIEWS: BUDDY COMFORT Brother Sun, Sister Moon This gentle, sweet music brings to mind scenes from the movie of the same title. Inspired by the life of St. Francis of Assisi, the movie was beautifully embellished with a soundtrack sung and composed by Donovan. On This Lovely Day, Stone By Stone and the title song are beautifully reborn here with Comfort's honey-warm, eloquently expressive voice. The theme of the spirit of St. Francis permeates thealbum in a very universal way, appropriate to our times when the need for spiritual revival through reunification with nature is obvious. 'Brother Sun, Sister Moon/ I now do see you/ I can hear your tune/ So much in love with all that I survey.' A traditional Shaker hymn, What Wondrous Love is This, gets new life with cosmic elongated echoes and deep slow notes, the vocal sounds suggestive of a large cave. Comfort's own compositions are excellent and on par with his righteous selections. Love Is The Night and I Love My Life are melodic mantras beckoning to be sung as a prayer for transformation, and powerful in their essential affirmative nature. The more complex St. Francis and the Eagle inspired by Comfort's trip to Assisi, Italy, resonates with a universal spirit of oneness with all; 'I am imprisoned here in earthbound flesh and bone/ Have no wings to follow you/ Must remain here alone.' It's difficult to over praise Comfort's warm, expressive flowing voice, always easy to understand, always conveying with nuance of phrase and intonation a powerful connection, a great caring; it's the kind of singing that includes the listener in a loving universe. It can bring a catharsis of emotion, a great desire to sing along, to know the reality of transcendent love. Great for relaxing, singing along (lyrics included), lullaby time for the whole family. Recommended. TECH NOTES: Excellent vocals and recording. Cello, violin, Celtic harp, guitar, synth. Beautiful accompaniments. Other titles: Prayer of St. Francis. Heartsong Review by Acacia ----- Brother Sun, Sister Moon (Tellurian Records) by Buddy Comfort Intimate Balance - Music that lifts our hearts is a touchstone for intimacy with ourselves, gifting us with self-knowledge that can be shared with others Humankind is torn between the need for love, fellowship,and intimacy and the fear of rejection, commitment, and loss. Being open and intimate with another, as well as with ourselves, is the bravest thing we can do. Finding the strength to recognize and appreciate one's inner being, then sharing this joyful discovery with others, leads to reciprocity and true companionship. Music is a tool that can help us develop this intimacy. Music invites us to close our eyes, relax, and spend some quality time with ourselves. At worst, we will receiveabout an hour's worth of entertainment; at best, we will get to journey deep within our souls, permitting the music to touch buried emotions and liberate both fantasy and memory. Music that lifts our hearts is a touchstone for intimacy with ourselves, gifting us with self-knowledge that can be shared with others. I heartily encourage you to listen to the music reviewed here with your lover, spouse, children, friends, family, or even a stranger. Sit comfortably and let the sounds and sights guide you to the commonality that all life shares, found inside your own heart, and recognize the other as yourself. Brother Sun, Sister Moon by Buddy Comfort is one of the best new age vocal albums released, both in intent and performance. Guitarist/vocalist Comfort is committed to the use of song as a vehicle for world peace. His soothing voice and simple arrangements encourage participation, particularly on the three instantly recognizable (and still appealing) Donovan songs from the unforgettably beautiful Zefferelli film of the same name. Comfort's original compositions are just as memorable; their gentle spirituality and reverent warmth have universal appeal. Yoga Journal By P J Birosek ----- BUDDY COMFORT 'Brother Sun, Sister Moon' Years ago, Buddy Comfort was one of the leading voices of New Age songwriter. His tapes were heard on Music From the Hearts of Space. Now 10+ years later, his classic title, 'Brother Sun, Sister Moon' is finally on CD. Buddy's soothing, gorgeous voice and depth of his expression ring through with as much impact as a decade ago. Taking as it's inspiration three songs from the movie of the same name (whose soundtrack was never released or viable), these songs, originally written and sung by Donovan, are more timely and appropriate than ever. Also on the CD is 'Prayer of St. Francis', and original songs like 'Love is the Night: and 'St. Francis and the Eagle.' The title song includes the rich cello of David Darling plus Scottish fidler, Alasdair Fraser. The message is universal in it's appeal and 'focuses on the love reflected through the beauty of nature and human beings who dwell upon the earth seeking a relationship with their creator'. Heartbeats Catalog and Backroads Music Common Ground Spring 2002 By Lloyd Barde ------ 'The world is full of sounds--some cacophonous, some beautiful. Sound is the most subtle and powerful energy form known to us in this dimension. Music is a precious gift. The Muse should be approached and embraced with love. Every sound we make creates a new universe of itself, perhaps brief to us, but eternal to those within it. The sound vibrations around and within us have the potential for harm or help, destruction or creation, dissipation or renewal. It is upon the healing aspect of music that I focus.' - Buddy Comfort Is committed to the use of song as a form of communion and a vehicle for world peace. Composer, songwriter and recording artist, Buddy provides a soothing and nurturing environment for the opening of the Heart through songs of love and nature.' ' I feel such a soothing healing quality in your voice and the music. You are truly gifted, and I hope that you will continue to share and multiply your work so that it can touch many who I know will appreciate and be healed by it' ---Alan Cohen 'I have one recording I play over and over. Thank-you for your beauty!' ---Sola Mt. Shasta, CA 'The only way we can hope to describe Buddy is to wax somewhat poetic. He is a paradox...an alchemical balladeer whose voice glows with the golden warmth of the sun and silver serenity of moonlight. His vision embraces the majesty of the Earth and the mystery of the Cosmos. He weaves inner and outer space into a tapestry of unity. With the magic of mythical Merlin he heralds the dawn of a new age, touching and healing body, mind, and spirit with love and reverence for all creation. With sublime lyrical sound he reminds us of that which we truly know in the depths of silence.' ---Wil Noffke New Horizons Radio Shared Visions Berkeley, CA 'A man with a gorgeous voice and musical talent.' ---Pacific Sun Buddy Comfort performs original songs with themes inspired by love and nature. He sings and accompanies himself on guitar as well as piano, hurdy gurdy and zither. Specializing in music where beauty, tranquility and joy are the essence Buddy Comfort can provide a personal musical experience for: Private Music and Sound Healing Sessions, Wedding Ceremonies performed with heartfelt depth and beauty,. Spiritual Services Workshops, Retreats and Convocations. Music for Special Celebrations of Life. Cosmic folksinger and songwriter BUDDY COMFORT, SINGER, SONGWRITER, PERFORMER AND RECORDING ARTIST - KNOWN TO MANY AS RETREAT MUSICIAN FOR THE CALIFORNIA SCHOOL OF HERBAL STUDIES, HE PERFORMED AT THE FIRST KATE WOLF RETROSPECTIVE CONCERT AT CASWELL VINEYARDS. THE MAN WITH THE RICH AND VELVET VOICE DESCRIBED BY THE PACIFIC SUN AS A 'MAN WITH A GORGEOUS VOICE AND MUSICAL TALENT'. HAS PERFORMED THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA, AS WELL AS CANADA, GLASTONBURY,ENGLAND AND ASSISSI, ITALY. HAS SHARED THE BILL WITH SUCH DIVERSE MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS AS WILLIAM ACKERMAN (WINDHAM HILL RECORDS), STEVEN KINDLER, DANIEL KOLBIAKA, STEVE