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The Feast of the Assumption is the primary Celebration of Saint Mary in the Catholic tradition. With some differences in belief, this holy day is also revered as the "Dormition of the Mother of God" in the Orthodox tradition. Much of this special music honors the Divine Mother specifically, while some pieces reflect upon other spiritual themes. Among the many treasures in this collection: "Seothin Seo” is an exquisite Gaelic lullaby sung by Irish diva Liz Madden; “Alleluia”, "The Cherubic Hymn" and "To Thee We Sing” are beloved pieces from the Orthodox Liturgy; "Chorale", “Serenity”, Ashana’s “Ave Maria”, "Lux Aurumque",...

One of the most sought-after ambient recordings of the era, Kevin Braheny Fortune's "Lullaby for the Hearts of Space" is available both digitally and on CD for the first time ever!The live improvisations were recorded in 1980 on the "Mighty Serge" analog synthesizer.  The title track was recorded at the KPFA studio in Berkeley, CA for "Music from the Hearts of Space" radio program.Get "Lullaby for the Hearts of Space" atHearts of Space RecordsiTunesAmazonSpotifyBandcamp

Today we celebrate Constance Demby's landmark "Novus Magnificat: Through the Stargate" with the release of the 30th Anniversary Edition. Available both digitally and as a 2-CD collection, this celebration features the original recording re-cut by the artist to eleven movements and a second disc of never-before released live recordings.Get "Novus Magnificat: Through the Stargate (30th Anniversary Edition)" atHearts of Space RecordsiTunesAmazonSpotifyBandcamp

"I had the great pleasure of sitting by Sam (and Irma Thomas) the year he won his Blues Music Award, I believe 2012, and he was such a powerful force to be around: humble and quiet with a big smile, then he stands in front of 5,000 people preaching the blues about 'Too much Jesus and not enough Whiskey' like a reverend on Sunday. I’ll never forget it."In peace and blues,Matt MarshallPublisher, American Blues Scene Magazine Have a story, photo or memory of Mighty Sam to share? Send an email to eric(at)valley-entertainment.com.