ENDORPHIN RISING: AN ORATORIO TO HEALING BY MATTHEW MANNING AND ANITA RIDLEY

Endorphin Rising features the evocative violin playing and orchestral compositions by Anita Ridley together with the spoken word, overtone chanting and harmonic singing of Matthew Manning. They are joined by the haunting vocal soloist Sarah Smith and drummer Michael Holden.

This stunning new album truly fits the definition of an oratorio - a word deriving from the Latin verb orare, to pray. An oratorio typically constituted a large musical composition for orchestra, choir and soloists whilst female singers were regularly employed together with a male narrator.

Historically, oratorios dealt with sacred topics and Endorphin Rising also follows this tradition. The music and words were inspired by Matthew's vision and insights into the ancient healing ceremonies within the stone circles of Dartmoor in the Bronze Ages - the same energies channeled by healers today. Whilst much of the music is gentle and inspiring, the central movement - entitled 'The Joining', now used by Matthew during his healing demonstrations - is monumental, conveying a sense of glory, upliftment and healing. It is perfect for healing, relaxation or simply very pleasurable listening!

'Ocean of Compassion', is a requiem to the heart of healing. It features Matthew's gentle voice guiding you along pathways for healing yourself, your loved ones, the whole planet and beyond.

Each track merges seamlessly with the next to produce one extended meditation. The specially composed music by Anita Ridley features soaring orchestral strings, haunting electric and acoustic violins, gentle guitars, harmonious piano, heavenly choral voices and soft chants. They all blend in perfect unity to lead you through an emotive and heart-based journey of the senses.

Disc 2 is a solely instrumental version. You may wish to use it in your own healing group or therapy room - or simply enjoy it for your own listening pleasure.

Each disc has a total playing time of 50 minutes.

Take a journey through birth, life, death and rebirth on a path of unending love. Let your soul be moved and filled with light and joy as you are immersed in an encompassing sound-shower of stunning rhythms, voices and melodies - from the haunting 'Ezan', to the bittersweet 'Mourning Light' and the magnificent, thunderous 'Heart of Time'

Presented in Eco-friendly packaging

Matthew Manning's 'The Path to Health', 1982, set high standards: It was Matthew’s very first healing meditation and featured the hauntingly beautiful music of Robert Godfrey, classically trained keyboard player with 'The Enid'. It's also believed to be the first time music was used to back a vocal relaxation track. In 2018, Anita Ridley, in another first, sought to enhance its mood and setting, adding her own brand of sublime, soul searing violin to the original recording.

'The Path to Health' has been digitally remastered by Garrod Tucker.

'Just Relax', became Matthew's most popular recording of the 1980s, selling over 200,000 copies in its original format. Combining Matthew's voice and the sounds of nature and set on a spring morning, so many have enjoyed its simplicity. Lasting just thirteen minutes, it makes for perfect listening at the beginning of a brand new day. His favourite recording of that decade was 'The Miracle of Love', 1987, again working with the inimitable Robert Godfrey. It features simply inspirational orchestral music: a spontaneous recording, nothing added nor removed.

In 2018, the multi talented Anita Ridley added her own very special brand of magic to Matthew's spoken word recordings: 'The Path to Health' and 'The Miracle of Love' to spellbinding effect. The viewer sets out on an expansive journey, during which stunning images and effects are woven: Matthew's meditations are taken to new spiritual heights! You can see images unravel of magical gardens, sultry seascapes and take a ride through the universe whilst sampling the special energy for which Matthew has become so well known.

Whether you are a healer or seeking self help, you are sure to benefit from the enhancements to these recordings.

Includes two bonus videos: Matthew Manning's Healing Circles, filmed and produced by Finn Wheater, featuring a track from 'In Unity' by Tim Wheater. 'The Healing Intent Workshop', produced by Anita Ridley, featuring a track from 'Heartlands' by Tim Wheater.

DISC ONE CD

1. Just Relax 13.21
2. The Path to Health 19.38
3. The Miracle of Love 20.15

DISC TWO DVD

1. The Path to Health 19.38
2. The Miracle of Love 20.15
3. Healing Circle 6.33
4. Healing Intent Workshop 8.41