Darbuka / Doumbek

Tambourine / Riq

Udu Drum

Udu Drum – a clay vessel that breathes with the Earth itself. Its soft, resonant tones flow like water over stone — organic, grounding, and deeply human. Each pulse carries warmth and soul, creating an earthy heartbeat that anchors the music in natural balance. The Udu doesn’t strike — it whispers, reminding us that rhythm can be as gentle as the wind and as eternal as the ground beneath our feet.

Shakers & Cabasa

Shakers & Cabasa – subtle rhythmic layers that bring the music to life with motion and flow. Their soft, shimmering textures move like sand in the wind or rain upon leaves — gentle, yet endlessly alive. They enhance the groove with delicate precision, adding breath and movement to every beat. Together, they remind us that even the smallest sound can set the rhythm of the soul in motion.

Frame Drum / Shamanic Drum

Frame Drum / Shamanic Drum – the ancient heartbeat of ritual and spirit. Its deep, resonant tones awaken something primal within — a rhythm that echoes through time and consciousness. Each strike carries the energy of the Earth, guiding the listener into a trance where sound becomes ceremony. The Shamanic Drum is not just played — it summons, opening a path to inner vision, unity, and transformation.

Djembe

Djembe – a sacred drum of West African origin, alive with dynamic tribal rhythms and deep, expressive tones. Its voice speaks directly to the heart — powerful, joyful, and raw. The Djembe carries the essence of community and connection; when it plays, it gathers souls together in movement and unity. Its rhythm is both celebration and invocation — a call to dance, to awaken, to remember the pulse that lives within us all.

Tabla

Tabla – a pair of Indian drums that weave intricate rhythmic patterns with poetic precision. Their tones range from whispering softness to thunderous resonance, shaping the heartbeat of Eastern sound. The Tabla speaks a language of rhythm — articulate, soulful, endlessly expressive. Each touch of the hand tells a story, blending discipline and intuition into a flow of pure emotion. It is the pulse of meditation and movement, where rhythm becomes a form of prayer.

Cajón

Cajón – a wooden box that holds the rhythm of the Earth within its frame. Each tap and strike releases warm, organic tones that blend seamlessly with tribal and ethnic grooves. The Cajón speaks through simplicity — its heartbeat is human, intimate, and raw. It bridges the ancient and the modern, carrying the warmth of wood and the pulse of spirit, turning every rhythm into a conversation between soul and sound.

Bongos / Congas

Bongos / Congas – twin voices of rhythm, full of warmth, passion, and motion. Their lively beats add vibrant percussive accents and rich polyrhythmic textures that awaken the dance within. Each rhythm they speak feels like a heartbeat from the tropics — joyful, spontaneous, and free. The Bongos and Congas celebrate life itself, weaving energy, spirit, and movement into every groove they touch.

Bells & Chimes

Bells & Chimes – delicate voices of light that shimmer through the air like drops of crystal. Their bright, sparkling tones create an atmosphere of purity and awakening, opening the listener to moments of stillness and wonder. Each gentle ring carries a breath of the sacred — a sound that lingers in the space between worlds. Bells and Chimes are the whispers of spirit, adding clarity, serenity, and celestial depth to the rhythm of the music.

Jaw Harp / Bugal

Jaw Harp / Bugal – a small instrument with an ancient soul, producing a twanging resonance that vibrates deep within the body. Its hypnotic tones shimmer like echoes from another realm, merging rhythm and melody into a single pulse. The Jaw Harp bridges the human breath with the voice of the Earth — raw, magnetic, and timeless. Within its sound lies a trance-like energy that draws the listener inward, awakening the primal rhythm of consciousness itself.

Oud /Saz / Baglama

Oud – a plucked string instrument whose voice carries centuries of emotion and storytelling. Its deep, soulful resonance flows like poetry — warm, intimate, and timeless. Each note feels like a memory, weaving beauty and melancholy into the air. The Oud stands at the heart of many ethnic melodies, its sound both grounding and transcendent. It sings not just to the ear, but to the soul itself, evoking longing, passion, and peace in every vibration.

Saz / Baglama – a Turkish stringed instrument that sings with warmth and emotion. Its lyrical tones flow like a river through ancient lands — expressive, fluid, and deeply human. The Saz carries within it the voice of wandering poets and mystics, blending melancholy and hope in perfect harmony. Every pluck of its strings tells a story — a song of love, longing, and the eternal journey of the heart.

Qanun

Qanun – a zither-like instrument whose shimmering strings create a cascade of light and emotion. Its delicate tones sparkle like sunlight on water, weaving intricate melodies that dance between grace and mystery. The Qanun adds depth and brilliance to the soundscape — elegant, ethereal, and endlessly expressive. Each note unfolds like a sigh from the soul, turning music into a luminous tapestry of feeling and reflection.

Tar

Tar – a long-necked lute that speaks in soulful, resonant phrases filled with passion and depth. Its sound is bold yet tender, echoing the voice of the heart through each vibrating string. The Tar’s melodies rise and fall like waves — expressive, dramatic, and alive with emotion. It carries the essence of tradition and storytelling, transforming every note into a dialogue between spirit and sound.

Kemanche

Kemanche – a bowed string instrument that sings with haunting beauty and emotional grace. Its voice trembles with longing, echoing the poetry of distant horizons and timeless love. Each note feels alive — fragile yet powerful — carrying both sorrow and serenity in its tone. The Kemanche does not simply play melodies; it weaves feelings into sound, creating an intimate connection between heart and listener.

Gaval

Gaval – a rhythmic frame drum that carries both the pulse of rhythm and the breath of melody. Its shimmering overtones create a sound that feels alive — warm, resonant, and deeply human. The Gaval bridges the worlds of percussion and song, where each strike sings and each vibration moves like a heartbeat. It is the voice of ritual and celebration, guiding the listener into a flow of unity between motion and spirit.

String Ensembles

String Ensembles – layered strings that breathe with emotion and grandeur, adding cinematic depth and harmonic richness to the music. Their sound moves like a living ocean — waves of passion, tenderness, and light intertwining in perfect harmony. The strings expand the soundscape, lifting each melody into something vast and timeless. They embody the soul’s voice in motion, turning every composition into an emotional journey through beauty and transcendence.

Guzheng / Koto

Guzheng / Koto – ancient Asian zithers that flow with grace and serenity, offering delicate, shimmering melodies like ripples across still water. Their sound carries a sense of balance and contemplation — gentle yet powerful, precise yet emotional. Each note lingers in the air like a whisper of silk, inviting stillness, reflection, and beauty. The Guzheng and Koto embody the art of simplicity, where every vibration becomes a breath of peace and timeless elegance.

Ney / Flute / Bansuri

Ney – an end-blown flute whose breath carries the soul of the wind. Its airy, spiritual tones evoke vast desert horizons, ancient journeys, and moments of deep inner stillness. The sound of the Ney is both fragile and eternal — a voice of longing and devotion, whispering through time. Each note seems to come from the heart itself, guiding the listener toward reflection, peace, and transcendence. It is the sound of the spirit learning to breathe.

Flute / Bansuri – a delicate wind instrument whose soft, melodic lines float like a gentle breeze. Its airy tones bring elegance and movement to the music, weaving through harmonies with grace and subtlety. The Flute and Bansuri evoke open skies, serene landscapes, and moments of introspection. Each note feels like a breath of light and freedom, guiding the listener on a journey of calm, beauty, and inner exploration.

Didgeridoo

Didgeridoo – an ancient Australian wind instrument that resonates with deep, droning vibrations. Its sound flows like the pulse of the Earth itself — primal, hypnotic, and meditative. Each breath and vibration draws the listener into a trance, connecting body, mind, and spirit. The Didgeridoo carries the voice of nature and ancestry, grounding the music while opening a portal to timeless landscapes and inner journeys.

Ethnic / Folk Vocals / Oriental Vocals

Ethnic / Folk Vocals – voices that carry the soul of tradition, echoing the stories, joys, and sorrows of generations. Each note is infused with authentic cultural emotion, weaving a tapestry of human experience that transcends language. These vocals do more than sing — they connect hearts across time and place, inviting the listener to feel the depth, warmth, and spirit of communities and their enduring melodies.

Oriental Vocals – voices that flow with the rich modes and melodies of the Middle East and Eastern traditions. Each note carries a sense of mystery, longing, and emotional intensity, weaving intricate patterns that resonate deep within the listener. These vocals are not just sung; they tell stories of passion, devotion, and timeless beauty, creating a bridge between ancient heritage and contemporary soundscapes.

Throat / Overtone Singing

Throat / Overtone Singing – an ancient vocal art that produces layers of harmonic overtones, creating a soundscape both mystical and mesmerizing. Each vibration seems to resonate from the very core of the body, merging the human voice with the cosmic pulse. This singing is more than music — it is a gateway to meditation, trance, and inner exploration, where every overtone carries energy, depth, and the essence of timeless wisdom.

Mugham

Mugham Vocals (Hannende Samples) – expressive vocals performed in traditional Mugham modes such as Segah or Shur, adding layers of profound emotion and timeless beauty. Each phrase resonates with longing, passion, and subtle melancholy, creating an atmosphere that draws the listener deep into the music. These vocals are not just heard — they are felt, carrying the spiritual and cultural essence of an ancient melodic tradition into modern soundscapes.

Mantras & Rhythmic Chants

Mantras & Rhythmic Chants – repeated vocal patterns that flow like a river of sound, guiding the listener into trance and awakening spiritual energy. Each repetition builds a meditative rhythm, creating a bridge between mind, body, and soul. These chants are more than words or sounds — they are a living pulse, carrying intention, focus, and the timeless power of collective consciousness. They invite you to move, breathe, and become part of the eternal rhythm that connects all things.

Singing Bowls

Singing Bowls – instruments that resonate with a pure, meditative tone, creating waves of stillness and calm. Their sound hovers between the tangible and the ethereal, inviting the listener to pause, breathe, and transcend the ordinary. Each vibration becomes a gentle guide, opening a space for reflection, inner harmony, and connection with the deeper currents of the soul. Singing Bowls are not merely instruments, but vessels of serenity and spiritual awakening.

Ambient Textures / Field Recordings

Ambient Textures / Field Recordings – sounds drawn from nature and the environment, carefully woven into music to enrich its atmosphere. Gentle winds, flowing water, rustling leaves, and distant echoes create a sense of place and space, transporting the listener beyond the ordinary. These textures are more than background sounds — they are living elements that breathe with the music, inviting immersion, reflection, and a deeper connection with both the world around us and the world within.