Sound Therapy Sessions, by R.J. Stefanski

Sound Therapy Sessions

by R.J. Stefanski

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Folder of behind-the-scenes photos from field recording expeditions and original album artwork from the series.

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Deluxe Version CD + Art Print (11x17 Framed)
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Limited set of just 10 hand-numbered and signed CD and art print for Sound Therapy Sessions. CD features a unique mix of the album just for this release - with the original 90 minute runtime mixed into one continuous 75 minute journey. CD features color printed label and is housed in colored Trimpack plastic case (each case will be a different color, so may not be the yellow one pictured!).
Art print is a beautiful 11' by 17' color print on glossy photo paper. It features a unique beach collage out of the original artwork, and is framed in a cool and rustic frame with plexiglass. Both will come securely packaged ASAP. Thanks for the support.

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1.	Quiet Rain, Thunder, and Waves [HD Field Recordings] 12:49	lyrics	buy track
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2.	Meltwater [HD Field Recordings] 24:50	lyrics	buy track
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3.	24 Minutes of Tranquil Rain (NO Thunder) [HD Field Recordings] 24:00	lyrics	buy track
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4.	Relaxing Ocean Surf [HD Field Recordings] 16:59	lyrics	buy track
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5.	Michigan Ice Storm (Winter Sleet and Freezing Rain) [HD Field Recordings] 09:24	lyrics	buy track
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6.	Torrential Downpour in the City [HD Field Recordings] 08:33	lyrics	buy track
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about

I am always seeking out new ways to edit, curate, and release my field recordings. Near the end of 2016 I began a series entitled "Sound Therapy Sessions" with a 13+ minute recording of rain and this definition: lengthy sonic excursions favoring tranquil moods and the interesting mixtures of related sources within a specific location, theme, or concept. The next entry was "Meltwater", featuring 25 minutes of a rural backyard slowly transforming from winter to spring. Finally, an extended soundscape of tranquil rain rounded out the series.

This new compilation merges that initial run with two other rain recordings (one from Hamtramck, MI and another from Brooklyn, NY), and a brand new track of ocean surf recorded in 2019 in San Diego, CA. Since the original version of "Tranquil Rain" was only mastered/released as an MP3, I have created a new 2020 version for this release with old recordings but in 48 K WAV.

I always hope my soundscapes not only present in clear, HD audio, but also with a scope for storytelling where a clear beginning, middle, and end are demonstrated. I want the listener to have to question if what they are hearing is really how the recordings played out or was there some editing (there is always a lot of editing, especially in these extended pieces).

Listen on good headphones. This was created and released while in quarantine. Seems like a good time to release 90 minutes of relaxing sounds. I hope this can bring you a little release and escape from the state of things. Thanks so much. <3 RJ.

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released April 20, 2020

All sounds, editing, and production by R.J. Stefanski.

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R.J. Stefanski

Field Recordist, Soundscape Producer, Ambient DJ & Mixtape Curator. Based in Brooklyn, NYC via Detroit, MI. Contact for bookings, sampling, collaborations or questions.

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