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~ Johannes Linstead: la guitarra
~ Jalidan Ruiz: congas
~ Frank Marcos Aular: bajo
~ Anastasios Bigas: drums and percussion
~ Geoff Hlibka: guitarra
~ Jordan Abraham: accordion
Influences
In my earlier years as a guitarist I was fascinated by the Spanish guitar masters such as Tarrega and Sor, as well as the great classical composer of German tradition, like Mozart, Bach, Schubert, Beethoven, and Haydn. In my teens I also dabbled in jazz and rock styles, enjoying particularly Randy Rhoads and Yngwie Malmsteen who infused their styles with classical influence. From my father I gained a love of all things Spanish, Latin American, and Caribbean - especially the ocean and sun! My father lived in the Bahamas for a while, and I used to love hearing the stories about all the strange characters he encountered there. My mother (who plays a little guitar) also influenced me, not only musically, but in Latin dance, as she taught Latin dance for a time in her earlier years. So, naturally, I took slasa and merengue classes.
Then there is my spiritual side which I generally don't speak too much about. But I have trained in various Chinese practices such as Hung Gar style Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong. I have also been heavily involved with the spiritual practices of India, including Kundalini Yoga. I have trained and am certified in Sensory Healing under the tutalage of Hari Nam Singh Khalsa, as well as Reiki.
Books have also played a special roll in my evolution as a human being. Most of the books I read are about spirituality and I am facinated by the words of Yogananda, Lau Tzu, Mantak Chia, and especially Osho.
I send you this wish… I wish you joy beyond compare, success in all you do. I wish your goals within your reach, friendships true and strong. I wish you gracious wisdom and forgiveness, when you're wrong. I wish you nights of wonderous rest. I wish you strength and courage, and persistence to be your best. And most of all, I wish for you more love than most will find, the grandest love in all the world, the everlasting kind! Wishing you blessings and love for you and your loved ones today and always!
Thank you. Great, great music you have here. Ostros Mundos, 1000 Veils are amazing (all are). Awesome playing, love your style. Have a great weekend, G
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