“Congratulations, Justin St. Vincent, for this worthy and beautiful project.”
– H. Leslie Adams, composer, educator, and pianist
“I just checked out your website, very interesting… Looks like you’ve been working very hard… Best wishes and health and happiness for the coming year.”
– Afterlife, DJ and producer
“Thank you again for the opportunity to support your exceptionally important work in our 21st Century!… As a small gift of appreciation for the special work you are sharing with the world, I have attached an article of mine which I think you will personally enjoy… Thank you, Justin for another brillant and innovative integration of art, music, photography, and spirituality!”
– Kevin Asbjörnson, contemporary pianist and keynote speaker
“Thank you for your invitation to participate in your project about music and spirituality. I consider it an honor to be able to share my impressions regarding such a profound question… Please accept my gratitude for the opportunity to participate in such a project, my admiration for this initiative of yours; and my desire to help you should you need any future collaborations, including musical material.”
– Australis, composer and producer
“That is fantastic. You put so much work into that, a Labor of Love!!! It is funny because it came almost the same time as the Facebook Song on my profile. Thank you so much”
– Cyro Baptista, percussionist
“We are so happy to be included in such a worthy project. On a personal level, I think your project is such an incredible undertaking. The excitement of sharing our entry amongst so many global perspectives on such an important topic is a blessing of unmeasured proportions… you’ve given the world a beautiful gift to have such a vision. I applaud you… a standing ovation!.. Again, thanks for envisioning such a project and allowing the world to provide unique perspectives… I’m thinking it was divinely inspired.”
– Wendy Bartlett, Director of Healing With Harmony
“I visited your web site. Interesting. It would appear to be rock based… I find it amazing that you would be motivated to write a book on music and spirituality. It is rare that someone in the rock world would approach me with this type of project. This is my first motivation for writing sending you a response. So good luck with this.”
– Dr. John Beaulieu, author of “Music And Sound In The Healing Arts”
“I am honored to be invited to submit my thoughts on Music and Spirit… This looks fantastic, Justin. I am humbled to be part of your project and very happy with the presentation. Thank you for your caring treatment of my words and bio. I wish you every success with your continuing efforts.”
– Rand Bishop, author of “Makin’ Stuff Up: Secrets Of Songcraft And Survival In The Music-Biz”
“Thank you for inviting me to be part of this. What a great thing you’re doing here. Thank you for bringing these thoughts to light. Have a healthy and spiritual new year.”
– Theo Bleckmann, vocalist, performer, and composer
“I am honored by your request and my response follows below. I hope you will find it of some merit. Also, I very much enjoyed looking over your site… This is a subject near to my heart, as I imagine it is to most composers… Everything looks wonderful and I am so proud to be a part of your project. Thank you so much for including me. It is wonderful to read through the many responses on your website.”
– Richard Bone, composer, musician, and producer
“Thank you for your invitation to this subject. This is a great idea… Great that you do this work – let’s stay in contact.”
– Wolfgang Bossinger, author of “The Healing Power Of Singing”
“Congratulations again on your excellent work Justin. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this great initiative.”
– Javier Ramon Brito, composer, music healer, and recording artist
“Thanks for including me among your contributors… You’re engaged in a most interesting project, and I’m please to be part of it… Congratulations on the completion of your ambitious project. You’ve assembled a remarkable array of voices!… Blessings and best wishes.”
– Dr. Kurt ‘Kailash’ Bruder, author of
“Following Sound Into Silence: Chanting Your Way Beyond Ego Into Bliss”
“Thank you for your kind words and the inspiration for me to write those words. As soon as I received your wonderful question, I started writing!… I LOVE your website. What a beautiful, ambitious project. I’m sure you’re proud of this… I will definitely get the word out about your website. You have done such an amazing job on it. People need to hear these messages… You can tell you have your heart and passion in this project. We wish you the best of things always!”
– Barry Cahill & Delene St. Clair, musicians and singer-songwriters in Cahill & Delene
“Awesome man. I love all those bands. Keep me in the loop I look forward to seeing the finished work!.. I’m sure you will find a publisher. I think God likes your book.”
– Matt Burrowes, vocalist in Callista
“What you are doing is wonderful… Thank you for the opportunity to share my thoughts about the spiritual significance of music. I’ve been holding that question in my heart for the last couple weeks and yesterday I was able to write about it… Thank you again and have a wonder-filled day!”
– Amy Camie, harpist and recording artist
“Very cool! I’ll get the word out about this to my mailing list, along with the link. In the spirit of music… My pleasure to share “The Spiritual Significance of Music” – it’s such a great piece of work, one I’m very proud to be a small part of… All the best with your important work.”
– Will Clipman, artist, percussionist, and poet
“Thank you Justin for bringing together such an interesting group of people. What a marvelous project you created.”
– Amrita Cottrell, author of “The Encyclopedia Of Sound: A Researchers’ Guide To Sound And Music In The Healing Arts”
“You’ve proposed a worthwhile project. It took me a night to consider how to focus my response. At first I thought I could not find a way, but I did… You work quickly and well. While writers tend to cling to every precious word, I have to admit that your editing shows good judgment, taste, and experience… What an excellent project! I am happy to be a part of it… Blessings indeed, and all of my best wishes for your ongoing success and well being.”
– Noah Creshevsky, hyperrealist composer
“This looks great!… The website is looking better! Thank you very much for the opportunity. Bless, peace, joy, health, love and prosperity to you.”
– Victor Crowl, singer-songwriter
“Thanks for asking. Your question could easily become an essay or even a book. Here’s well over 200 words of my first thoughts.”
– Paul Masvidal, guitarist and vocalist in Cynic
“What a fantastic project. I just dropped by the website and I’d love to be involved… All the best and please keep me updated about the project!”
– Heather Dale, musician, producer, and songwriter
“Thanks so much for your inquiry regarding “What do you believe is the spiritual significance of music?” The topic of course is a deep one and it may take some time!.. Good luck with it all, I’ve enjoyed looking at Xtreme Music… Thanks very much, what a great site… I am enjoying all the spiritual thoughts musicians have about our art… Great work, Justin!”
– Peter Davison, composer, musician, and producer
“I’m honored. Thanks for asking! I looked at your site… Thanks again for inviting me into this project. Great idea, and executed well!”
– Francesca De Grandis, author of “Goddess Initiation: A Practical Celtic Program For Soul-Healing, Self-Fulfillment & Wild Wisdom”
“Your book is an awesome idea! I’ve considered one myself but other projects call. Hope you do well with it. A worthy cause indeed. It just so happens I’ve been working on a series of articles on this topic… I appreciate all the effort and quality you put into this project. It is a profound gift to us all! Abundant Blessings to you my friend… Beautiful and inspiring, Justin! I will quote from it often in my presentations.”
– Stephen DeRuby, composer and flautist
“This is a really interesting project that you’ve created. Thanks very much for sending me the link to the published interview. It’s very interesting to read about thoughts from the other musicians. Thanks for compiling this interesting project.”
– Catherine Duc, composer and producer
“Thanks for all your enthusiasm!.. Your site is looking FABULOUS, and I am honoured to be part of that galaxy of interesting musicians! Thanks so much… You are really extraordinarily efficient and caring.”
– Chinmaya Dunster, sarod player
“Justin – Thank you for including me in your publication. I didn’t realize how GREAT an undertaking you had initiated.”
– Sharry Edwards, Founder and Pioneer of Human BioAcoustics
“Many thanks for this Justin… I’m very pleased with this… looks and sounds great my friend, great work.”
– Geoff Keogh, multi-instrumentalist in ElectroCelt
“Thanks Justin. I’d love to be a part of your series… Thanks for including me in your project Justin. Your portfolio is awesome!”
– Marc Enfroy, composer and pianist
“Thanks Justin! It looks great. Most appreciated… Thanks so much for putting that on your site. Good to see you’re getting exposure. I’ve told numerous people about your site… Thanks Justin. Very creative!”
– Laura Faeth, author of “I Found All The Parts: Healing The Soul Through Rock ‘n’ Roll”
“I have been enjoying your website with all the bios, reviews, and interviews… I would be so happy to send you a copy of my most recent CD… Thank you for this fine opportunity.”
– Arlene Faith, composer and violinist
“We thank you for this great and meaningful opportunity to speak out in Faith from our hearts dedicated to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! We encourage you to keep up the great work Christ started in you with Xtreme Music.”
– Blaine “Priest” Booth, guitarist in Faith Factor
“Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to your project. I am both humbled and honored to do so… Again, thank you for the opportunity to share my thoughts with others. Much success to you… I have spent time browsing the site and reading what others have contributed with much enjoyment… Many thanks for all the effort you’ve put into this project and for letting me be a part of it.”
– Bobb Fantauzzo, composer and flautist
“Thank you for writing to me. Your project is very interesting and it’s a privilege to participate in it… Wow! Great picture, and a great project. Thank you, Justin.”
– Julia Feldman, composer, educator, and vocalist
“Thank you SO much for being gracious enough to use my humble suggestions for your article. It so pleases me that you took the time to be sure to express my true feelings. Most writers’ egos do not allow them to do this. So often “celebrities” are misquoted or their ideas and opinions are not truly stated in interviews… And if ever you need anything in the future, please feel free to contact me. Gosh! I feel like we are old friends! I hope to meet you in person some day… Meanwhile, may God bless you and your loved ones with good health, peace and prosperity!.. CONGRATULATIONS, Justin!! I shall do what I can to spread the word!”
– Florence LaRue, lead vocalist in The 5th Dimension
“Your website looks great, well done on all your work!.. I’d love to make a link to it from my website… Thank you for your lovely comments, that’s great to hear that my piece was one of your favorites… The PDF looks fantastic, I love it!.. Thank you for doing all of this, you’re amazing! I’m so proud to be a part of your online book. If there’s any other ways I can be involved in your projects, I’d be happy to contribute. I’ve been reading the other articles there, and it’s so good to see that all around the world people are embracing music and song to benefit the wellbeing of all life on the planet… Thank you again for including me in the book, it’s an honour.”
– Heather Frahn, singer-songwriter
“I am honored by the request and will try to have something for you soon… I have included an edited description of Spirituality in the opening of the writing. I hope this is along the lines of what you were hoping to get from me. Please feel free to contact me after you read it and let me know how it hits you… Thanks for sending this and glad you like what I sent you and look forward to your email back. Thank you. Blessings and Light.”
– Ming Freeman, multi-keyboardist and pianist
“Thanks for your mail and thank you for asking me. It is a pleasure for me to send you my statement… Thank you very much for featuring me and my music in your project.”
– Gandalf, composer and multi-instrumentalist
“I love your vision here. I am really happy to be a part of it!… Thank you Justin, the layout looks great. It’s wonderful being a part of this… Great work with putting these interviews together. I look forward to reading these interviews and I will be very happy to put it on my website and share it with my network.”
– Anthony Garcia, singer-songwriter
“Thank you for your interview request regarding your publication… We will be praying for your book, and look forward to hearing more from you… Justin this is fantastic. We are heading to the U.S.A. in January, so we will be sure to promote what you are doing when we are over there. Thanks again and all the very best to you.”
– Gethsemane
“What a beautiful site!… It’s such a wonderful thing you are doing. Happy to support it… The layout is really gorgeous Justin!”
– Eliana Gilad, author of “Rhythms Of The Natural Voice” and “Quiet In The Eye Of The Storm”
“Thanks for the opportunity… It’s a very interesting concept!… I am just so grateful for your support. I’m truly appreciative of you!… I wish you much success with your new book… Thanks again for your support of World Sound Healing Day. Blessings of Light and Love through Sound!”
– Jonathan Goldman, author of “The 7 Secrets Of Sound Healing”
“Thank you for inviting me to be part of your Music and Spirituality book… Every success with your book project… You have done a wonderful job Justin! Congratulations! How about we create a conference out of this? Will pass it around to our Naked Voice people on our database, and beyond and at our forthcoming New Year retreat.”
– Chloë Goodchild, author of “Your Naked Voice” and “Awakening Through Sound”
“Looks like an interesting though huge project… Good luck with your work, and keep me posted!”
– Bob Grawi, inventor of the Gravikord®
“This is an interesting one! Thanks for getting in touch and for your kind words about my music… Thank you for including me in your great venture! You are doing great things buddy.”
– Luke Hurley, guitarist and singer-songwriter
“HOW COOL that you are doing this! How Divine! It’s SO relevant and important! Justin, I totally support you in what you’re ‘getting out there’. Much Love and Appreciation… I will mention this in my next Newsletter.”
– Iasos, author of “Sacred Sonic Tools”
“I enjoyed the quick stream of conciousness on my laptop in between recording sessions… I think that came out great, many thanks to your editing and TLC, thank you!”
– Craig Chaquico, guitarist in Jefferson Starship
“Your project sounds like an intriguing and valuable one… Thanks for sharing with the world the importance of music… I had noticed that you interviewed other Positive Music Association members. That’s great.”
– Scott Johnson, Executive Director of the Positive Music Association
“Thank you too Justin for the wonderful work you did. I love how well it turned out. God Bless You.”
– Joshua Perahia, guitarist in Joshua
“The subject was very intriguing to me. I really look forward to reading the thoughts of other musicians on the subject of spirituality and music. Thanks for including me and my band in this work.”
– Nate Wright, guitarist in Judgement
“Thank you for this valuable and precious service you are providing to the world.”
– Scott Kalechstein, singer-songwriter
“I saw your website. Very impressive… I’m a five-time Grammy Award Nominated pianist/composer who’s sold millions of CDs and have focused a great deal on the spiritual and healing nature of music… Congratulations on coming up with a great idea and assembling lots of information. It’s nice to see when that happens.”
– Peter Kater, composer, pianist, and producer
“Much success on this and all your projects!.. Thank you for all you do… I’ll be glad to share the site… It’s a privilege to be a part of this, Justin!”
– Joy Katzen-Guthrie, composer, pianist, and singer-songwriter
“Thanks Justin for including me. Sounds awesome!.. Blessings and thanks for your heart-centered work… Looking forward to promoting your site on my site!.. Awesome, Justin! Thank you for ALL you do!.. Good thoughts and many blessings”
– Sandi Kimmel, songwriter, musician, and motivational speaker
“Your project looks very interesting – I would love to be a part of it… Is it alright for me to publish this on my blog? I’d be glad to include a link to the project as well… It all looks great and thanks so much for including me in this.”
– Sharon Knight, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist
“Justin, I would like to take this opportunity to be included in your wonderful work. With my warmest greetings, gratitude and heart-felt thanks.”
– Daniel Kobialka, composer and violinist
“Thank you for contacting me and asking me to participate in this project! It’s my pleasure… Thank you for writing a well thought out bio… Thanks alot Justin! I really appreciate all the time you are putting into this noble venture.”
– Peijman Kouretchian, drummer in Girth and Secret Chiefs 3
“I would be honored to send you a response and be included on your website. I actually had the opportunity to browse your site and I really enjoy your perspective… Thank you so much for including me on your wonderful site… Thank you for your connection to spirit.”
– John Kulias, composer and flautist
“It was fun writing about this interesting subject… [Joscelyn] Godwin’s book is ‘extremely’ interesting, he catalogs all of the freaky music systems throughout history, including traditional western scales, many of which have to do with corresponding patterns between the ratios used in music and the ratios between the planets in our solar system and even the formation of ice crystals… I’m glad you are pleased with my response. Thanks for presenting such a thought-provoking question!”
– Bobby Bray, guitarist and vocalist in The Locust
“Many thanks, Justin. I appreciate your kind offer to allow me to contribute something to what I believe to be an important contribution to the never-ending debate over the power of music. Still amazed by the grace of God and the love of Jesus.”
– Dan Lucarini, author of “Can We Rock The Gospel?: Rock Music’s Impact On Worship And Evangelism”
“Thanks for the opportunity to examine my relationship to the spiritual significance of music… I found this exploration very useful in focusing attention back to the supremely radical intention of making every note mean something now. So, thank you especially for that… Thanks again for your interest in my response to your enquiry. I was very excited to see it on your website!”
– Dean Magraw, composer and guitarist
“Thanks for adding me to the mailing list Justin, and for the opportunity to contribute to such a beautiful project… I want others to read as many essays as possible on your website. It is great work you are doing. I have already enjoyed reading a few from my favorite artists… Amazing work and contribution you make with this effort… Thanks again Justin for the excellent work you do facilitating these writings, and for the opportunity to have participated.”
– Eduardo Martinez, composer and musician
“Thanks again, and best wishes for continued success with this endeavor. It’s a much-needed discussion. I’m delighted to read about so many people who have put thought into it, and who are willing to share.”
– Michael Mauldin, composer, conductor, and educator
“Thanks so much for inviting us to be a part of this!.. We appreciate all the support!”
– Steve Koc & Sara Wiseman, musicians in Martyrs Of Sound
“I had a chance to look at your site, and it looks like an interesting project… I am happy to share our interview… I’m not sure if you have any other music-related projects going on, but if I can be of help further, please do not hesitate to call on me.”
– Martin Mayer, composer and pianist
“Thanks so much for the opportunity to share my thoughts and my experience… This looks great – thanks for including me!.. Thanks so much for your work… Congratulations on this amazing feat – just beautiful. I wish you all manner of success with it.”
– Kate McGarry, singer-songwriter
“I am honored to be asked to join these group of fine artists and musicians… That question kept haunting me so I wanted to answer now before I left for the show… THANK YOU for allowing me to be a part of this important question.”
– Roger McGee, composer and flautist
“This subject interests me a lot so I enjoyed answering it… I had more to say about spiritualism and metaphysics and sound waves… Let me know if you need anything else.”
– Ashmedi, guitarist and vocalist in Melechesh
“Thanks Justin! I’m so glad to be a part of your beautiful and timely contribution.”
– Dr. Louise Montello, author of “Essential Music Intelligence: Using Music As Your Path To Healing, Creativity, And Radiant Whole”
“I am honored to do so. I enjoyed reading through your site and many of the interviews you’ve collected. Great job!”
– Sky Nelson, singer-songwriter
“I feel honored to be included in your project. I hope someone finds my contribution inspiring… I look forward to reading others’ perspectives on your question. I have many friends whom I’m sure will also be interested in your project. As soon as you say it’s online, I’ll set up a mention and link to your project from my website. I’ll also mention it on the other networking sites in which I participate. With more actions like yours, peace will the sooner prevail on earth. You bless us all.”
– Rebecca Oswald, composer and pianist
“I’m honored to be among such a group of people… Thanks so much for your efforts on this project; I’ve enjoyed reading the entries of others.”
– Dr. Anthony Palmer, Professor of Music Education at Boston University
“Thanks for thinking of me and connecting on MySpace… Thanks so much for including me, it’s very exciting to be a part of this project.”
– Milica Paranosic, composer, conceptual artist, and vocalist
“Thanks for the email. I will post some bulletins and a blog about your site. It is really interesting to see everyone’s views. Very nice work.”
– Randy Butman, bassist in Paths Of Possession
“Thanks so much Justin. I am greatly honored. Much appreciated. I wish you all the best in this great quest of yours.”
– Leo Perez, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and pianist
“Thank you for asking my opinion on this important question… I had to take a step back and a hard look at myself and my music, and this was a good thing… Thank you very much. I’m happy to hear you like my work and will give it a listen… If you have any questions about my music please feel free to ask… Thank you Justin, hope this note finds you well.”
– Peter Phippen, flautist
“Thanks Justin for the good exposure… The presentation looks great. I will place a link to you on my website.”
– Lew Paxton Price, author of “Astrology: The Music Of Life”
“I hope to hear from you, bro!.. Thanks for the message and the layout! Can’t wait to get the finished work!!!.. Hope all is ok with you.”
– René Kögel, guitarist and vocalist in Purgatory
“Thanks for your interest and the interesting theme we are talking about… Great bro. Thanks for all and for spreading the word.”
– Ralf Winzer, bassist in Requiem
“Justin, everything looks great!!!.. WOW, that is awesome, you must be so proud of what you did! That is incredible that the response has been so good and wide-spread. I am very proud to have been a part of it, and would be proud to be included on another one if you do it! Thank you again for the opportunity to be part of the project… I appreciate your work and what you are doing.”
– John Astl, guitarist in Resurrection
“Thank you for the invitation… Let me know how the project progresses… Thanks for including me!”
– Robert Rich, composer and musician
“Thanks so much for the opportunity to be interviewed… I was deeply touched and inspired by your article and I’m not sure there is much more that I could add. You said it all so elequantly and gracefully. So what I will add is my personal experience and the spiritual significance music has had on my life.”
– Marilyn Rose, singer-songwriter
“We consider your invitation a privilege… I have been looking over your website. Very interesting material!.. Again, we appreciate you including us in this project.”
– Derrol & Cindy Sawyer, Founders of Moses’ Song Ministries
“Thanks Justin. I’m honored to be invited… Thanks for doing this cool project!.. Your site is SO interesting! Fascinating is a better word actually.”
– Jon Schmidt, composer and pianist
“I’d love the chance to respond to your question… Also, I’d love to profile this project on one or both of my blogs… I think your project is great.”
– Katherine Scott, author and singer-songwriter
“Thank you for the opportunity, I had a real fine moment working on this quote!.. Excellent, real nice Justin!.. Very nice all the way around.”
– Jonn Serrie, composer and keyboardist
“Would love to contribute to your book project… I wish you great success with this project as well as all your endeavours. May music heal the world… Well done! Tasteful and we appreciate your care in making it look great. Keep us informed on how everything goes! Treasure yourself.”
– Ed & Deb Shapiro, authors of “Unconditional Love: How To Live With An Open Heart In A Changing World”
“Congratulations! Your website looks really great; what an ambititious project. Well done. Blessings.”
– Kimberly Smith, author of “Music And Morals: Dispelling The Myth That Music Is Amoral
“Thanks for your dedication to this vision and question, and including me in the list… Wonderful, thank you!”
– Michael Stillwater, author of “SongSourcing: Spontaneous Songmaking For Health, Harmony, And Happiness”
“This sounds very interesting. I’d be happy to contribute a few words… You catch me at an interesting time, both being surrounded by Holy Week music here in Oxford, and also delving for the first time into the history of Islamic recitation practices in Istanbul. So I suppose you could say the question is on my mind.”
– Dr. Martin Stokes, editor of “Ethnicity, Identity And Music: The Musical Construction Of Place”
“Justin, Thanks for all your efforts – great website!”
– Yale Strom, author of “The Book Of Klezmer: The History, The Music, The Folklore”
“Your website looks awesome! I love the photos and how it looks like a map – very nice!”
– Jennifer Thomas, composer, pianist, and violinist
“Thank you again for the great honor to contribute to this most meaningful project. Your timely anthology is certainly among the most consequential publications ever created… I commend you on your wonderful work to enlighten and inspire the world… The opportunity to contribute to your anthology has been the most meaningful project I have ever worked on. I congratulate you for your most wonderful work.”
– Kathryn Toyama, composer and pianist
“It’s been my great pleasure to contribute to a subject that is as close to my heart as any can be… By contacting me, you’ve bumped into the epi-center of the new age music world… Glad to be of assistance and looking forward to the further development of your project… Glad to be apart of this great work Justin! ”
– Valarien, composer, guitarist, and producer
“Wow! What an amazing resource you have created, fantastic, great to read online, but so profound. I almost want to flip through a printed book, and cherish this inspired form of bringing us all closer together… What a brilliant project, invaluable. Well done, and thanks for inviting me to participate. With best wishes and blessings.”
– Tim Wheater, composer, flautist, and vocalist
“All looks fine, it’s great to part of what you are putting together… Great to meet you and I look forward to working with you.”
– Steve Wiggins, singer-songwriter
“This looks great too! Thank you… sent out a notice to our lists, and I also put on Twitter and Facebook – I am seeing very good responses back to my website.”
– Sara Wiseman, author of “Writing The Divine: How To Channel For Soul Growth And Healing”
“I’ve been spending New Year’s Day happily looking through some of the essays in your Spirituality project. I have to commend you for getting so many contributors; it is a testament to your tenacity and perseverance. You have a tremendous range of ideas which will, I think, make for some good discussion among readers… Your project is a huge one and there is a lot of good information to be found in it… I remain pleased that I am a part of it and have told many people about it.”
– Douglas Yeo, bass trombonist in the Boston Symphony Orchestra
“Tremendous work!!! All the very best – regards and respects.”
– Z’EV, author of “Rhythmajik: Practical Uses Of Rhythm, Sound And Number”
