Therese Schroeder-Sheker casts an almost mystical spell with the power of insight and understatement as she brings rich tapestries of medieval music to life. As one fascinated listener confessed, "The strongest impressi... more »on I had was one of whispers that almost seemed to shout into my consciousness." Rosa Mystica showcases Schroeder-Sheker's uniquely expressive gift for subtlety, as well as her acuity, lyricism, and potent musical virtuosity. The poignant purity of her soprano voice, and the warmth of her harp accompaniments imbue the ancient Irish, Rumanian, Israeli, and Sephardic melodies with a beauty and clarity that transcends time. At the hands of this accomplished artist, these songs of love, passion, devotion, spiritual awakening, and the pain of rejection become as relevant to modern listeners as they were hundreds of years ago. Similarly, her original composition, For the Roses, draws inspiration from the past to shed light on how 20th century women mourn the loss of love and begin to heal in time.« less
Therese Schroeder-Sheker casts an almost mystical spell with the power of insight and understatement as she brings rich tapestries of medieval music to life. As one fascinated listener confessed, "The strongest impression I had was one of whispers that almost seemed to shout into my consciousness." Rosa Mystica showcases Schroeder-Sheker's uniquely expressive gift for subtlety, as well as her acuity, lyricism, and potent musical virtuosity. The poignant purity of her soprano voice, and the warmth of her harp accompaniments imbue the ancient Irish, Rumanian, Israeli, and Sephardic melodies with a beauty and clarity that transcends time. At the hands of this accomplished artist, these songs of love, passion, devotion, spiritual awakening, and the pain of rejection become as relevant to modern listeners as they were hundreds of years ago. Similarly, her original composition, For the Roses, draws inspiration from the past to shed light on how 20th century women mourn the loss of love and begin to heal in time.
Zoli Aswad Osaze | L.A., California USA | 04/13/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"this is the kind of soulful spiritual music that uplifts the heart and feeds the very essence of being.simply superb in every way."
Sublime
Angel Buendia | Mexico City | 12/22/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Meditation in song. One of the must beautiful recordings I have ever heard. This woman's voice can take you to the most luminous places of your heart. A work of love, undoubtedly, and it shows."
A mystic musician who lives her spirituality
Angel Buendia | 04/26/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Listening to any of Therese's works invites us to leave the busy world for a moment, not to escape, but to focus on the greater truths of peace, hope and charitable service to others. All of her recordings are true spiritual medicine, and are in such need in today's world.I've been a fan of Ms. Sheker since the mid 1980's, and she has followed me on many of life's journeys. This music is greatly needed. Bless you, Therese!"
Angelic
John Congdon | Cornville, AZ United States | 03/24/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Therese's voice has a rare purity and healing quality and this cd always lifts my mood. It is certainly worth owning."