Deuter is the seminal New Age musician. Also a Reiki practitioner, Deuter lives and works in the mountains of Santa Fe, New Mexico, creating the contemplative, healing music he has become world renowned for. Through feeling, awareness, experience, and constantly being inspired by the natural world around him, Deuter creates music that transports the listener to a space of peacefulness and well-being. He continues to learn and master an ever- expanding array of instruments including the drums, shakuhachi, cello, koto, sitar, Tibetan singing bowls, santoor, bouzouki, and keyboards. Deuter is a master creator of spiritual music—a living legend. His sublime compositions transcend aural boundaries, his elegant melodies ¬ll the heart of anyone who listens. Deuter’s innate awareness and rare musical talent create a harmonious balance of music and spirit. This album is one of Deuter's masterpieces. In Illumination of the Heart, Deuter plays an ample array of instruments including the -ute, keyboard, cello, piano and guitar; all are magically interwoven. In addition to these instruments, Deuter uses his own voice as an extra tool that evokes a sense of the beyond. Each track leads to the next in a crescendo of musical landscape that brings a sense of blissful serenity. A must-have for your collection!