The World Is Sound: Nada Brahma: Music and the Landscape of Consciousness Paperback – May 1, 1991

For someone with a musicology background, this book is understandable. If you don't know what a major third is or what harmonic sequences are, then I can see where you might be mystified. I found the ideas presented in this book very profound. Mystical, moving, memorable--it's hard to begin to describe the experience of reading this book.If you like and comprehend this book, you would probably also likeThe Third Ear: On Listening to the World by Joachim-Ernst Berendt and Tim Nevill (Apr 1992).I have given both these books to members of my family and some very special friends.

I like the quotes that the author used which I think is the main reason I was meant to buy this book. I think that it is a wealth of information and if you are lead to it, something will be in it for you as well!

one of my favourite books

The book came in excellent condition and ahead of delivery date. I am thrilled to have found this at such a good price in such great condition. Many thanks!

Fascinating book. It really really makes you think and see the world in a different light - one that's populated by sound!

I read this book a little while ago and it completely transformed the way I perceive the world around me. This book showed me the power that sound has. While the book is primarily concerned with the mysticism of sound, he also relates the world around us to sound, and shows us how reliable and accurate our ears are when compared to our eyes.Joachim-Ernst Berendt also gives listening tests in some of the chapters to give the reader an opportunity to develop their sense of hearing, which he says is being underused in our predominantly visual western culture.I am a private detective and ever since reading this book, I have always tried to use sound equipment and techniques on my investigations. Since reading this book I have completely re-evaluated and structured the approach and conduct of my work for the better. Can't recommend it enough.James Pearson.%65%79%65%67%6C%61%73%73%37%34%00

amazing bookthose who want to know how creation happens must read it

I'm rating this book with just one star because the other reviews are too good, otherwise I may give it "two stars" but no more.I bought this book because of the positive reviews and I was sorely disappointed. I was expecting a book about the metaphysics of sound. What I got was the superficial text of a rambling enthusiast. The variety of topics covered is interesting and the style is engaging... during the first couple of chapters. After that, Berendt needs a good editor. For example, several times we find quotations of the type (not verbatim): "Some author says that the molecules of hydrogen resonate with a major third interval: <<The molecules of hydrogen resonate with a major third interval>>" This kind of quotation adds nothing and explains less. I am still wondering what kind of analogy is it they were talking about. Besides, the second part of the book consists of a few miscellaneous articles on Zen, jazz, etc., unrelated to what should be the main topic of the book.On the good side, it showed me some threads to follow... but nothing that can't be found elsewhere, I'm afraid.