There’s nothing quite like a good mix to evoke a specific kind of experience — whatever that experience might be. Enter Relax, a soothing compilation by producer Donna D’Cruz. After setting the intention of creating an album to provide the backdrop for compelling literature, D’Cruz put together this CD. Artists such as guitarist Antonio da Costa, opera enthusiasts Coco de Mer, and pianist Riccardo Eberspacher woo listeners with their lounge-friendly melodies. D’Cruz incorporates the words of Deepak Chopra into the liner notes and also includes quotes from scholars about the beauty of the written word. Relax is a good
choice for Sunday afternoons curled up with the newspaper or a favorite book. - Sounds From the Ground Up by Mara Applebaum