Category: Music

Have patience with yourself, be the change you want to see in the world. I’ve had quite an issue with perfectionism in my life. I was expecting everything to be perfect all the time. The way I look, the clean house, the...

I don’t know about you but I can talk for myself and say that I’ve been quite conditioned to think in terms of limits. At a young age, I heard adults saying ‘you can’t do this’ ‘this is too...

What comes to mind when you consider New Age artists?  Let me tell you that its probably not what you might have heard 10-20 years ago!  These days, “new age” can include several other music genres that are exciting,...

Much love, laughter & simple moments of pleasures your way! May this little break be an occasion to better take care of your needs. Spend some time doing things you enjoy and that make you feel good! I’m grateful to...

Sometimes we just need a little space.  To breathe.  To think.  To just… be. Come, take a musical stroll through the fall forest with me.  Listen to the rustling of the leaves and other musical sounds in nature. Feel the...

Life is challenging at times for all of us and on different levels. Still, we’re faced with the same issues; do I really love myself as I would like others to do so? I’m now challenged with health issues and I might...

Its the holiday season once again.  Time for shopping, giving, parties… and stress?  Why not put on some new age music to help you relax and chill while you cook or wrap presents!  When there are so many things vying for...

My spirituality is fundamental to my personality.  It inspires my music and deepens my friendships. One of my core beliefs is that spirituality is connected to sustainability – in other words, the idea that we give more...

Every year, I think to myself – how did we already get to December?  It seems that just yesterday, the waning summer sun still warmed the earth.  Now that the holiday season is upon us, its time to pull out favorite...

As you may already know, some of the inspirations for my ambient new age music are travel, exercise, and simply enjoying life. I take the feelings I am experiencing and imagine how they sound.  When I am inspired, I translate...

The holiday season in my part of the world starts with Thanksgiving in November. It is a time to gather. A time to reflect. And perhaps most importantly, a time to celebrate the abundant blessings in our lives. Thanksgiving is...

Recently, I wrote about Finding Musical Inspiration…. what it is that moves me to compose my songs.  In truth, there are many influences on my songwriting.  My own music composition is different than that of other new age...

Of the music in my home record collection, I find myself frequently listening to ambient music to relax, inspire or simply enrich my life.  Each song carries with it unique memories and allow for a new sense of freedom in the...

You probably already know that sleep is vital to your health and well-being.  When I’m well-rested, I am happier, more creative and I think my music shines a bit more brightly. Your face will show it too!  Sleep is just as...

Travel along with me, on the road to Lhasa.  The name of this city in the clouds (one of the highest capitals in the world) literally means “place of the gods,” and is the seat of the Dalai Lama and capital of the...

When you hear the term spiritual music, what do you think?  The genre actually encompasses a broad range of inspirational, uplifting works.  Spiritual simply means, that which speaks to your spirit.  Whether you are religious or...

Over the past 12 years, my new age albums have been reviewed many times.  A few of my favorite descriptions include “ethereal voice,” “soothing music,” and a voice that “floats like a gossamer veil...

I cannot get enough of the natural wonders in my home in Quebec!  Each year, I take a vacation in the Mont Tremblant, in the Quebec National Parks.  It is a time for restoration, rejuvenation and relaxation.  I’ve been...

I am always looking for an uplifting thought upon which I can rely to get me through the hour.  Inspirational music quotes are some of my favorite material!  Although I shared a few of my top picks recently, I keep finding new...

Feeling blue?  A little out of sorts?  Why not hum a tune for happiness? Its true that using a combination of voice, a tonal note, and deep breathing can have healing effects.  As one website, Humming for Health, states: The...

I am a firm believer that spirituality and sustainability are connected.  In fact, I am most at peace when I am out enjoying the beautiful bounty that our Earth offers – from hiking, camping, or simply taking photographs,...

Nora, the adorable, has been all over the Internet and talk show television recently.  She is the amazing piano-playing cat that has found her way into the hearts of millions just by tickling the ivories.  Just watch her...

Summer is drawing to a close. Even on a warm day, the temperature rises more slowly in the morning and falls a bit faster after dusk. While we mourn the end of summer, anticipation builds for what lies ahead in autumn. Is it any...

There is much misunderstanding about the term “new age,” whether referring to religion, lifestyle or a music genre.  You don’t necessarily have to engage in typical “new age practices” like yoga,...

Do you know Brian Eno, Boards of Canada, Robert Rich, Aphex Twins? Outside of its creators and fans, “ambient music” is often thought of as mere background music (for example, meditation or yoga).  In a worst case...

If you enjoy my tunes, did you know that you can listen to free new age music online?  www.live365.com has a wide variety of tracks by new age and ambient artists that you can enjoy at work, or as a “trial” run...

Welcome to my blog! I’m Marcomé pronounced, “Mar-Ko-May.” We’ve been debating whether the genre in which my melodies fit is “new age,” or “ambient.”  Feel free to weigh in with...

Music and memory are closely intertwined.  You can take a musical journey just by putting in a selected CD or pressing play on an MP3 file.  I like to think of it as the one, true way that humans can engage in time travel! Like...

I asked this question in a previous blog post: should my music be classified as new age or ambient?  New age music has certain connotations that may not be preconceptions when listeners are offered the opportunity to listen to...

Have you considered New Age music for health? Recent studies have shown a positive impact of both yoga and meditation on the health of practitioners. Putting on a restful New Age music CD while you practice may even improve your...

Its true: music soothes the soul!  Whether you are a musician, or just a grateful listener, your day can be improved by simply listening to your favorite musics.  In fact, as a singer, I gain immense satisfaction just by losing...

The night sky is alight, beautiful are the kaleidoscopes. Color and sound command your senses; weightlessness overcomes you, go with that flow. Slip through the Meteora… Related Music Videos: Calling The Soul –...

The Many Faces of Percussion: from world beat to rock music There are almost as many different kinds of music as there are people in the world.  From World beat music to Ambient, music is as much individual as it is universal,...

Soothe your Soul with some of my favorite relaxing New Age Music Female Artists on iTunes   A selection of new age music female artists and vocalists I’ve enjoyed over time. This is the 3rd New Age Music iMix and I...

Like the song in Disney’s “Aladdin,” there’s a whole new world in the manner which new age music is created, played, sung and perceived nowadays. I often feel the new age label repulses people. It seems to mean, massage, yoga,...

I had the privilege to sing with the Montreal Intercultural Choir. I love human voices and the pleasure of sharing music is one of the most thrilling experience in my life! The very talented Laurie Ouelle was singing with me on...

Nature is amongst the best way for me to connect with my heart! I need that natural medicine to keep me grounded to the magnificence and abundance of life. In the silence of a breeze and the rays of sunshine, I feel the love in...

“Happiness is not something ready-made, it comes from your own actions.” ~His Holiness, the Dalai Lama As I was hiking the mountain with my dear husband today, we talked about how hard it is to understand that our...

I’m happy to present you this colorful new age music video : Let your Soul be transported by “Calling the Soul”. Julie from UK created this beautiful Diamond Light Code Transmission featuring 2 of my songs,...

Marcomé mixing New Age MusicWhen I’m working in studio mixing new age music, I can literally spend tons of hours. It’s a deep passion or maybe I’m a bit crazy! I love sculpting sounds with what I consider my sound toys. I start...

Back in time with my favorite new age music albums It bubbled in my mind this weekend that I loved all kinds of New Age artists. As I was listening to music compilations I have done in the 90’s on a DAT Recorder, I...

Music and physical activities help me go through life. It reduces stress, reminding me that we’re not meant to suffer all the time! So when in need, a good cd and a walk will get me back to my center. Love needs nurturing!...

Patchou teaching me to relax!It occured to me that my dogs are helping me in some ways. Here is Patchou (derived from Patchouli), lying on the sofa, relaxed and happy to be! It reminds me to take it easy, enjoy a break and get...

If you have any interest in the new age genre, you’ve no doubt already identified some of the most compelling new age piano music.  For the most part, instrumental new age music is based on piano or keyboard melodies...

Welcome to Marcomé’s New Age Music Blog You may be wondering why I felt the need to start a new age music blog. After all, isn’t new age music about, well, music? Aren’t blogs supposed to be about pets or...

Exotic rhythms & percussive sounds bring the creation of New World music beats Nowadays the most interesting concoction is the making of New World music. It was inevitable. As some music genre became saturated with artists...

Evolution of spiritually acoustic electronic to New Age Music to… Are the stars aligned for a New Age Music revival? Something weird struck me over the holidays as this year came to a close…While looking at the current top...

Arabica Remixed Latest Remixes of Marcomé’s song Arabica are now available. Marcomé remixed Arbica into a Feel Good Remix and a Lounge Remix and a Dance Remix version. Listen to Arabica Remixed. Also available on Digital...