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'Ding Dong Merrily on High' is a traditional Christmas carol based on French dance music. Lyrics were written by the English composer George Ratcliffe Woodward, who had an interest in church bell ringing, which is the subject of the carol. The tune itself is a much older one which was originally recorded in the 16th century by Jehan Tabourot in his study of French Renaissance social dance called Orchésographie. This recording offers a reading of the English-language lyrics followed by magical harp music based on the original melody composition.

This traditional Christmas carol is also known as 'The Basque Carol' or simply as 'Gabriel's Message'. It tells a story of Jesus' birth. Charles Bordes composed the tune while researching traditional Basque music. He published several of these traditional songs, and some were popularised elsewhere in Europe. This recording offers a reading of the English-language text followed by magical harp music based on original composition.

The Key West quail-dove was discovered on Key West, and that is how the bird received its name. Today this bird is only a rare visitor to Florida from islands in the Caribbean. It walks under very dense cover and is often difficult to find even where it is common. This audio recording features Key West quail birdsong in its natural habitat together with other birds of tropical islands.

Indian mynah is a small starling bird native to Asia. Mynah is fairly energetic in its lifestyle and vocalisations. They often can be seen in large groups around trees. Their natural habitat increased dramatically in recent years. From their traditional Asian terrain, they migrated to many tropical islands including Maldives, Seychelles, Canaries, Hawaii, St Helena and many others. Their vocalisations include croaks, squawks, chirps, clicks, whistles and even growls. This recording offers a chorus of these energetic birds from one of the tropical islands. This is a fairly busy and energetic birdsong.

Seaside and the sounds of ocean waves is one of the most relaxing experiences. Memories of holidays suddenly become alive and that perfect evening just after sunset when crickets start their gentle tunes. This audio recording features both those enigmatic ocean waves and relaxing evening song of seashore crickets.

Crickets are truly magical creatures. Not only is their iconic chirping often a pleasant evening song during warm mellow summer nights in the country, but in many cultures crickets are associated with good luck, hope and even wealth. Crickets are beloved in Japan, especially for their musical songs. In Brazil, some species are considered to be signs of hope or incoming wealth. Charles Dickens wrote a tale called The Cricket on the Hearth that featured a cricket acting as a household's guardian angel. This recording features gentle cricket chirping accompanying various birds of wild grasslands.

The coyote is smaller than its close relative the gray wolf and slightly smaller than the closely related eastern wolf and red wolf. The coyote holds title of being the most vocal of all wild North American mammals. Both strength and range of vocalizations are among the most complex among such animals. The familiar coyote howl is also known as its greeting song, which forms part of the final act of a complex greeting ceremony. It is the most iconic sound of the coyote.

The Vesper Sparrow can be found in both open spaces and bushy woodland. The male sings from a higher perch, such as a shrub or fence post. The musical song begins with two pairs of repeated whistled notes and ends in a series of trills. In summer, its clear song may be heard at any time of day but it sings most impressively in the evening. This recording offers continuous Vesper Sparrow birdsong recorded in its natural habitat of grasslands together with other birds and ground creatures.

Waterways and wetlands provide rich environments for birds of all kinds to establish their habitats and nesting and hunting grounds. These wetlands and prairies live in the richness and diversity of birdsong of all kinds. This ambient soundscape offers choruses of birds from wetlands and waterways recorded in their natural habitats. You will be able to hear larks, doves, coots, geese, mallards and many other beautiful calls and melodious birdsong.

The clear whistled song of the Eastern Meadowlark can be heard in spring not only in the East of North American but also in desert grasslands of the Southwest. The song of this bird is of pure, melancholy whistles, which is simpler than the busier and flutey song of the Western Meadowlark. The black 'V' shaped patch on its chest also distinguishes the Eastern Meadowlark. This ambient soundscape offers the Western Meadowlark's birdsong recorded in its natural habitat together with other birds, insects and other ground creatures.

The Carolina Turtledove has one of the most familiar bird sounds adding elements of warmth and familiarity to natural forest ambience. This bird is known by many names. From southern Canada to central Mexico, Europe and other parts of the world this dove is abundant in open country and woodlands. This recording of woodland birdsong is accompanied by gentle cooing of Carolina Turtledoves.

The Gilded Flicker combines some elements from both the yellow-shafted and red-shafted forms of Northern Flicker. Gilded Flicker is slightly smaller than either, and it nests in holes in giant saguaro cactus. Gilded Flicker adds character and punch to the beautiful chorus of birds recorded in American forests and lowlands.

The Western Meadowlark can be found in grasslands, prairies, pastures, and abandoned fields, all of which may be found across western and central North America, as far south as northern Mexico. Similar to the Eastern Meadowlark in appearance, this bird is recognised by its very different song and call-notes. This ambient soundscape offers the Western Meadowlark's birdsong recorded in its natural habitat together with other birds, insects and other ground creatures.

Gods seem to be around during the best waves of your life. And this could not be more true whether you are surfing or simply listening in on the magical ocean wave music. This recording will bring you to this world of long, lush waves where it is all too easy to forget your daily problems. So relax, and get lost in the rolling and whispering waves, each with its own unique character.

What makes ocean waves so addictive? The ancient wisdom that being near the seaside is good for your health turns out of be true for many of us. And the sound of ocean waves provides excellent relaxation and regeneration benefits. The notion that being near a beach makes one feel healthy is not new, of course. Doctors were prescribing trips to the sea as early as the 18th century.

According to Plato the sea cures all ailments of man. The healing powers of the sea have been known and used since ancient times. In today's hectic times being physically by the sea is often limited to a week's holiday. Many holistic benefits of the sea can still be enjoyed through this audio recording which captures the full spectrum of long ocean wave frequencies and delivers listeners to the promised sea land.

Life satisfaction and overall wellbeing is often enhanced after stopping to watch a glorious sunset, when for a few minutes the sky is a spectacle of colour. Sunset may only last a few moments, but the psychological effects of admiring the sunset may persist long after the colour has faded. Ocean waves splashing in the warm light and the beauty of the setting sun produce a similar impact and enhance these psychological benefits further.

Pacific Wrens are given much credit for their beautiful, sophisticated singing. They have even been called masters of song complexity - and for good reason, too. For such tiny birds, their singing is remarkably impressive: their entire body shakes with sounds when they sing, and these good vibrations resonate across evergreen forests where they live. You will never tire of them, as they produce many variations of their melodious tunes.

Riding a wave is a breathless experience. Sun, salt and sand are a truly virtuous blend. This recording will bring you to this world of long, lush waves where it is too easy to forget your daily problems and face bigger challenges such as long, tall waves.

The barred owl is native to Eastern North America. It is a nocturnal bird with rich baritone hooting calls. Members of a pair often use such hooting sounds to talk to each other. Although the bird is mostly nocturnal, it will also call and even hunt in the daytime. Owl calls have specific deep and mysterious character. This recording offers continuous barred owl bird calls recorded in their natural habitat, together with other birds and forest creatures.