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chanting, listen quietly and then discuss. Play pop artists’ songs that borrow traditional <strong>Tibet</strong>an instruments<br />

and chants as part <strong>of</strong> their fusion sound. How has the prayer been changed by the pop artist?<br />

Research pop artists’ involvement with the <strong>Tibet</strong>an cause (e.g. Beastie Boys). How are they involved? Do<br />

you think fans understand this when they buy their music?<br />

Suggested cd: Mantra Mix: <strong>Tibet</strong>an Refuge Benefit Album featuring Kula Shaker, Philip Glass, Madonna,<br />

Moby, Natalie Merchant, Sinead O’Connor, etc. and two tracks <strong>of</strong> traditional chants by the Dalai Lama<br />

and the Namgyal Monks. Released by Narada World, 2000. (www.narada.com; www.mantramix.com)<br />

There are many cd’s <strong>of</strong> traditional <strong>Tibet</strong>an music. Look for cd’s by the monks <strong>of</strong> Drepung Loseling as well<br />

as Gyuto Monastery. Suggested cd: The Gyuto Monks - Freedom Chants from the Ro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> the World.<br />

Released by Rycodisc, 1989. RCD 20113.

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