SHAMBHU SESSIONS

Neil Vineberg
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Inspiring discussions with musicians, artists, and visionaries of our time. Hosted by acclaimed guitarist Shambhu Neil Vineberg, this podcast explores the creative process, personal journeys, and the timeless power of music and art to uplift and transform. Each episode invites listeners into heartfelt conversations that blend inspiration, artistry, and life wisdom. 🎶 Listen to Shambhu's music at shambhumusic.com

  1. Oct 9

    Kimberly Haynes on Love, Loss & Into the Light | S2 E15

    How does a song written for a loved one become music that inspires others? Singer-songwriter Kimberly Haynes joins Shambhu for a heartfelt conversation about her musical journey and the stories behind "Into the Light," an album dedicated to her late husband, Brian. She reflects on the spiritual practices that sustained her through caregiving and loss. From singing jazz in Japan to serving for 25 years as a cantorial soloist in Los Angeles, Kimberly's experiences have shaped her approach to music as a source of inspiration and spiritual connection. We explore her songwriting retreat for "Awaken Me," her collaborations with producers David Vito Gregoli and Todd Boston, who also mixed and mastered "Into the Light," and her work supporting others experiencing grief. It's a conversation about finding your voice, living your values, and making music from the experiences that change you. Explore Kimberly's music and "Into the Light": https://www.kimberlyhaynesmusic.com Watch more Shambhu Sessions: https://shambhumusic.com/podcast You can also watch episodes of Shambhu Sessions at https://NewAgeNotes.com. Special thanks to Dyan Garris. If this conversation moves you, please like, subscribe, and share Shambhu Sessions.

  2. Oct 1

    Gina Leneé on Bloom, Will Ackerman & Finding Hope Through Music | S2 E14

    Pianist and composer Gina Leneé joins me on Shambhu Sessions to share the stories behind her music, her recordings with Will Ackerman and Tom Eaton, and her deeply personal solo piano album, Bloom. Gina speaks openly about turning to the piano during a painful chapter in her life—and creating music that helped her move toward healing while offering hope to others. We explore how she composes by ear, hearing melodies in her mind and capturing them on her phone before committing them to memory. Her recording career began with a simple wish: to preserve the songs she had written for her daughters. That family keepsake became her debut album, From the Heart, and opened the door to a life of recording, performing, and bringing people together through music. In our conversation, we also discuss: • Growing up in a musical home and discovering the piano at four • The songs she wrote for her daughters—and a surprise ballet performance • Meeting Will Ackerman and recording at Imaginary Road Studios • Learning to give the music space, breath, and time • Red Diamonds, Revealed, and the spontaneous arrival of Finding Me Again • Recording Bloom with Joe Bongiorno at Piano Haven in Sedona • Harmony House, her home and intimate concert venue in Fresno • Her music for the short film Fresno and its film-score award nomination • Encouraging young people to learn an instrument and find their own voice   CONNECT WITH GINA LENEÉ Explore Bloom, her other recordings, and upcoming performances: https://ginalenee.com/ SHAMBHU SESSIONS Watch more conversations: https://shambhumusic.com/podcast Watch, Listen and follow: https://pods.to/s2e14 EXPLORE SHAMBHU'S MUSIC https://shambhumusic.com/ Watch episodes of Shambhu Sessions at newagenotes.com. #GinaLenee #ShambhuSessions #SoloPiano #WillAckerman #Bloom

  3. Sep 8

    Paul Adams: Turning Limitation Into a Unique Musical Voice | S2 E13

    Composer, multi-instrumentalist and instrument maker Paul Adams joins Shambhu Sessions for a deeply inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity and the healing power of music. After a devastating accident cost him portions of three fingers on his fretting hand, Paul had to completely relearn the guitar. By embracing open tunings and developing his own technique, he transformed a profound limitation into the distinctive musical voice that has helped his recordings earn more than 140 million streams on Pandora. Paul discusses his recent releases "Sundown for Cosmic Cowboys," "Happy Man" and "Deep Resonance"; his collaborations with Australian pianist, vocalist and flugelhorn player Elizabeth Geyer; and his distinctive fusion of new age, ambient, jazz, Americana and music from around the world. We also explore: • Growing up with Louis Armstrong, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Ravi Shankar • Building instruments for Daryl Hall and a member of Stevie Wonder's band • Combining the American prairie with the sounds of sitar, dobro and harmonica • Collaborating remotely with Zambian kalimba musician Mufrika Edwards • His award-winning albums Imaginings, Sanctuary and A Journey of Dreams • Using nature as part of the compositional process • What 35 years working in mental health taught him about music, anxiety and healing • Why artistic honesty matters more than conventional ideas of success Paul also demonstrates the handmade electric sitar that has become an important part of his sound. Learn more about Paul Adams and explore his music: https://pauladams.org/ Discover Elizabeth Geyer: https://elizabethgeyer.com/ Explore Shambhu Sessions: https://shambhumusic.com/podcast Listen and follow: https://pods.to/ss If you enjoy this conversation, please like, subscribe and share Shambhu Sessions. #PaulAdams #ShambhuSessions #NewAgeMusic #WorldMusic #AmbientMusic

  4. Aug 12

    Matteo Palmer on Guitar, Game Scores & Finding Your Musical Voice / S2 E12

    Composer, guitarist, pianist, and producer Matteo Palmer joins Shambhu for an inspiring conversation about creativity, musical identity, and building a life in music. Matteo's journey began with classic-rock guitar riffs. A concert by fingerstyle legend Alex de Grassi opened the door to the music of Windham Hill, Will Ackerman, Michael Hedges, and George Winston. Today, his work spans contemplative solo guitar, progressive funk, orchestral composition, electronic music, and soundtracks for games including Geometry Dash, Exark, and Melvor Idle 2. Matteo shares the story behind his deeply personal solo guitar album, Keepsakes, Vol. 1—a collection of newly recorded pieces drawn from 15 years of music. He also explains how he builds orchestral game scores from piano sketches and preserves his own musical voice while composing for someone else's world. The conversation also explores Cosmic Traveler, Matteo's funk and progressive-rock collaboration with Brian Joseph Casey under the name Hues; his musical collaborations with Shambhu; and why human creativity, individuality, and soul matter more than ever in the age of AI. In this episode: • Discovering fingerstyle guitar through Alex de Grassi • The influence of Will Ackerman and the Windham Hill sound • Why the space between notes matters • The story behind Keepsakes, Vol. 1 • Writing music for Geometry Dash, Exark, and Melvor Idle 2 • Matteo's piano-first approach to orchestral composition • Preserving your identity when composing for games • Creating funk and progressive rock with Hues • Collaborating with Shambhu on "Safe Haven" and "Infinite Eyes" • AI, artistic integrity, and the human soul in music • Building a sustainable creative career CONNECT WITH MATTEO PALMER Website: https://www.matteopalmermusic.com/ LISTEN TO "Infinite Eyes" from "Heart Awakening" - https://ffm.to/heartawakening LISTEN TO: "Safe Haven" from "The Minstrel's Return -  https://open.spotify.com/album/7uY0HctkXVDgsz0yFvwJ6N?si=AO9zzKQdQt-KsIyf7PkvkQ Listen to Keepsakes, Vol. 1 and Matteo's other releases on your favorite music platform. Explore Cosmic Traveler by Hues on the major streaming platforms: https://www.matteopalmermusic.com/ WATCH / LISTEN Shambhu Sessions: https://shambhumusic.com/podcast ABOUT SHAMBHU SESSIONS Shambhu Sessions features inspiring conversations with musicians, artists, and visionaries of our time. Hosted by guitarist and composer Shambhu, the podcast explores creativity, personal transformation, and the human stories behind the art. If this conversation moves you, please like the video, subscribe, and share it with someone who loves music and the creative process. Stay open. Stay inspired. And keep listening.

  5. Jun 24

    Tom Eaton on Ambient Music, Will Ackerman, AI & the Art of Deep Listening | S2 E11

    In this episode of Shambhu Sessions, I welcome Tom Eaton, a Grammy-nominated ambient musician, producer, recording engineer, mix engineer, and mastering engineer. Since 1993, Tom has helped countless artists shape their music into finished recordings, and since 2009 he has enjoyed a long creative partnership with legendary Windham Hill founder and producer Will Ackerman at Imaginary Road Studios. Together, Tom and Will have worked on more than a hundred albums, including my second release, Dreaming of Now, where Tom served as recording and mix engineer and co-producer with Will and me. In this conversation, Tom and I talk about his early musical influences, from George Winston and Tangerine Dream to Jean-Michel Jarre, Patrick O'Hearn, and the electronic music that shaped his ears. We also explore his years working with Will Ackerman, the making of Dreaming of Now, the Grammy-nominated album Brothers with Will Ackerman and Jeff Oster, and his latest collaboration with guitarist Vin Downes, until the light was gone. Tom shares wonderful insights into ambient music, mastering, creative intuition, musical collaboration, and what makes a recording feel emotionally alive. We also discuss AI in music, the difference between music that functions and music that carries the human heart, and why the artist behind the instrument still matters. Tom's career is a beautiful reminder that listening is not passive. Listening is part of the creative act. Learn more about Tom Eaton: https://tomeaton.net Listen to Tom's music: https://tomeaton1.bandcamp.com Learn more about Shambhu: https://www.shambhumusic.com

  6. Jun 10

    Corin Nelsen: The Art of Recording Great Performances from Windham Hill to Dolby Atmos

    Grammy Award-winning engineer, producer, mixer, mastering engineer, and Dolby Atmos specialist Corin Nelsen joins Shambhu Sessions for an inspiring deep dive into the art of recording music. Corin spent decades as chief engineer at the legendary Imaginary Road Studios alongside Will Ackerman, helping shape the sound of hundreds of influential acoustic and instrumental recordings. In this conversation, Corin shares stories from the Windham Hill era, the creation of Imaginary Road Studios, recording techniques, home studio advice, Dolby Atmos mixing, timeless recordings, and the emotional side of capturing great performances. Shambhu and Corin also revisit the recording of Shambhu's debut album Sacred Love, produced by Will Ackerman at Imaginary Road Studios. Topics include: • Building Imaginary Road Studios from the ground up • Working with Will Ackerman • Recording Eugene Friesen, Jeff Haynes & many others • Multi-mic recording techniques for acoustic instruments • Red light fever and helping artists relax in the studio • Dolby Atmos and immersive audio • Home studio acoustics and microphone placement • Why dynamics matter in timeless recordings • Thoughts on AI and the future of music Corin also shares remarkable behind-the-scenes stories from decades of recording sessions and explains why emotional authenticity matters more than technical perfection. Learn more about Corin Nelsen and SynchroSonic Productions:  https://www.corinnelsen.com/ Watch "The Making of Sacred Love" on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXhffem0gtamRCAHOE2KWfMVh7AEx_ay1&si=SXqEHmsn3E24Z8kB Listen to Shambhu's music and podcast archive: https://shambhumusic.com

  7. May 22

    Stanley Jordan: Magic Touch, Hendrix, The Dead & the Unity Behind the Music | S2 E9

    Jazz guitar visionary Stanley Jordan joins Shambhu Sessions for a deep and inspiring conversation about his origins, his revolutionary two-hand touch technique, and the musical openness that has shaped his extraordinary career. Stanley reflects on beginning with piano as a child, discovering guitar after hearing about Jimi Hendrix, developing his touch technique as a teenager, and studying music at Princeton with composers including Milton Babbitt and Paul Lansky. He also looks back on the breakthrough of Magic Touch, the landmark album that helped introduce his singular approach to the world. The conversation moves through Stanley's wide-ranging musical life, including his love of Hendrix, his tribute project Stanley Plays Jimi, his performances with Phil Lesh and the Grateful Dead musical universe, and his belief that improvisation is about connection that goes beyond the notes. Stanley also discusses his beautiful collaboration with legendary Brazilian musician Milton Nascimento on "Meditation," from his forthcoming album Feather in the Wind, and shares how the album became a meditation on change, loss, resilience, and artistic unity. This is a conversation about guitar, jazz, imagination, healing, and the deeper thread that connects a lifetime of music. Learn more about Stanley Jordan: https://stanleyjordan.com Learn more about Shambhu: https://www.shambhumusic.com

  8. Apr 21

    Steve & Chrissie Sheppard on One World Music Radio, New Age Music, and AI / S2 E8

    In this episode of Shambhu Sessions, I'm joined by Steve and Chrissie Sheppard, the founders of One World Music Radio, a global platform championing independent artists across new age, ambient, jazz, progressive rock, and more. Together, they share the story behind building a listener-supported station rooted in human curation, heart-centered music, and genuine artist advocacy.  We talk about how One World Music Radio began, what it means to bring people together through music, and why Chrissie and Steve believe that soulful, emotionally resonant music still matters deeply in a world increasingly shaped by algorithms and AI. They also discuss their monthly charts, artist awards, music reviews, radio programming, and what makes them stop and truly listen to a track.  This conversation also explores: the mission behind One World Music Radio how they support independent musicians their thoughts on AI-generated music vs. music from the heart the importance of storytelling, feeling, and authenticity in music their own creative work as musicians and recording artists  If you're an artist, fan of new age music, ambient music, independent radio, or thoughtful conversations about the future of music, this episode is for you.  Learn more about One World Music Radio: oneworldmusicradio.com If this episode speaks to you, please like, subscribe, and share Shambhu Sessions.

    Steve & Chrissie Sheppard on One World Music Radio, New Age Music, and AI / S2 E8
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Inspiring discussions with musicians, artists, and visionaries of our time. Hosted by acclaimed guitarist Shambhu Neil Vineberg, this podcast explores the creative process, personal journeys, and the timeless power of music and art to uplift and transform. Each episode invites listeners into heartfelt conversations that blend inspiration, artistry, and life wisdom. 🎶 Listen to Shambhu's music at shambhumusic.com

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  • Creator
    Neil Vineberg
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
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