Kitaro’s official YouTube channel has reached a milestone of 500,000 subscribers. We are sincerely grateful to all who have supported and continue to follow his music. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Kitaro has crafted iconic compositions that blend traditional Japanese instruments with electronic sounds, earning worldwide acclaim and numerous music awards. His music has inspired generations and continues to bring its healing and transformative power to audiences around the globe.
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Dave Eggar is an American cellist, pianist, composer, and arranger celebrated for his genre-crossing work spanning classical, jazz, pop, rock, and world music. A musical prodigy, he performed on Broadway and at the Metropolitan Opera by age seven and made his Carnegie Hall debut at fifteen. Trained at Juilliard and Harvard, Eggar has built a wide-ranging career that includes solo albums, film and studio work, and collaborations with artists such as Coldplay, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Pearl Jam, and Frank Ocean. A multiple Grammy nominee, he is known for seamlessly bridging concert music and contemporary popular styles.
Aurora Rising is a deeply personal album rooted in healing music and meditation. The cello and piano—representing two parts of the artist—intertwine in an intimate dialogue, guiding a journey toward self-acceptance, peace, and grace. Lyrics co-written with Amber Rubarth expand this arc, culminating in a final Shiva Asana track that leads the listener into a space of light. Created during Eggar’s return to New York and the resumption of full touring in the post-COVID era, the album reflects the courage to rediscover flow, recognize inner light, and welcome a new dawn of possibility, curiosity, and hope.
Produced by Chuck Palmer, a Brooklyn-based musician, producer, and composer whose work spans genres and mediums. A versatile drummer and percussionist, Palmer also writes, arranges, and conducts, and has collaborated with artists including Foreigner, Frank Ocean, Esperanza Spalding, RJD2, and Zayn Malik. He has contributed to Grammy-nominated projects, composes for film, tours internationally, and is active in residencies and collaborative works.
| T R A C K S | 01. Aurora Rising (featuring Kirsten Agresta-Copely) 02. Sad Boy Song 03. My Rainy Day (featuring Amber Rubarth) 04. My Heart In Winter 05. Safari (featuring Bristol Lightning) 06. A Moment In Time 07. Peace (Be With Me) (featuring Ashton Davison) 08. Emerge From The Ash (featuring Tete Boro and Hawkins French) 09. The Water’s Edge 10. New York Nights 11. You Are Light (featuring Christiane Szabo)
| C R E D I T S | Produced by Chuck Palmer and Andy Waldeck Mixed by Andy Waldeck and Brendan Muldowney Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire : Dino Malito Mastering : Gavin Lurssen Marketing + Promotions : Atsuko Mizuta, Tomoko Kakimoto Album Art + Design : Kio Griffith
This 12-track collection offers a luminous journey across cultures and inner landscapes, where each piece sparkles like stars scattered in the night. Beginning with quiet wonder, it flows through deep reflection and settles into the serene stillness of moonlight, creating an ideal soundscape for meditation, yoga, and healing.
The journey opens with Hiroki Okano’s “Starry Night,” featuring gentle rhythms that quiet the mind and invite presence. Dave Eggar’s “Afrika” grounds with warm, earthy tones, while Steve Anderson’s “The Girl With The Flaxen Hair” offers a tender moment perfect for breath work and emotional release.
Eastward melodies emerge with Yu-Xiao Guang’s “Hiten,” supporting gentle movement. Dino Malito’s “Street Spirit (Fade Out)” reimagines a classic as an intimate acoustic meditation. Kitaro’s “Moondance” brings celestial grandeur, and Shinji’s “The Guardian Angel” offers quiet protection.
Anderson’s “The Swan” flows into the expansive ambient textures of “Athabasca” by Dino Malito & Venedel. Seda Bagcan’s “One Moment Of Peace” grounds the body, while Dave Eggar’s “Memories Of NY” invites gentle reflection.
The playlist closes with Kitaro’s “Reflection Of The Moon,” a peaceful farewell that leaves you restored and at peace.
Healing is a sanctuary for heart, body, and spirit, blending East and West in a harmonious, healing soundscape.
| T R A C K S | 01. STARRY NIGHT by Hiroki Okano 02. AFRIKA by Dave Eggar 03. THE GIRL WITH THE FLAXEN HAIR by Steve Anderson 04. HITEN by Yu-Xiao Guang 05. STREET SPIRIT (FADE OUT) by Dino Malito 06. MOONDANCE by Kitaro 07. THE GUARDIAN ANGEL by Shinji 08. CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS, R. 125: XIII. THE SWAN by Steve Anderson 09. ATHABASCA by Dino Malito, Venedel 10. ONE MOMENT OF PEACE by Seda Bagcan 11. MEMORIES OF NY by Dave Eggar 12. REFLECTION OF THE MOON by Kitaro
| C R E D I T S | Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire, Compilation Producer : Dino Malito Mastering : Gavin Lurssen Marketing + Promotions : Atsuko Mizuta, Tomoko Kakimoto Album Art + Design : Kio Griffith
GRAMMY®-WINNING ARTIST KITARO CELEBRATES THE SEASON WITH REISSUE OF HOLIDAY MASTERPIECE PEACE ON EARTH
Beloved Christmas classics reimagined in Kitaro’s signature style—now available on limited edition gold-colored 180-gram vinyl
Los Angeles, CA – August 13, 2025 – Internationally acclaimed composer, musician, and Grammy® Award-winner Kitaro invites audiences into a world of serenity and wonder with the re-release of his celebrated holiday album Peace On Earth. First issued in 1996, this luminous collection of seasonal favorites returns in a newly remastered edition, presented on limited edition gold-colored 180-gram vinyl with redesigned artwork. Each vinyl purchase also includes a complimentary MP3 download.
Peace On Earth showcases Kitaro’s signature sound—an intricate fusion of synthesizers, lush orchestration, and traditional instruments—creating serene and uplifting interpretations of beloved Christmas carols and timeless seasonal classics. Drawing upon his hallmark New Age style, Kitaro breathes new life into “Silent Night,” “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring,” “O Holy Night,” and “Joy to the World,” weaving Eastern and Western traditions together with the angelic voices of an international children’s choir. The result is an expansive, cinematic soundscape that transcends genres and cultures.
“Music is a universal language,” says Kitaro. “With Peace On Earth, I wanted to capture the joy, reflection, and unity of the holiday season—something that speaks to people everywhere.”
Since its original release, Peace On Earth has become a seasonal classic, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Top New Age Albums chart and earning recognition as one of the most evocative holiday recordings of its era. This special vinyl edition has been meticulously remastered from the original source tapes for superior sound quality, ensuring every shimmering note and resonant chord is heard as Kitaro intended.
With its timeless arrangements and meditative beauty, Peace On Earth offers more than music—it’s an invitation to pause, reflect, and embrace the true spirit of the holidays.
| T R A C K S | 01. Jesu, Joy Of Man’s Desiring 02. Silent Night 03. Angels We Have Heard On High 04. Joy To The World / The First Noel 05. Little Drummer Boy 06. Jingle Bells 07. Rosa Mystica 08. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear 09. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 10. A La Nanita Nana 11. O Holy Night
| C R E D I T S | Produced by Kitaro and Gary Barlough Recorded by Gary Barlough and Peter R. Kelsey Mixed by Peter R. Kelsey Mastered by Doug Sax, Gavin Lurssen and Alex McCollough Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire : Dino Malito Graphic Design (Reissue) : Kio Griffith
Domo Records is pleased to announce that Kitaro will be performing live in September 2025, bringing his iconic music that has captivated audiences globally for generations. For tour dates and ticket information, please note the following schedule:
KYOUMEI – Harmonic Life by Hiroki Okano is a spiritually evocative and cinematic album that dissolves cultural and musical boundaries. Fusing sweeping orchestral arrangements with ancient Japanese instruments—most notably the rare Sanukite stone—and featuring vocals from Japan and Taiwan, the album unfolds as a heartfelt prayer for healing and harmony.
Rooted in the sacred landscapes of Sanuki, Japan, and created through global collaboration during a time of isolation, KYOUMEI offers a deeply personal yet universally resonant listening experience.
“I’ve followed Hiroki Okano’s music for decades and have always admired how his deep connection to nature and spirit translates into timeless, evocative soundscapes. With Kyoumei, the expands his musical palette, blending lush orchestral textures with the resonant tones of the Japanese Sanukite. The result is a profoundly spiritual and meditative journey—perfectly fitting for the ambient music legend he has become.” – Ron Korb, 2-time Grammy Nominee and Global Music Award “Best of Show” winner
“It is magnificent, Hiroki! The vocal choirs are sweeping and the ambitious compositions are supported by exquisite musicianship. My personal favorite track is ‘KYOUMEI – Harmonic Life’ — it is so life-affirming! Thank you for sharing this masterpiece with me. I will keep listening to it for a long time, I have no doubt.” – Madi Das, Grammy-Nominated Kirtan Artist / Producer / Musician
“This is the most beautiful, floating resonant album, excellent for meditation and reaching a sense of inner calm.” – Kitaro, Grammy Award and Golden Globe Award winner | T R A C K S | 01. Dear One’s Heart (Version 2 : Furusato) 02. Into The Mystic Forest 03. Rimpa Miyabi (Version 2) 04. Awakening Seeds – Ikujusai I 05. Winds Of Vitality – Ikujusai II 06. Transcending Ego 07. Eternal Gratitude – Ikujusai III 08. Kyoumei – Harmonic Life 09. Blissful Shine
| C R E D I T S | Arranged, Composed, Performed, Mixed and Produced by Hiroki Okano Mastered by Daichi Yuhara Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire : Dino Malito Calligraphy by Michiko Okano Art Direction by Takehiro Miura Cover Photo by Hiroyuki Nakano Production Manager : Junko Okano
“Classics For The Heart – Love” by Steve Anderson is a beautifully curated collection of piano arrangements that brings to life the emotional depth of masterpieces by composers such as J.S. Bach, Handel, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Liszt, Chopin and Tchaikovksy. Each track invites listeners into a world of warmth and nostalgia, creating vivid emotional landscapes through rich, evocative tonalities.
The album captures the essence of romance and passion with its poetic movements, making it more than just a listening experience—it’s a journey into profound emotional exploration. Perfect for moments of reflection or relaxation, this collection serves as a soothing companion for anyone seeking beauty and introspection in music.
| T R A C K S | 01 The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846 02. Minuet And Dance Of The Blessed Spirits 03. Xerxes, HWV 40: Act 1, Largo “Ombra Mai Fu” 04. Piano Sonatina in G Major, Anh. 5: No. 1, Moderato 05. Les Érinnyes, Op. 10: No. 5, Mélodie-Elégie 06 A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Op. 61: VII. Notturno 07. Consolations, S. 172: No. 3 in D-Flat Major, Lento Placido 08. Nocturnes, Op. 9: No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Andante 09. Adagio in G Minor 10. Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59: “Für Elise” 11. Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach: Minuet in G Major, BWV Anh. 116 12. Children’s Album, Op. 39, TH 141: No. 22, Song Of The Lark 13. Woodland Sketches, Op. 51: No. 1, To A Wild Rose 14. Canon in D Major, P. 37
| C R E D I T S | Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire : Dino Malito Music Consultant : Mitch Rabin Mastering : Gavin Lurssen at Lurrsen Mastering, Burbank, California Marketing + Promotions : Atsuko Mizuta, Tomoko Kakimoto Graphic Design : Kio Griffith
An Enchanted Evening is a live concert album recorded during Kitaro’s 1995 world tour, featuring powerful renditions of his most iconic works. The album offers an immersive journey through atmospheric and ethereal soundscapes, capturing the essence of Kitaro’s signature style. Widely regarded as a milestone in his career, the tour highlights his extraordinary talent for creating a deep emotional resonance with his audience through music.
Marking the 30th anniversary of this landmark live album release, the Deluxe Edition Remaster of An Enchanted Evening features previously unreleased live recordings including “Caravansary,” “Cosmic Love” and “Winds Of Youth” as well as an exclusive interview with Kitaro.
The album is newly remastered from the original source tapes.
| T R A C K S | 01. Chant From The Heart 02. Spirit Of Taiko 03. Kokoro 04. Caravansary 05. Fire 06. Interlude 07. Mandala 08. Planet 09. Dance Of Sarasvati 10. Silk Road 11. Cosmic Love 12. Winds Of Youth 13. Heaven & Earth 14. Interview with Kitaro
| C R E D I T S | Composed and Arranged by Kitaro Produced by Kitaro and Gary Barlough Mixed by Peter Kelsey Mastered by Gavin Lurssen Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire, Digital Editing Engineer : Dino Malito Graphic Art + Design : Kio Griffith
The Light Of The Spirit by Kitaro was originally released in 1987. It’s known for its tranquil, spiritual, and atmospheric sound, which blends elements of traditional Japanese music with electronic and new age influences. The album is one of Kitaro’s most iconic works, receiving widespread acclaim for its calming, meditative qualities.
The music on The Light of the Spirit takes the listener on a journey, evoking a sense of peace and connection with nature and the universe. Kitaro’s use of synthesizers, flutes, and percussion instruments gives the album a rich, textured sound that feels both ancient and modern. It also reflects themes of spirituality and human experience, with the title itself suggesting a quest for enlightenment and inner peace.
In 1988, “The Field” received a Grammy nomination for Best New Age Performance. It became Kitaro’s first nomination by the Recording Academy and this milestone was widely recognized as a significant contribution to the New Age music genre.
This album was remastered from the original audio recordings.
| T R A C K S | 01. Mysterious Encounter 02. Sundance 03. The Field 04. The Light Of The Spirit 05. In The Beginning 06. Moondance 07. Howling Thunder 08. Journey To A Fantasy
| C R E D I T S | Composed, Arranged and Mixed by Kitaro Produced by Kitaro and Mickey Hart Recorded by Tom Flye Mixed by Kitaro Mastered by Tim Gennert Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire : Dino Malito Graphic Art + Design : Kio Griffith
“Classics for the Heart – Calm” by Steve Anderson is a beautifully curated collection of piano arrangements that brings to life the emotional depth of masterpieces by composers such as Chopin, Beethoven, Ravel, and Debussy. Each track invites listeners into a world of warmth and nostalgia, creating vivid emotional landscapes through rich, evocative tonalities.
The album captures the essence of romance and passion with its poetic movements, making it more than just a listening experience—it’s a journey into profound emotional exploration. Perfect for moments of reflection or relaxation, this collection serves as a soothing companion for anyone seeking beauty and introspection in music.
| T R A C K S | 01. Rêverie, L. 68 02. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. Allegretto 03. Deux Arabesques, L. 66: No. 1 in E Major 04. Trois Gymnopédies: No. 3, Lent Et Grave 05. Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7, Träumerei 06. On The Beautiful Blue Danube, Op. 314 07. The Seasons, Op. 37a: X. October, “Autumn Song” 08. Schwanengesang, S. 560: No. 7, Ständchen 09. Carnival Of The Animals, R. 125: XIII. The Swan 10. The Girl With The Flaxen Hair 11. 24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 in D-Flat Major, “Raindrop” 12. Wiegenlied, Op. 49: No. 4, Lullaby 13. Pavane Pour Une Infante Défunte, M. 19 14. España, Op. 165: No. 2, Tango
| C R E D I T S | Executive Producer : Eiichi Naito Artists + Repertoire : Dino Malito Music Consultant : Mitch Rabin Mastering : Gavin Lurssen at Lurrsen Mastering, Burbank, California Marketing + Promotions : Atsuko Mizuta, Tomoko Kakimoto Graphic Design : Kio Griffith
