"Karen Olson is an artist who invites the depths of feeling, emotion and beauty to live in our listening hearts. As a great musician and a sensitive composer, she combines the richness of the viola with the inner warmth of peace and tranquility. "Seasons of the Soul" is a true panacea for stress." Don Campbell, author of The Mozart Effect and The Harmony of Health and Sound Spirit “Seasons of the Soul is 100% enjoyable, effortless listening...it was all performed with heart and soul..very egoless, sincere, and inspired." Barry Green, author of The Inner Game of Music "There is a striking presence in each sound of the CD Seasons of the Soul; each piece is a jewel. As I listen, it is calming and the music holds me still." Anna B., Musician "Karen’s music touches my soul. Waves of love and emotion flow outwards, enveloping all who hear her play. Her music speaks directly to the heart, opening and releasing emotions, filling the heart with love. Her music invokes a deep soul awakening, joy, purity, and healing for all to experience. Soar with her as she plays.... Thank you Karen for bringing your gifts to the world! Theresa Popiolek, Artist" Listen, go deep, breathe and go deeper. The eternal patterns of the seasons link us to our deep and timeless connections. Nature teaches us to flow through cycles, trusting that the process is full of purpose and meaning. Let the music invite you to listen to the singing of your soul. What patterns do you hear, what messages can you know? How does the music evolve as an accompaniment to new paths and new ways? Go deep, listen, follow and create. Rejoice in the fruition of your planted dreams. May peace be yours. Since I began playing the viola as a child, music's compelling and transformative power captured me and shaped my life. My deep life-long connection to nature and spirituality and my interest in integrating otherwise varied influences make me a unique musician and holistic healer. My passion is to share the beauty and power of music with others and to teach people how to participate in their own healing process using music as a tool. Thank you for your interest. Please visit my website and share in this process of evolving dreams. My bio: Karen Olson combines her background as a professional violist, Reiki master and holistic healer, offering various programs that connect people to the body, mind and spirit experience. Karen holds a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree from The Julliard School, a Master's Degree from Yale University and a Ph.D from New York University . Karen is a member of the New York Pops and has performed music throughout the world. She is a recording artist, a certified Theta Healing practitioner and teacher, and a HealthRhythms graduate. “Karen is a very amazing and powerful teacher, healer, musician and aligned being. She is a physical help in sharing her knowledge and tools for wellness. The peace within her heals people around her. Karen's compassion and alignment heals everyone she meets.” –Sheryl Blumenthal, Global Healing Foundation , Board of Directors ©Copyright 2007 Karen Olson