The Vigil by Rita Burnham
The Vigil is an album of beautiful acoustic songs composed by Rita Burnham with inspired words from Swami Paramananda's mystic poetry. Here are fifteen devotional songs to inspire a deeper connection with our spiritual being. Healing, awakening and affirming, the album as a whole is an uplifting journey into the deeper realms of heart and soul.
Tracklist
| 1. | The Vigil | 5:00 |
| 2. | The Wordless Song | 4:50 |
| 3. | I Am Filled | 4:38 |
| 4. | Sweet Comforter | 4:43 |
| 5. | Hold Fast to the End | 4:28 |
| 6. | Beloved Guide | 4:59 |
| 7. | Let All Souls Awake | 4:28 |
| 8. | My Soul Be Thou Patient | 6:11 |
| 9. | Transcendent Light | 4:38 |
| 10. | The Blessed Hour | 5:06 |
| 11. | Soar My Soul | 5:06 |
| 12. | In Thy Name | 4:31 |
| 13. | Thou Who Art | 5:17 |
| 14. | Turn Thy Face to Me | 5:13 |
| 15. | Inexpressible Joy | 5:09 |
Credits
released March 13, 2025
All music composed by Rita Burnham, all words from Swami Paramananda's mystic poetry, vocal accompaniment by Diane Crompton, Carolyn Banks, Barbara Paul, Gordon Burnham, violin by Suzanne Inwood, guitar and production by Gordon Burnham.
All music composed by Rita Burnham, all words from Swami Paramananda's mystic poetry, vocal accompaniment by Diane Crompton, Carolyn Banks, Barbara Paul, Gordon Burnham, violin by Suzanne Inwood, guitar and production by Gordon Burnham.
License
All rights reserved.
Music has been a vital part of the life of the Ananda Ashrama since it was founded by Swami Paramananda in 1923. The tradition of music in daily meditation services, public services and celebrations has continued to the present day. These songs are born of spirit, and for nearly 100 years musicians have given freely of their inspiring music, of which this website offers a sample.