Tom Laskey dreamed of a career in music from the minute he began playing the guitar. He pursued his dream by studying at the University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. Tom paid his due as a professional musician by embarking on a 12 year stint performing live at restaurants, bars, and weddings in New York City. After starting a family with his wife Jean, they moved back to Cincinnati, OH  to began a successful staffing service while he put his music career on hold. Tom's love for music never faded and in 2000, he found a way to combine that love with his business world connections for the first time with the creation of Card+CD. To this date, Tom has produced nine soothing CD's, five of them have been released through Card+CD.

On some of the CD titles listed below you will be able to listen to a sampling by clicking on the name of the first track. If you do not hear anything it may mean that your speakers are turned off or you do not have an mp3 player installed on your computer. Windows Media Player is available for download at no charge at the following link  http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/default.asp Thank you and enjoy!

CD Titles and Track Listings

1. The Travelers, an easy beat on a twelve string guitar

2. Dual Guitars, melodic moments captured in the music's subtle spirit

3. Mandolin Pop, a cross between the mandolin of Vivaldi and bluegrass over a pop arrangement

4. Classical Guitar in E, back to the basics of classical guitar

5. Chorus and Strings, composed while writing his first symphony

6. Other side of the Curtain, Classical guitar tremolo

7. Slow Movement Guitar Concerto, The guitar and the strings share the spot light.

8. Moonlight, Beethoven's spirit passes through the guitar. 

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1. As it Is- This duet features two of Tom's favorite sounds- breathy guitar and lead guitar played on a classical guitar. The lead is emotional and works its way from high to low and back again.

2. Everyone is Here- Fuller arrangement with piano and fret-less bass and some really nice snare drum brush strokes in the mix.

3. You Can Hum It- Classical guitar slow duet- cooperative sharing of the theme and melody. 

4. Breathy and Beautiful- Two of Tom's favorite organic synthesized sounds. A breathy deep octave down doubled sound along with a guitar flute that has the most wonderful vibrato.

5. Rolling Along- A little quicker tempo and chordal movement give a lift.

6. Second Movement Suite in E- The first movement in the Suite is on Tom Laskey's "Serenity" CD. This is solo classical guitar. 

7. Guitar, Piano and Lead Guitar- Using the classical guitar right hand techniques on electric lead guitar brings out sustained melodies.

8. Guitar and Strings- Tom loves to write for strings and it shows. This is a light melodic piece. 

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Track Sequence:

1. Low Tide- an up-tempo, lyrical lead over a full arrangement

2. Hot Chocolate and Snow- an easy beat epitomizes Tom's hypnotic, relaxing style 

3. Aroma of Spring- a tribute to Chet Atkins who passed away recently

4. Victory- solo guitar plus lush strings produce a brooding and beautiful tone

5. Cascading Waves- a Bach Prelude in C with a viola part written by Tom resembles the soft breaking of waves on the beach                  

6. Constellations- stark piano solo is a first for Tom, since his primary instrument is the guitar

7. Tranquil Breezes- the breathy guitar hints at summer breezes

8. Sandy Beach- stunning guitar tremolo melody over orchestra, designed to be the slow movement of a guitar concerto                   

9. Walk in the Park- medium tempo, light percussion

10. Sunset- pizzicato strings disappear into deep stretched -out phrases

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Track Sequence:

 1. Dual Guitars (Serenity)- Melodic moments captured in the music's subtle spirit.

 2. Hot Chocolate and Snow (Simple Pleasures)- An easy beat epitomizes Tom's hypnotic, relaxing style

3. Tranquil Breezes (Simple Pleasures)- The breathy guitar hints at summer breezes.

4. Traveling in India (YOGASTEPS)- A medium tempo, acoustic guitar piece that compels movement.

5. Energy (YOGASTEPS)- The staccato sitar makes this an energetic and bright yoga classic.

6. Low Tide (Simple Pleasures)- An up-tempo, lyrical lead over a full arrangement

7. Focus (YOGASTEPS)- A chant with complex undertones.

8. As It Is (Harmony)- breathy guitar and lead guitar played on a classical guitar.

9. (Reprise) Traveling in India (YOGASTEPS)- A medium tempo, acoustic guitar piece that compels movement. 

10. Walk in the Park (Simple Pleasures)- Medium tempo, light percussions.

11. Slow Movement Guitar Concerto (Serenity)- The guitar and strings share the spotlight.

12. Eyes of Glory (YOGASTEPS)- Symphonic piece with very subtle Indian voices and instruments drifting in and out.

13. Moonlight (Serenity)- Beethoven's spirit passes through the guitar. 

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Featuring Six Brand New and Unreleased Compositions by Tom Laskey

Track Sequence:

1. Introduction (3 min) Tips from Julie about how to get the most out of Guided Imagery and Affirmations. (This track can be skipped after first play).

2. Wholesome Breathing (8:40 min) Exercises to calm and balance.

3. Magical Sea (11:30 min) Guided Imagery to Strengthen the mind/ body connection.

4. Affirmations (8:21 min) Uplifting present tense statements to assist in making positive changes. 

Julie Lusk, M.Ed. Composed and narrated Wholesome Relaxation. She is the author/ editor of the books 30 Scripts for Relaxation, Imagery, and Inner Healing Volumes One and Two,  Whole Person Press. Other books, articles and publications include Desktop Yoga"!, Perigee/ Putnam Books, Refreshing Journeys audiotape, Wellness Management Journal, National Commission on Wellness Newsletter, International Association of Yoga Therapists, Handi Book, Alive & Well video and audiotape, National and Virginia Associations of Student Personnel Administrators Journal, Prime of Life, Stress Relief and Relaxation Techniques, and Fitness Magazine.

Some of Julie's clients include P&G, Allstate Insurance Company, Fidelity Investments, General Electric, Federated Logistics, University of Cincinnati, University of Western Australia, James Madison University, University of Central Florida, American Heart Association, American Business Women's Association, American Red Cross, National Wellness Conference (16 years), National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine, Speaking of Women's Health"!, ABC-TV, NBC-TV, CBS-TV, and Fox- TV. 

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Be Calm, Clear Confident.  Listen to the Power of Presence to swiftly gain the benefits of mindfulness meditation with comfort and ease.  You will soon solve workplace stress and easily handle personal challenges and health issues.  Add a personal message inside and use this as a gift card. 

This CD has 3 exercises from Julie Lusk’s new book, Yoga Meditations. 

Track Sequence:

1. Introduction
   Tips to optimize your experience. 

2. Sinking into Sensation
   Feel delightfully alive, alert, and mindful.

3. Energy Breathing
   Achieve balanced, relaxed energy

4. Cultivate the Positive
   Establish wholesome traits in
   yourself. 

5. Everybody is Here
   Beautiful music by Tom Laskey

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This is the second Guided Imagery collaboration between Tom Laskey and Julie Lusk M.Ed. Due to the incredible demand created by Wholesome Relaxation Tom and Julie have created a second Guided Imagery CD titled Wholesome Energizers.

This combines the soothing and relaxing instrumental music of Tom Laskey with guided imagery by Julie Lusk M.Ed. The four tracks on this CD take you through the guided imagery process and leave you feeling rested, rejuvenated, and ready for the rest of the day. Listen often to release stress, refresh your outlook, and feel calm and balanced.

Track Sequence:

1. Introduction ( 2:34 min) Tips from Julie about how to get the most out of listening to Wholesome Energizers.  May skip after first play.
2. Squeeze Stress Away ( 13:20 min) Guided relaxation exercise to stimulate your energy.
3. Woodland Walk ( 16:04 min) Guided imagery is used to renew your vitality.  It features an enjoyable walk in the woods
4. Your Garden ( 16:20 min) Guided imagery and affirmations are used in a garden scene for cultivating qualities to reclaim health and inner strength.

Julie Lusk, M.Ed. Composed and narrated Wholesome Relaxation. She is the author/ editor of the books 30 Scripts for Relaxation, Imagery, and Inner Healing Volumes One and Two,  Whole Person Press. Other books, articles and publications include Desktop Yoga"!, Perigee/ Putnam Books, Refreshing Journeys audiotape, Wellness Management Journal, National Commission on Wellness Newsletter, International Association of Yoga Therapists, Handi Book, Alive & Well video and audiotape, National and Virginia Associations of Student Personnel Administrators Journal, Prime of Life, Stress Relief and Relaxation Techniques, and Fitness Magazine.

Some of Julie's clients include P&G, Allstate Insurance Company, Fidelity Investments, General Electric, Federated Logistics, University of Cincinnati, University of Western Australia, James Madison University, University of Central Florida, American Heart Association, American Business Women's Association, American Red Cross, National Wellness Conference (16 years), National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine, Speaking of Women's Health"!, ABC-TV, NBC-TV, CBS-TV, and Fox- TV. 

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Wave Breaks is a collection of sounds that will take you back to your favorite ocean vacation. Tom Laskey has composed almost an hour of soothing sounds to give you a stress from a hectic day or gently drift you off to sleep at night. Relax. Rejuvenate. Enjoy.

Take a Break with the calming of the ocean and transport yourself to the magical place where the land meets the sea.

Track Sequence:

1. Surf (15 min)

2. Light Waves (28 min)

3. Waves during a short night rain (15 min)

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Rain is a collection of rain tracks that will transport you to a relaxing summer thunderstorm.  With tracks that contain occasional distant thunder, blowing wind and the sound of rain on the roof so you will be able to choose the track that suits your mood and preferences.  This rain CD will make you happy to be indoors, warm, and content to fall fast asleep or just relax.

Track Sequence:

1. Medium Rain with Wind - The rain ebbs and flows and the occasional wind makes you want to pull the sweater a little tighter and be happy to be inside. (11:25)
2. Light Thunderstorm in the Distance with Rain (23:24)
3. Rain on a Tin Roof - For those times in your life when you waited out a cloudburst under the picnic shelter. (21:45)
   
   

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Track Sequence:

1. Angels From the Realms of Glory

2. It Came Upon the Midnight Clear

3. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 

4. We Three Kings of Orient Are

5. Away in a Manger

6. O Christmas Tree

7. O Come, All Ye Faithful

8. O Little Town of Bethlehem

9. Deck the Halls

10. Good King Wenceslas

11.Silent Night 

12. Jingle Bells

These twelve selections are public domain tunes that have survived because they are great pop tunes, simple but interesting at the same time. Many of these carols were derived from earlier folk song versions, and in later years were re-harmonized for 4 part vocal singing. Tom rolled back some of the harmonies to simpler earlier version. He also used early Beatles type rhythm guitar parts plus some instrumental variety.  

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Track (total CD run time: Jean= 16 minutes, bonus music= 10 minutes)

1. Brief introduction to Jean Peters

2. Jean welcome and brief topic overview

3. Prepare for the interview (appearance counts!)

4. Content of the interview: preparing the information you want to convey 

-prepare answers to questions

 -research the company

-thank interviewer, ask time frame, express interest

5. Job fair interviews

6. Phone interviews

7. Preparing for first day on job

Bonus Instrumental Music Tracks!

8. The Travelers from CD "Serenity"

9. Dual Guitars from CD "Serenity"

10.Guitar and Strings from CD "Harmony"

 

This Jean Peters' CD "After Graduation Career Guidance" is full of suggestions and tips for the newly graduated. It is a summary and condensed edition of many articles and editorials she has written on the subject. It is a great starting point or review for anyone who needs a refresher on the aspects to focus on while interviewing and preparing for a new job. Preparation and knowing what to expect are the biggest keys to successful interviewing- so we believe this will give you the edge in your job seeking and career experiences.

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For more information, contact us at TLASKEY@JMPSEARCH.com or  1-800-700-9265.