The Seven Chakras

THE SEVEN CHAKRAS was composed in 2004, commissioned by the Spiegel String Quartet and De Singel in Antwerp. In 2009, Wim Henderickx also wrote a version for saxophone quartet. The work forms the first part of the Tantric Cycle, a series of compositions based on Eastern philosophy and Buddhism. They are a continuation of compositions such as the three Ragas. THE SEVEN CHAKRAS is a work that can be performed with live electronics. The integration of lighting effects is also possible for live performances. The composition consists of seven parts: 1. Muladhara (Earth) 2. Svadhisthana (Water) 3. Manipura (Fire) 4. Anahata (Air) 5. Vishuddha (Ether) 6. Ajna (Third Eye) 7. Sahasrara (Lotus) Each of the parts has an extra-musical source of inspiration. Suggestive elements aim to bring the listener into a meditative, contemplative atmosphere.