1) Ataraxia was a pseudon… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named Ataraxia:
1) Ataraxia was a pseudonym used by experimental electronic musician Mort Garson only on his 1975 album "The Unexplained: Electronic Musical Impressions of the Occult".
2) Ataraxia, formed in 1985, is a neofolk / neoclassical band from Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy, that combines modern technology with archaic instrumentation over various media. They describe their music as a cross "between sacred and profane, ethereal and neoclassic, contemporary and early music." Their work has often involved research into European legends and Classical mythology. Contemplation, dreamy experiences, elegiac atmospheres, ritual movements float in a mysterious garden where contemporary textures of notes meet the embracing echo of classic sounds. Their lyrics are written in many ancient and contemporary languages (such as Latin, French, German, English, and their native Italian) as they try to bring to the surface the hidden treasures and revelations of each. Many of their performances take place in locations the band professes to possess specific spiritual qualities. Since their beginnings in the late 1980s, they have recorded over 20 original LPs every one presenting its own original concept. To name just a few, La Malédiction d'Ondine (1995) deals with female spirits of water and earth; while “Llyr” (2010) tells the story of a divine being traveling through times and forms. Their last work Quasar (2020) is dedicated to 7 archangelic archetypes.
Some of their earlier long sold-out albums have been recently re-released with numerous bonus-tracks.
Band line-up:
Francesca Nicoli - vocals, flute, lyrics
Vittorio Vandelli - classic guitar, chitarra battente
Giovanni Pagliari - keyboards, piano
Riccardo Spaggiari - drums and percussions (darbouka, tar, caxixi, ghaval, daf, etc)
Official website: http://www.ataraxia.net/
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/atarassia
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ataraxia/13823036507?ref=ts
3) Ataraxia is a metal band from Woodcliff Lake, NJ, United States. http://www.reverbnation.com/ataraxia1
4) Ataraxia is a metallic crust band from Ruzomberok, Slovakia.
https://ataraxiark.bandcamp.com
https://www.facebook.com/ataraxiark
5) Ataraxia is a folk band from Germany.
Band line-up:
Herbert Storjohann - Acoustic Guitar, Blues Harp, Lead Vocals, Mandolin
Frank Ostersehlt - Backing Vocals, Keyboards
Klaus Gärtner - Flute, Backing Vocals, Acoustic Bass
The Gentle Sleep
Ataraxia Lyrics
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Oh grave, where is thy victory?
Sleep on beloved
sleep on beloved
your gentle sleep
Ici repose un ange
loved beyond expression...
The lyrics to Ataraxia's song The Gentle Sleep are centered around death and the peacefulness that surrounds it. The first two lines make biblical references to death and the afterlife. The singer challenges death, questioning where its strength lies, and also challenges the grave, wondering where its victory can be found. The implication here is that there is no strength or victory in these things; they are merely a passage to another state of being.
The remainder of the song focuses on the deceased. The singer implores them to rest in a gentle, peaceful sleep. The final line, "Ici repose un ange, loved beyond expression," is in French and translates to, "Here lies an angel, loved beyond expression." The use of French adds an air of mystique to the song and furthers the theme of transcendence.
Overall, the lyrics to Ataraxia's The Gentle Sleep are an ode to the beauty and tranquility that can be found in death. It views it as a natural transition and even a release from the burdens of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh death, where is thy sting?
Oh death, why do you hold no fear and pain?
Oh grave, where is thy victory?
Oh grave, why do you no longer have the power to triumph?
Sleep on beloved
Rest in peace, dear one
sleep on beloved
continue your peaceful slumber
your gentle sleep
the softness and calmness of your rest
Ici repose un ange
Here lies an angel
loved beyond expression...
who was cherished immensely and immeasurably...
Contributed by Harper F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-qt9vn1yj8x
Francesca Nikoli, a singing Goddess!
@ambulanza
Beyond reason, beyond sound, beyound beauty. I cried listening at this, thinking at my lost love thanks Ataraxia
@aaluma
La letra esta basada en un epitafio de una tumba solitaria....es tan melancólicamente hermoso. Desde la primera vez que escuche a Ataraxia me enamoré de la soledad y no tube miedo de la tristeza. Es un tema realmente bello....desde el epitafio hasta la música en su estructura .......introducción del piano tan melancólica.....y su final con tendencias medievales.
@josetovar5715
sabia que habia escuchado eso antes... tu comentario me dio una pista ... hoy se que viene de 1 Corintios 15:55. Saludos
@hissingatrocity
one of my absolute fav songs and one of my favs by ataraxia!
@1234dommel
Ici repose un ange...loved beyond any expression. What a spectacular song! This album catches the mood of ancient greece and sapfo putting some dark gothic elements in it. One of the most erotic albums ever...
@DeadPoetsSocietyX
Ataraxia'Music is an upsetting delight. Every time i listen to them i'm full of ecstatic thrills.
@MrDomm777
Espectacular, siumplemente magnifica Francesca y Ataraxia..gracias por su bella musica
@Eleanan
Ataraxia sigue consiguiendo que se me ponga los pelos de punta cuando escucho la voz de Francesca. OS ADORO!!
@Joakim4803
questo è veramente uno dei migliori brani di Ataraxia, musica e composizione sorprendende, non si sa mai quale sarà il proseguimento della canzone, che energia !