Tom Teasley

Dreams of India (2015)

Dreams of India is a vibrant sonic tapestry that explores the spiritual depth and rhythmic complexity of Indian classical music through the lens of global jazz. Released in 2015, this acclaimed album finds Tom Teasley blending traditional Indian percussion motifs with modern improvisational language, creating a hypnotic and richly textured listening experience. Drawing inspiration from his travels and cross-cultural collaborations, Dreams of India is both a personal meditation and a musical homage.

Across its twelve tracks, the album invites listeners into a world of layered rhythms, ambient soundscapes, and soulful melodies. Standout pieces like “Om Tat Sat” and “Fire Dance” illustrate Teasley’s mastery of instruments such as tabla, frame drums, and electronic looping, all while channeling the meditative qualities inherent in Indian raga. With each composition, Teasley creates not just music, but atmosphere — evoking temples at sunrise, winding markets, and the timeless stillness of the sacred Ganges.

Dreams of India earned the World Music Recording of the Year award and has been praised for its originality and emotional resonance. It reflects Teasley’s lifelong dedication to uniting musical traditions through respect, curiosity, and technical excellence. His ability to move seamlessly between jazz phrasing and classical Indian time cycles offers a listening experience that is intellectually rich and spiritually nourishing.

Available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music, Dreams of India stands as a signature work in Tom’s expansive catalog. Whether experienced as background ambiance or studied with headphones in a quiet room, the album continues to connect audiences with something deeper — a rhythm that transcends borders and speaks to the universal pulse of the human spirit.