“Music is created by artist as a means of expression. What is being expressed and how this ‘what’ is expressed varies from artist to artist, much like the timbre of a singer’s voice or the way in which a guitar player bends his notes. In the case of the artists in Alma Desnuda, their ‘what’ is to, “promote kindness and embrace the fullness of the human spirit. With funky grooves, earthy percussion, and vocal harmonies, its fresh blend of rock appeals to most any audience bringing forth smiles and dancing. Four talented and tightly-bonded musicians strive to connect with their listeners to expand the reaches of their own songwriting while inspiring everyone they encounter to radiate positive energy. Their individual and combined works in spiritual exploration, natural healing, world travel, and volunteerism contribute to a sound that extends well beyond the music itself. And their showmanship leaves no crowd untouched.”

Quote courtesy of almadesnudalive.tumblr.com.

Follow Alma Desnuda at www.4NakedSouls.com or on Twitter at @AlmaDesnuda.

Today, ThinkARETE closed a deal to open its new office in the heart of Manhattan.  Our office will be located in the historic St. James Building on Broadway.  We are excited to take our organization to the next level in the city that never sleeps!

Architectural Landmark

When the St. James was built on the site of one of the 19th Century’s most elegant hotels, it stood in the heart of New York’s wealthiest neighborhood just across from Delmonico’s.

The area around the St. James, now called NoMad, has been experiencing a huge surge in popularity and the St. James is once again surrounded by the some of the finest hotels, residences, restaurants in the city.

The St. James was designed by renowned architect Bruce Price, who designed many of the Canadian Pacific Railway‘s Château-type stations and hotels, including the Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City. The St. James is a striking combination of stone, brick, terra cotta, iron and copper in the Beaux Arts style with extensive detailing inside and out. One of its original treasures — a lobby mural painted by the famous French decorating firm of Arthur Brounet is maintained in its original glory, one of the few remaining of the dozens of originals that adorned Manhattan theatres, hotels and residences.

The St. James was extensively restored and technologically upgraded by Kew Management in the 1980s and 90s and was highly celebrated on its 100th birthday in 1996.

(Excerpt Taken from: http://www.kewmanagement.com/properties/the-st-james/)