The development of his unique musical style evolved over many years during his frequent visits to other countries such as Spain, Turkey, Africa, South America and India. These journeys were inspired by a spiritual search that led him to experience meditation in India and creating music for various meditation techniques.

His music can best be described as relaxed world music. He performs on Spanish guitar, Indian bamboo flutes, African kora harp, hammered dulcimer and Native American flutes, all with equal ease and beauty, integrating these ancient instruments into a compelling contemporary sound.



"Shastro has proven himself as one of the more versatile perfomers in the realm of world fusion music - an artist who never fails to surprise and enchant with every sound-scape he creates." - Music Design In Review.

"Shastro specializes in music to drift away on - even his upbeat titles exude this relaxed soothing effect. To me Shastro represents the epitome of New Age Artists. His music is so gentle, sweet, and filled with light that to hear it is to smile and take a deep breath, no matter how tense and nervous you might be." - Steve Ryals - New Age Retailer