Doug Frohman

I've always been interested in the spirit of things - what they are in their essence. In college I happened upon a course in Kundalini Yoga which resulted in discovering a spiritual tradition over 5,000 years old. I was mightily impressed with its discipline, scientific precision and the amazing expansion these practices provided. 

My subsequent explorations resulted in relationships with Masters of these ancient traditions including Yogi Bhajan, Chogyam Trungpa, Reshad Feild, Carlos Castenada and ultimately, John-Roger. Each in their own way provided a practical approach to living in higher awareness that has only increased in value and dimension with the passing years.  

A musician since my teenage years, I was equally inspired by rock and jazz. A musical turning point came in 1968 with Miles Davis' "In a Silent Way". Calling it "Directions in Music", Miles' all-star lineup produced a smoothly flowing, long-form jazz fugue incorporating layered keyboards, steadily pulsing bass & drums with trumpet, sax and John McLaughlin's elegant guitar swooping in and out. 

My artistic practice began around 1975 amidst immensely difficult circumstances. Inspired by Kandinsky, DeKooning & Jasper Johns I began forging the path I continue today.

The twin fields of music and art both provide rich fields of potential and experience, of giving and receiving. Each work builds upon the last carrying forward ideas and insights one gathers along the way. The ultimate aim is to push forward into pure inspiration and inspire others as a result of that effort.  

My current work can be seen on www.DougFrohman.com and heard on www.PriorWorld.com.