This collection from new age label New Earth Records offers nine meditative tracks from a variety of different artists on their roster. Much of New Earth's music is intended for healing, relaxation, and wellness and music here is largely curated for meditative use. The more Eastern-leaning tracks like Naren's lovely sitar and cello-aided chant "Shiva Pranam" and Chinmaya Dunster's "New Moon" are as affecting as they are soothing, making the three instrumental soundscapes from new age mainstay Deuter feel a bit bland in comparison. From track to track, Presence plays a bit unevenly, but as a meditation tool, its edges are smooth enough to allow an overall sense of flow.