released November 12, 2001

01. Coincidence (Chris Geith)
John Favicchia – Drums
David Mann – Tenor Sax
Chris Geith – Keys & Synth programming

02. Pyramid (Harvie Swartz)
John Favicchia – Drums
Steve Khan – Guitar
Harvie Swartz – Vertical Bass
Tim Regusis – Keys
Mark Gatz – Soprano Sax

03. Antes Te estremeces (John Favicchia)
John Favicchia – Drums
Cristian Rivera – Congas

04. Te estremeces (Mario Cazeneuve)
John Favicchia – Drums & Clave
Harvie Swartz – Vertical Bass
Mario Cazeneuve – Keys & Vocals
Mark Gatz – Soprano Sax & Tenor Sax
Carl Fischer – Trumpets
Ed Leone – Trombone
Cristian Riveria – Congas, Bells, Timbales
Matt Cardin – Nylon String Guitar
Joe Torres – Vocals

05. Restless Heart (Chris Geith)
John Favicchia – Drums
David Mann – Tenor Sax
Matt Cardin – Guitar
Chris Geith – Keys & Synth programming

06. Dharma (John Favicchia)
John Favicchia – Drums

07. Pez (Matt Cardin)
John Favicchia – Drums
Matt Cardin – Guitar & Synth programming
Frederic Las Fargeas – Keys

08. Pa’delante (Mario Cazeneuve)
John Favicchia – Drums & Timbale solo
Harvie Swartz – Vertical Bass
Mario Cazeneuve – Keys
Mark Gatz – Tenor Sax
Carl Fischer – Trumpet
Cristian Rivera – Congas, Bells

09. Animation
(Chieli Minucci)
John Favicchia – Drums
Chieli Minucci – Guitars & Synth programming
10. World Time ll
a. Asia
b. Mediterranean
c. Africa
d. Drum Solo
e. African Vocal
(John Favicchia/Jeff Haynes)
John Favicchia – Drums
Jeff Haynes – Korg wave drum & Percussion
Philip Hamilton – Vocals

11. The Gauntlet (Dean Brown)
John Favicchia – Drums
Dean Brown – Guitars & Keys
Jerry Brooks – Bass
David Mann – Tenor Sax

From John: Dear Listener, Thank you for your interest in my music and my playing. I hope you enjoy the songs as well as the musicianship on this CD. It has been 3 years since I recorded my last solo CD, World Time. It has been a time of much growth and learning- both personally and musically. So, this CD reflects my new experiences and learning over the past 3 years. I learned that for me, the reason for recording and playing music is in the ‘doing’, and for what it does for my spirit. I hope this comes across to you, the listener, as well.

The last few years have also found me learning about meditation. I found that through meditation I could connect to my spirit and clear my head of all thoughts, thus preparing myself to play and record better. Doing this CD has been an unbelievable journey, from building a small studio in my house and then learning how to operate all the gear, to finding writers to write me songs in which I could express myself fully. From choosing the right players, and organizing the arrangements, to rehearsing the band. At the same time, keeping my own drumming in the best shape possible. Since I did not write most of the songs on this CD, each song became a separate project of its own. Therefore, taking a little more time, but having a greater end result. The result being that I could customize each song to have the musicians I felt would sound best.

Some words on the meaning of the title: Each of us has a “Dharma,” a purpose in life. When we are in Dharma we love and enjoy our work. Drumming is my Dharma. We should also use our Dharma to help benefit others, so I hope this CD brings many people joy. I am also donating a percentage from each CD sale to cancer research. “Everyone has a purpose in life … a unique gift or special talent to give to others. And when we blend this unique talent with service to others, we experience the ecstasy and exultation of our own spirit, which is the ultimate goal of all goals”. Deepak Chopra

Once again, thanks for listening and enjoy!

John Favicchia: East Meadow, New York. January 2001