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Afternoon in Sedona

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Nicholas' first album is an amazing blend of percussion, flute, piano, and sheer rhythm. At times all I can do is marvel - he excels as a musician and flautist. I have difficulty even counting some of the tracks, let alone playing them. This album shows none of the characteristic roughness of a first album when compared to his latest work. There is no sense that he was a good musician but has now matured more - it continues to stand as a masterful piece of work.

Musically, Nicholas bases everything on rhythm. Strong African influence will be heard immediately, but there are lots of things blended in - but it still ends up being Nicholas you are listening to, no tentative mix of "well, this might sound good here too." On top of this rock-solid foundation, he builds lovely, uplifting melodies with voice and flute and sometimes other instruments.

I don't usually listen to music loud - a good pair of headphones and a comfy chair suit me fine - but this one somehow ends up being played louder than other albums I own. Some music is just meant to fill the air, like Pink Floyd for example.

I never "recommend" music, but I will say this album gets a lot of stereo time even five years after I bought it.

I bought this tape in Sedona but the effect it has on me has travelled back to my home in Pennsylvania. I highly recommend this CD to anyone who wants to be surrounded by beautiful relaxing music that gets your creative juices flowing.

It is great relaxing music also great for story and poem writing. Other ppl enjoy them too. Would reccomend!