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Between Earth & Sky

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"Between Earth and Sky" is a series of "musical landscapes" by Austrian-born multi-instrumentalist Gandalf. Using a musical palette of both electronic and acoustic instruments along with voices, the sound is full, rich, and colorful. In his travels, Gandalf has been touched by the realization that far more things unite than separate the various people and cultures of the world, and his goal in composing and recording is to create music that dissolves boundaries. Folk elements are woven into a symphonic structure, giving Gandalf's music a unique sound. Until this release, his recordings were mostly available in Europe. Gandalf plays various guitars, sax, piano, keyboards, mellotron, balaphon, and percussion. He is joined by White Horse on cello and vocals; and Peter Aschenorenner on flutes, sax, and backup vocals. Sounds of nature are also woven into several tracks. Each piece flows into the next, making this a sonic journey to another world or another reality. Citing individual pieces doesn't make sense for this album since it was conceived as a whole experience, and you can't always tell exactly where one piece ends and another begins. As the album evolves, various musical styles flow in and out - some more rhythmic and even tribal, while others are serene and introspective. It's a fascinating musical journey that is both soothing and uplifting. Real Music's Robin Algaze outdid herself on the artwork - a beautiful job!

Very beautiful and relaxing music. You are transported from your day to day world and float back to a world of relaxation and tranquility.

I bought Gandalf's Serenity CD about six months ago and was not real impressed with it. But I thought I'd give him another try and I bought this CD - Between Earth and Sky. I'm glad I did as this is fast becoming one of my favorite CD's. I am both Wicca and a Reiki practitioner and this CD satisfies on both levels.
If you need both peace and focus, this is very good music. It takes you to the place you need to be for both meditation and relaxation. It lifts you up and centers you at the same time.
If you like Merlin's Magic, Coyote Oldman, David Lanz..........then this CD is for you. If you need calm, serenity and peace in your life, this CD is for you.
Blessed Be.

This CD is wonderful. If you have had too busy a day or had too much of CNN - this is an excellent antidote.

Gandalf delivers another CD that transports you to a place of serenity and peace.I love his work!

I hate to disagree with all of the lauded praise for this album. It did absolutely nothing for me.