Desert Vision

David Lanz, David Lanz/Paul Speer, Paul Speer | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 25, 1990)
• Original Release Date: January 1, 1987
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Narada
• ASIN: B000005P2J
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #48,385 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a transcendent music experience, October 16, 1999

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Paul A. Lavy (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Desert Vision (Audio CD)

I couldn't disagree more with the reviewer who ranked this the worst of David Lanz's recordings. On the contrary, it is superior to his other work; while his compositions and playing are always excellent, much of his catalogue epitomizes the blandness that characterizes New Age music as a whole--a mediocrity that severely limits the appeal of New Age and which will ultimately consign most of its recording artists to oblivion. The difference here is without question the injection of energy, nuance, and edgy melody that Paul Speer brings to all his efforts. As with the duo's other outings--Natural States and Bridge of Dreams--Desert Vision is a sonic dreamscape of lush instrumentals that highlight the beautiful interplay of Lanz's piano and Speer's electric guitar. Speer's guitar playing (and recordings in general) seems to combine a concise and melodic pop sensibility with a melencholy sensitivity that perfectly complements the programmatic spirit of this piece as a whole. Like much New Age music, Desert Vision succeeds wonderfully at evoking the natural world of wind-swept vistas and long desert sunsets. But it has an added darkly enigmatic dimension that raises it above the standard "rain forest" fare and makes it an incredibly enjoyable listen--not simply as relaxing background music but also as engaging and accessible songwriting. If you like your New Age subtle and melodic (and without the "cheesiness" often associated with the genre), Desert Vision is well-worth the money. And it makes a superb companion on long car trips across sweeping landscapes.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best New Age CD I have, July 2, 2002

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Bethany (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Desert Vision (Audio CD)

This CD is simply the best New Age CD I have. I just pop it into my CD player, turn up the volume, and it totally relaxs me. No other CD that I have can do this. Its a Deffinet MUST for anyone who needs to relax with music. A great buy!!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must have!, June 20, 1998

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[e-mail] (Chicago) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Desert Vision (Audio CD)

This CD is my personal favorite in my New Age collection. The music is beautiful, lively, and uplifting. From soaring arpeggio's to mysterious notes, this music will entrance you. I cannot recommend it highly enough!