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Lewis & Clark: The Journey Of The Corps Of Discovery - Original Soundtrack Recording

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A coworker left our company and walked off with my first copy of this CD, so I bought it a second time: it really is that good. This CD is the very finist example I have of traditional American instrumental music. From whistlers to mandolinists, from guitarists to dulcimers players, Ken Burns combed the country for the most superb musicians and put together a collection of music unlike anything else I have found. When I saw the PBS special of Lewis & Clark, the music immediately caught me, and I knew I had to find the sound track. If you are like me, you will be able to listen to this music forever without tiring of it.

I wish I could rate this CD "10 Stars" because it's just that good. Of the hundreds of titles I own, this one rates as one of the top three. For a really great experience, travel down the Natchez Trace in Tennessse to the site where Lewis is buried, pull up a chair around his gravesite late on an Autumn afternoon, and listen to "Heart of the Heartland" which is on this CD. You'll find yourself looking to the West, as Lewis did, and wondering when Clark would arrive.

Not only is the "Lewis & Clark" Soundtrack a delight for all Ken Burns fans and colonial music buffs; it is also a symbol of an era and an expedition that changed the course of American history forever. This is Jay Ungar's best music since "The Civil War". Thirty-five excellent tunes can be added to your collection!

It is very difficult to describe the truly emotional experience I had when I first listened to this soundtrack. The song "Heart of the Heartland," was what initially attracted me to this CD, I had no idea that the rest of the tracks would be so fantastic in the bargain. I have listened to lots of music in my life, but I have NEVER had a more uplifting feeling than when I heard this Soundtrack. I felt like I was soaring in the clouds with the music holding me aloft. I never grow tired of listening to it. I hope they play this CD in heaven! If it doesn't do the same for you, check your pulse!

For all of you who have a passion for great American music, and our country's musical heritage, this recording is a must. Ken Burns and Jay Ungar, together with Bobby Horton, have produced a rich soundtrack evoking not only the early 19th century American frontier, but of America's soul. For those of you unfamiliar with Bobby Horton, he is a pioneer in authentically recording the music of the American Civil War, with multiple recordings, on period instruments, of both well-known and obscure gems from the mid 19th century. I highly recommend his recordings as well. Together, he, Ken Burns and the Ungers, as well as several others, have woven a rich tapestry of sound and experience. I encourage everyone to purchase this recording.

Full of unforgetable melodies. An emotional experience

Even if you haven't seen the accompaning television production, this recording is one that you can listen to over and over again. It evokes the atmosphere of exploration and a wide open horizon, courage and triumph, monumental achievement and sadness.

The Lewis and Clark epic journey was one of the greatest documenties I have ever seen. The music made the whole epic a work of art from begining to end. Great job!

This music will take you there

Wandering deep into the Mountains

Only to see the moon in the Clouds

The Dew on the rocks

Music from a wonderful PBS series about Lewis and Clark. The simple melodies of that era very beautifully done.

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