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Lush Mechanique

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I have played this CD relentlessly. It sates what I call my "cello moods" - when I somehow have to delve downward to bring an emotion to the surface. I never look at the titles, and somehow have been able to paint pictures for all the pieces. My favorite tracks, if I HAD to choose, are: 1,2, and 7...but, I like them all. I then repeat it; my friends hear the CD, fall in love with it, and learn they have cello moods,too.

Lush Mechanique is an album that will have enduring appeal to listeners. The songs were written as a complete dance piece, so you will have the feeling of being taken on a marvelous journey through sounds (you will be very surprised to learn) that come entirely from Jami's electric cello (plus a bit of wordless vocals.) If I only had one cd that I could ever give to every person I met, this would be it.

I bought this album after becoming enamored with Jami Seiber's "Second Sight" (which I also would highly recommend). Her cello playing is amazing. At times you forget you are actually listening to an instrument as it seems to take on a voice and feeling of its own. I love the drumming in the background on many of the tracks. It is very intense but quiet so it blends well with the cello but gives the music a sense of presence. I've found this to be great for when I'm trying to relax, read, think, or just have good conversation. It's definitely music to be experienced. You won't be disappointed.