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Midnight Conversation

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This debut recording by Ken Elkinson is quiet, intimate, and deeply personal. His gentle, graceful touch never becomes cloying or cliched, and his use of changing rhythms within a piece keeps the songs fresh and interesting with repeated listenings. Although the mood of the CD stays soothing and restful all the way through, most of the pieces are distinctive and individual. All have a smooth easy flow, but there are darker passages and minor chord changes to give the album a broader musical palette of colors. I really like the lightness and elegance of "Waves", "Hope", and "Waiting", and then the contrasting darker chords of "Dancing Eyes". "Midnight Conversation" has a sweet poignance as well as a gentle urgency. The more solid, blocked chords in "Words Never Spoken" and the closing cut, "A New Day" give them a very classical feel wrapped around the tender "I Watch Her Sleep". I look forward to hearing more from Ken Elkinson in the future!

We were both listening to this cd, and to my companion, the compositions seemed rather strange structurally--they seem to be trying to "go someplace" and get misdirected. That was the same observation I had--the music didn't go where I expected or have a satisfying resolution. However, that does add to the dreamy quality. The piano compositions here sounds pensive, relaxed, sleepy and this is a nice CD to put on for moody, rainy days or for late evening when you need to relax.

It was during a very difficult period in my life that I first stumbled upon the astonishing music of Ken Elkinson. Ken's music gave me the strength and inspiration I needed to continue and, finally, win my fight against drug abuse. Thank you, Ken. Your music will always be a part of me.

Ken Elkinson succeeds in transporting the listner to a tranquil, serene place far removed from the stresses of everyday life. With heartfelt passion Elkinson has produced a first effort to be proud of, and an album listners will be sure to place in their CD players to relax, reflect and dream. Elkinson - a star on the rise

Ken Elkinson succeeds in transporting the listner to a tranquil, serene place far removed from the stresses of everyday life. With heartfelt passion Elkinson has produced a first effort to be proud of, and an album listners will be sure to place in their CD players to relax, reflect and dream. Elkinson - a star on the rise!

I heard Midnight conversation several times, before I found out what it was. I would hear a few strains and become mesmerized. I would try to find out who it was, what it was. It became an obsession. Then quite by accident, I heard it and found out it was Ken Elkinson's album. It is liquid fire, liquid emotion, all wrapped deftly in the guise of music

I bought this CD after trying several other New Age artists, and I must say that Elkinson has been the first to really rope me in. The tracks on this CD are inspirational, warm, pensive and uplifting. He really creates a vivid image of a dreamer's world. I often listen to this CD when I'm writing, relaxing, or spending time with my girlfriend. I highly reccommend this CD, and look forward to more Ken Elkinson albums.

This cd is truly amazing. It took my breath away. I would almost compare it to a sweet iced tea on a hot afternoon. It really soothes my nerves & lulls me into a transquil moment. You must hear it for yourself. This is the best $ you can spend online.