Mosaico

Govi | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 12, 2002)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Govi Music
• ASIN: B000062RAS
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #140,261 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Customer Reviews

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Same But Very Different, May 31, 2002

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John S. Erickson (Fairfax, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mosaico (Audio CD)

Govi's new CD "Mosaico" is not only new music but there is a indefinable difference in the style and texture of the music.

The music is at the same time very smooth and yet rather complex in a very pleasing way.

I find myself being more aware of and impressed by Govi's wonderful style and understated technique.

As I find with all of Govi's music, this music tends to bring a multitude of visions and thoughts to mind and it is very easy to lose myself in this music.

While I have not found a song, on this CD, that has the lushness and power that I feel Amber Waves or Spirit Rider have, the whole package is an outstanding collection of excellent music.

I would highly recommend "Mosaico" to anyone who enjoys guitar music performed by one of the best.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GOVI's saga of Magic continues ..., April 9, 2002

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Billy Lum (KUALA LUMPUR Malaysia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mosaico (Audio CD)

ANOTHER GREAT album from my favourite guitarist, GOVI. This is my latest and seventh purchase from GOVI (MOSAICO arrived from amazon.com two days ago).

Alluring, captivating, spellbound moments are in order in MOSAICO. 10 superbly executed tracks with a variety of pace and rhythms sets the stage for a musical guitar odyssey. What more can I asked for from this guitar extraordinaire? GOVI gives me more than I can handle with (nylon) flamenco guitars, electric guitars, acoustic steel string guitars, archtop jazz guitars and even the mystical Indian sitar! *Pause for breath*

Like in all previous GOVI releases (whether with Real Music or Higher Octave Music), he weaves his superior compositional and writing skills conveyed faithfully via his 'voice' of his many guitars! Nicely complementing his 2002 efforts; Karunesh, Don Lax and Bob Harrison lend their respective expertise to make MOSAICO a picture-perfect musical outing.

After listening to MOSAICO in the last two days, I'd say that I do not have any particular favourites from this album - they are ALL EQUALLY gorgoeous. Top marks to each and every track. This is the first CD I have that has the sensuous sounds of the Indian sitar. "Spicy Dream" has just that - sitars. Just heavenly.

The progress from track #1 to #10 makes your listening session complete - very nicely arranged moods/pace/tempo, ranging from fast upbeat lively foot-tapping numbers to mid-tempo guitar glides to the 'stop-whatever-you-are-doing-and-listen' slow-burn smouldering guitar music that will move your spirits, and the same time, makes your day (or night) worth its salt!

The very interesting cover-artwork also warrants mention - many little coloured squares making up a complete picture (as in a mosaic), exactly the message I'm trying to put thro' here (in the paragraph above). Thoroughly enjoyable mix of music! Nice.

GOVI extends his thanks to 'existence for the showers of inspiration and blessings' and I personally thank GOVI, for his uncanny ability to capture and transform all the magic and beauty within our universe, via his superbly wide talents of making good music even BETTER. I salute you, GOVI.

My recommedation? If you are in the USA, grab it from your nearest music outlet now. If you are elsewhere, order one today via amazon.com (You CANNOT wait months for GREAT music to reach you. That's gross injustice to your life!)

TECH NOTE:- MOSAICO is on "HDCD". My non-HDCD sound system plays MOSAICO with aplomb and authority (with pristine, clear, articulate and warm sounds). Imagine what MOSAICO can do to HDCD-enabled systems ...

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars You won't be disappointed, February 23, 2004

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traveler "traveler" (LaPorte, IN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mosaico (Audio CD)

Govi's musical offerings are consistently reliable. A friend of mine introduced me to Govi with Guitar Odyssey, (a Masterpiece in itself!) and I've been hooked ever since. Though not true flamenco or even Spanish guitar, his range is even more world oriented and interesting without being too "themey". New Age isn't quite right as genres go; as I'm sure you know some new age music is just weird. This disc is excellent! It transcends theme and weaves an audio tapestry that conjures exotic imaginings. You will not be disappointed. My only complaint (?) is that the discs are short. I can appreciate the creative process; and i guess I would rather have a stripped down c.d. than lots of filler, but I'm sure he has the talent to produce a more substantial recording.