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This is definitely "ocean music", at least to my ears. I can hear Suzanne Cianti's expression of her feeling for the depths and the breadth of the ocean, for the calm moments and for the stormy moments.

Calling this music "new-age" is confining it. Yes, it is new-age, and the pianist takes advantage of the freedom from classical form that the genre affords. But it goes beyond that, and many who generally have no interest in what they call "new age" may well enjoy this. This lady definitely has the classical knowledge and knows technically what she is doing, and the effect is, to me, breathtaking.

Each piece here has a definite individuality. (That's not always true in new age.) Such cuts as "Ondine", "Italia", "Hotel Luna", "Mozart", and "The Velocity of Love" stand out for me.

I always bear in mind that not everyone likes what I like. However, in this case, it seems to me that if you enjoy evocations of the sea; if you enjoy classically flavored new age; if you enjoy the piano played in a manner that ranges from the intimate to large scale; you will treasure this CD and, like me, consider buying some of her previous albums.

If you love a cross between new age and light classical music, then this is the CD for you!! Suzanne does a outstanding job with her weaving of light synthesizers and piano and all tracks of this CD are a listener's delight! This CD is like finding a buried treasure that you didn't know existed, it's a MUST have for anyone who appreciates music to relax or set a special mood! Once you have heard this gem you will listen again and again and will want to have this in the car to relax when on a stressful commute, or to have at home to unwind after a long day. Suzanne's masterful blend of piano, synthesizers, and light percussions make this a treat for all to hear. Once you listen to this you will want to listen every chance you get!

As far as "New Age" music goes, there is very little I find worthwhile. This album from keyboardist Suzanne Ciani is wonderful! A "best of" collection (with some new works), from Grammy Nominated Suzanne Ciani. Music from the heart inspired by the sea and the classics. Highly recommend for any fan of New Age or keyboard music.

About eighteen months ago I accidently stumbled upon Suzanne's music at my office while listening to a music research website. I had never heard of her before... so I clicked on this album. As I listened, I felt sweet goosebumps all over me! Immediately after the music stopped, I searched online for this album and bought it. She is an EXTREME talent, both in her musical compositions, and in her performances at the keyboard! Her music is somthing that is experienced! It's pure love in the form of musical notes... expressions straight from her heart, and played so gently and delicately with pure tenderness. Her hands gently caressed my heart as they gently played her notes of pure magic. It is the most romantic instrumental music I have ever heard in my life! Listen to "Berceuse" and let her music flow like a beautiful river of love into your heart! Feel her absolute devotion in "The Velocity of Love"... and as you listen to "The Fifth Wave" feel the joy of a family of dolphins dancing together in the sea. For those of you who are musicians that studied music as your major with your entire heart and soul, you'll notice her loving use of suspended fourths througout this album. Her music combines piano and synthesizers with such beauty that the only way to describe it would be to say that it's true love in the form of music! Listen VERY closely to "Berceuse". Far off in the background you will hear a synthesizer reflecting perfectly what she plays on her piano. Listen, feel... and experience the love she expresses in her music! I VERY highly recommend this album. If you listen with someone you like very much, you will fall in love! This album is pure magic!

May 4th, 2011... after over ELEVEN years, I still feel the same about this beautiful album! Wish I could go back to the day I originally posted the above paragraph!

I 1st listened to this CD in the mist of a very stressfull & depressed time in my life, and WOW!!! I as completly taken awayI was calmed before the 4th track this CD is so relaxing and soothing with a sence of serinity in the mix.and I have listened to this many,many a nite with dim lighting.after a hard day.prior to the close of the day....and by the way, TRY LISTENING TO IT ALL SNUGGLED AND EMBRACED WITH THE ONE YOU LOVE.Oh what a pleasure that is!!!

I bought this tape years ago & was overwhelmed by the sheer beauty of Ms. Chiani's music. I have come back to now buy the cd as the tape is getting a bit worn out. While the sound bits chosen as samples are wonderful songs, the others on the cd (most notably, neverland & tuscany) are just as or even more beautiful.

I happened to find this tape at a used clothing/furniture/bric-a-brac store. I can't imagine who would ever give this up. I've been playing it in my car ever since. Over and over again it brings me joy and serenity. I'm so glad I found it and the wonderful world of Suzanne Ciani's music. I just can't decide which C.D. to buy.

I am a seminary student and I was looking for some good music to listen to while I was reading. I came accross Suzanne Ciani and she is great! This CD is amazing!

I love to play piano and become drawn into the music while playing it I feel as though I am in a private place with God and my fingers are moving effortlessly It is only later that I realize that not only I enjoy this gentle calming music because I have young and old alike in total amazement because some say it is close to being in heaven. Suzanne Ciani's music touches each of us within our soul it is comforting and soothing at a time when the world is very chaotic and unpredictable thank you Suzanne for sharing your beautiful gift of music with all of us this CD and it's music sounds even more beautiful each time I listen to it. Her music is beyond describing because it is incredibly beautiful.

This is soothing music whether you choose to fall asleep to it, eat dinner to it, relax to it............anything. Simply beautiful. So glad I found this artist--highly recommended!!!