De Profundis: Out of the Depths 2

Terry Oldfield | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 24, 2005)
• Original Release Date: 2005
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: New Earth Records
• ASIN: B0009K7RJS
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #235,881 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

In this follow-up to the much acclaimed De Profundis: Out of the Depths, British Academy Award nominee Terry Oldfield, combines his beautiful music with the majesty of whales' song and the haunting voice of Dani Vickery. The sound is moving, mysterious and alluring.

Reviews:
"Renowed flautist Terry Oldfield has created a wonderful gift for the healing-music market with De Profundis: Out of the Depths II. Every healer will want this gorgeous, soothing CD in their practice’s music collection – and in their home CD collection. The album’s four extended-length songs, one as long as 26 minutes, pay homage to Psalm 129: ‘De profundis clamavi ad te Domine. Domine exaudi vocem meam,’ which translates as, ‘Out of the depths I have cried to thee, oh Lord. Lord, hear my voice.’ In a time when people are struggling for cultural and global definition and meaning, these words have especially significant impact.

The album was recorded over an! entire year in Queensland, Australia. Winding between moving orchestral sections, repeated and layered choral renditions of the psalm, and Oldfied’s peaceful alto and soprano flutes, this music is sure to stir up emotions in any listener. The hints of whale song on several of the tracks center the sound, bringing listeners back to nature and the healing potential of water."
New Age Retailer, Holiday 2005

"2005 Narcissus Award Finalist for Best in Mind, Body, Soul"

"Delve into an ocean of sound and drift away with the evocative and alluring sounds of flute composed by Terry Oldfield. A haunting melody that will infuse and delight the senses. Intermingled with Terry's beautiful music are the sounds of the whale and the beautiful voice of Dani Vickery. Conjuring up magical landscapes of distant monasteries, spiritual energy and more, this is a thanksgiving for the Lord."
Yoga Magazine UK

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Deep, Profound, Spiritually Uplifting and very Terry Oldfield, September 11, 2005

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medievalcrusadesbabe "ebabsedasurclaveidem" (Ohio USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: De Profundis: Out of the Depths 2 (Audio CD)

Terry Oldfield's music has a very definite spiritual edge to it, speaking from the depths of the soul and providing the perfect accompaniment to those moments when you sit in contemplation of life.

Terry is known for his music for TV productions, especially National Geographic, and scores for movies such as The Falcon that Flew with Man. Previous works include In the Presence of Light and Zen.

This CD explores the depth of Terry's music, combining his talented alto and soprano flutes with the beautiful vocals of Dani Vickery. Add to this some keyboard fill, male choir voices, and the song of the humpback whales and we have a very impressive presentation.

There are four tracks on this CD, for a total time of 52:49. The cover art of a whale tale in a blue ocean to a blue sky speaks of the title more than the words alone... Out of the Depths.

The first track, Deep Connection, starts with the flute. Light, airy, with the vocals of Dani Vickery echoing the flute to create a very ethereal feeling for this piece. A very soft, lilting and serine composition, highlighting Terry's expertise of composition and flute skills.

The second work, De Profundis, is a continuation of the first piece, and progresses melodically into a melodic chant, performed by Dani Vickery and a male choir, reciting an excerpt in Latin from Psalm 129 - Out of the Depths I have Cried to Thee Oh Lord, Lord Hear My Voice. It progressively becomes more brooding with keyboards providing an orchestral backfill and then easing back into a solo piano and finally the flute. Dani Vickery's voice and the flute assure the piece never becomes dark, providing the lighter, more airy elements to the piece fading to completion.

Ocean Song introduces the element of whale song, starting with a whale solo. Dani Vickery and the flute are added into the mix, creating a hauntingly beautiful composition. Again, it is kept light, airy and has a surrealistic feel to it at times. Ms. Vickery harmonizes with the whales and the flute at times, in some places she repeats the melodies, allowing the whales to stand out in the piece and lending it the human element. The flute weaves the entire composition together.

Out of the Depths picks up the pace a little with tempo, still incorporating the element of the whale song and Dani Vickery and using a variation of the chant of Psalm 128, now in English: Out of the Depths, I have Called Thee; Lord Hear My Voice Calling Thee Tonight. Flute takes the forefront again, repeating the melody of the chant, and it progresses with keyboard orchestral fill and the repeated chant by Ms. Vickery and the songs of the whales. The piece ebbs and flows, sometimes accentuating the whales, sometimes emphasizing the chant. Ms. Vickery harmonizes with the whales, echoing their song at time, creating a very lovely, very poignant musical composition. The chant has variations at times and Ms. Vickery works this well. She has a very lovely voice and her skills to either lead or blend are center stage in this piece. The flute again weaves the melody in and out of the vocalizations. The piece comes hauntingly to a close with the whales and Ms. Vickery drifting softly out to sea.

A very impassioned work, skillfully created, masterfully executed. If you are looking for an inspiring work for spiritual contemplation or for music to accompany those quiet, meditative moments, this CD will provide the right atmosphere. And if you are new to Terry Oldfield, this is a great introduction. Those who know his work will be adding this CD to their collection. maf

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A potent tranquility and meditation enhancing CD, June 17, 2009

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Julie E. Bristow "Whale Lover" (Tasmania, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: De Profundis: Out of the Depths 2 (Audio CD)

I was familiar with this recording already but had lost my original cassette which was just entitled 'Out of the Depths De Profundis.. I do feel that there is less whale song on this edition (that could be my memory) but the recording still has a very powerful relaxing sound which is magic.. and I would higly recommend it for playing during meditation or just to calm when stressed..