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Sunflower Serenity ...Watercolor Odyssey (solos with nature sounds)

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SUNFLOWER SERENITY has sixteen songs totalling over an hour of beautiful instrumental guitar melodies which are interspersed with soothing sounds from nature. The Candlelight Guitarist's guitar solos perfectly complement birdsongs, ocean waves, babbling brooks, and wind through trees. Listening to this album is immensely soothing and uplifting at the same time... the perfect music for getting or giving a massage, for a romantic dinner for two, for meditation, or for music to read by. Each song has its own fresh sound, yet all go together smoothly. The song titles are remniscent of spending a day in the garden, with themes revolving around flowers, birds, the hammock, hummingbirds, ladybugs and caterpillars, as the music transports us to a beautiful spring day in a sunny garden by the sea.

This is the 3rd CD from "The Candlelight Guitarist," AKA Bradley Powell. Brad has a knack for putting together gentle, soothing guitar medleys which provide the perfect background or relaxation soundtrack. As with his other CDs, he combines his guitar solos with nature sounds, but I found latter to be less distinct here than in his previous offerings (especially the his first release, Music for Rest & Renewal, where the nature sounds are more prominent). I also found less of an individual character to each of the songs on this album. For example, although tracks 8-15 are labeled "Brown Bag Baroque Suite," to my ear, these songs were not particularly distinct from the other 8 tracks on the CD. One aspect that was unique to this CD (and the reason behind the "Watercolor Odyssey" name) was that Brad incorporates watercolor art created by his 85 year old mother into the design; the beautiful sunflower images lend a distinctly personal aspect to this album. Overall, this is another solid offering from The Candlelight Guitarist and one that is likely to be enjoyed by fans of his previous work.

This 3rd cd by Brad Powell does not disappoint. From beginning to end this cd is an absolute treasure. If you are looking for an artist who can transport you to a place of peace and relaxation then this is it. In fact, the cover artwork says it all. Beautiful...beautiful...beautiful...!

Bradley Powell creates another Acoustic Relaxing Guitar based album with natural sounds that are a Pure reflection of Atmosphere&very comforting.very pure tradtional sounds&very re-freshing to the Ears. a Nice collection of Songs.

I've listened to most of Brads CD's,and this one is probally my favorite.The best cuts are track 1,"Aura of Serenity,"and 12,"The Seeker,"but all of the cuts are enjoyable.You will spend over an hour of PEACE and forget the days painfull events listening to Brads beutifull record.

"Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead." ~Louisa May Alcott

Guitar solos invite you into a place of deep relaxation where you can renew your spirit. Bradley Powell's "Sunflower Serenity" is the first in a series called Watercolor Odysey that explores life's journey.

This healing and warm melodious experience is filled with heart healing energy. Dreamy guitar takes center stage as a rich landscape of sounds creates a moment of reflection. The tracks melt beautifully together to create an escape into serenity.

Bradley Powell's flawless playing allows you to completely relax into sleep or relax into an evening of candlelight and romance. I've fallen into a peaceful sleep while listening to this music and have also spent relaxing afternoons reading while The Candlelight Guitarist wove an intricate tapestry of sounds to nurture my heart.

Bradley Powell's music soothes the soul and leads you into a tranquil space of musical paradise.

~The Rebecca Review

Sunflower Serenity flows musically like it's title...Watercolor Odyssey.
The music is very relaxing and still unique from other instrumental, relaxation music
that I own. The acoustic guitar is my favorite of all instruments to listen to and
this particular CD has guitar mixed with other soothing instruments. I also enjoy
the fact that the nature sounds don't "overpower" the music. The nature sounds are subtle and
do not constantly play through the songs. If you want to relax, take a nap, have a nice quiet
dinner (or entertain), this is a perfect compilation of solos with each song having a unique
beat and rhythm (not too mellow and not too fast). Light the candles, relax and listen.