Grand Passion

John Tesh

Product Details

• Audio CD (January 27, 1998)
• Original Release Date: January 27, 1998
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Decca U.S.
• ASIN: B00000163D
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,170 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com essential recording

If you are a Jim Brickman fan who believes it's just not hip to like John Tesh, Grand Passion could easily change your mind. Tesh, criticized at times for displays of bombast or excessive sentimentality in his compositions, here turns in a commendably restrained set of succinctly stated themes, many of them performed in a solo piano format--a surprising first for a keyboard artist who has nearly two dozen recordings in circulation. Tesh's economic compositions here feature structurally simple melodies that are uniformly likeable and, to the unjaded listener, truly touching. "Smooth jazz" radio programmers rarely, if ever, grant exposure to solo piano selections, so Tesh generated airplay by recruiting two R&B vocalists, James Ingram and Dalia Reid, to make guest appearances on two tracks, "Give Me Forever--I Do" and "Mother I Miss You," respectively. Nelson Rangell contributes saxophone to a quiet reworking of Tesh's familiar "Bastille Day," but beyond that Tesh goes it alone, delivering some lovely, thoughtful results in the process while consciously avoiding schmaltz. Ending "Song for Prima," a lullaby for his daughter, with a few high-register notes from "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" is a little corny, but an excusable digression considering the overall quality of this package. If pretty, well-conceived piano music is your passion, this is an album worthy of your attention. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars this cd will make you a john tesh fan, December 12, 1999

By A Customer

we recently had the opportunity to listen to this cd for the first time and loved it. we were reluctant to even give it a try, not really big fans of john tesh, but we did and have to admit we really enjoyed it. the music is simply beautiful, full of emotion, and is just a pleasure to hear. treat yourself to a sampling today, amazon is kind enough to share a few minutes of this masterpiece for the mere price of a click....

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For all of us who have lost our mothers...., November 25, 1998

By	A faithful reader "A faithful reader" (Arizona) - See all my reviews

Although the majority of this album is instrumental, there are two vocal selections. One of them is "Give Me Forever (I do)" and the other is "Mother I miss You." It was the second song which caused me to buy this CD, as I was able to relate to Dalia's beautifully sung lyrics. This song is for all of us who have lost our mothers, and who miss them. If you want to be swept into a place where it's okay to feel sad about your loss, then you will love this album.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tesh's Best Piano Compostions!, August 17, 2001

By	E. M. Holderman (Perryville, Kentucky USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

John Tesh may be better known from his days as co-anchor of Entertainment Tonight, but he is by far one of the most talented musicians of our time. An acommplished pianist, Tesh's passion lies therein. 'Grand Passion' is one of his best works, in my opinion. He plays with such conviction, the title of this cd is only fitting. He wrote all compostions on this, with the exception of the two vocals, "Give Me Forever (I Do)," and "Mother I Miss You," which he co-wrote with thier singers, James Ingram and Dalia Reid, respectivly. "The Homecoming" and "In A Child's Eyes" are also included on his debut Christmas cd, 'A Romantic Christmas.' (which by the way is wonderful too!) His grand piano solos on this cd are beautiful! They're so emotionally stirring. There are other instrumental accompaniment in some songs.....acousitc, bass & electric guitar, soprano & alto sax, drums & percussion, synthesizers, and some string arrangement. They really add to the depth of this recording.

Tesh's talents permeate beyond his piano playing & writing skills, and flow over into a vast knowledge of the music and it's origins. 'Grand Passion' is a great cd to relax with, or to work with for that matter. If you aren't familiar with John Tesh, the pianist, you're in for a real treat. He takes his music very seriously and it shows. He's also done a cd series called 'Pure Movies,' which of course are songs from popular movies, and he's also done some sports related music. But, I like his own compositions the best. Besides 'Grand Passion,' 'Winter Song' and his two Christmas cd's, 'A Romantic Christmas' and 'A Family Christmas' are great works too. If you're looking for some nice soothing music, this is a wonderful cd to pick. This one is included in my most relaxing cd's list.