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Overcome
David Nevue
Overcome
Genre: New Age
 
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"The title track, OVERCOME, is a musical expression of unspeakable emotion. TAKE MY LIFE AND LET IT BE is an arrangement of the traditional hymn by Henri Malan. VARIATIONS is simply a "mood piece." TREASURE FALLS, Colorado...  more »

     
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All Artists: David Nevue
Title: Overcome
Members Wishing: 4
Total Copies: 0
Label: Midnight Rain Productions
Original Release Date: 1/1/2005
Release Date: 1/1/2005
Genre: New Age
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Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 619981150828

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"The title track, OVERCOME, is a musical expression of unspeakable emotion. TAKE MY LIFE AND LET IT BE is an arrangement of the traditional hymn by Henri Malan. VARIATIONS is simply a "mood piece." TREASURE FALLS, Colorado, is where I was the moment my father passed away. BROKEN is a condition we sometimes must reach before we truly turn our circumstances over to God. AS THE DEER is an arrangement of the popular worship chorus taken from Psalm 42. THE VIGIL is an updated version of the composition of the same name from my fourth CD, "The Vigil." A MOMENT LOST is a song about regret, for things that should have been said or done but were not due to a lack of courage or conviction. WHEN THE HARD RAINS COME is about taking shelter under God's grace and mercy while waiting out the storm (see Psalm 91). PSALM 5 is an interpretation of the popular worship chorus of the same name by Bill Sprouse, Jr. WORDS LEFT UNSAID is a lament. WALKING IN SHADOW is based on Psalm 23! :4, "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me." THERE IS A REDEEMER is an arrangement of the praise song made by popular by Keith Green. THE OLD COUNTRY CHURCH was composed for my father, who loved good-time gospel music. IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL is an arrangement of the popular hymn by Philip P. Bliss. A fitting end to a difficult journey. My prayer is that this album will be an encouragement to those of you who feel overwhelmed by your present situation. May the music carry you from a place of pain to a place of peace."
 

CD Reviews

From MainlyPiano.com
Kathy Parsons | Florence, OR United States | 05/03/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)

""Overcome" is David Nevue's ninth solo piano CD, and comes from the emotional journey of losing his father in the fall of 2003. Nevue emphasizes in the liner notes that the focus of the album is not sadness or sorrow, but the process of passing through it. A deeply religious man, and the son of a street preacher/evangelist known as "Brother Hallelujah" to those he preached to in Africa, Nevue includes his arrangements of five hymns and praise songs as well as ten new pieces and a new arrangement of "The Vigil," which was the title track of his 1999 CD and the piece he opens every performance with. Several of the pieces are very intense and convey the mix of emotions that comes with the death of a loved one. Some are quite dark, but the hymns bring light and a sense of healing. The last two tracks are much more upbeat and peaceful, having "overcome" the grieving process and making it through to the other side.



The title track is a very dark, powerful piece, full of deep emotion - one of Nevue's best, I think. "Winter Walk" is another favorite. The crystalline opening notes in the upper register are chilly and clear. The rest of the piece is more introspective with the leisurely pace of a long walk to think things through and to just let yourself feel. The feeling is very sad, but not without hope. "Treasure Falls" is another beauty, although it is much lighter in feel. Alternately introspective and almost dancelike, it reflects a contrast of emotions. "Broken" is again very solemn and deeply emotional, as are "A Moment Lost" and "When the Hard Rains Come." "Words Left Unsaid" is another favorite. Nevue calls it "a lament," and the sense of regret is palpable. "Walking In Shadow" is based on a verse from the 23rd Psalm, and is very dark, indeed, but a feeling of hope breaks through in passages, again contrasting some very different emotions. "The Old Country Church" was composed for Nevue's father, who loved good-time gospel music. It isn't exactly joyful, but as the song develops, it is going in that direction. Nevue's arrangements include a lovely version of "As the Deer" as well as his personal interpretations of "It Is Well With My Soul," "Take My Life and Let It Be," "There Is a Redeemer," and "Psalm 5."



As an artist, David Nevue keeps reaching new heights by setting his life experience and faith to music. His music is not complicated or flashy, but comes from deep within, letting us know him and his heart in a way that words would never do. "Overcome" is amazing in its candor and openness. Very highly recommended!"
Stellar album from one of the best solo pianists composing t
Monica J. Kern | Lexington, KY United States | 02/14/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)

"David Nevue is, in my opinion, one of the best solo pianists in the nebulous

category of "neo-classical" or "new age" music. His work is easily on a level

comparable to that of David Lanz, Stanton Lanier, and George Winston. One

aspect of Nevue's compositions that make them stand out against many new age

pianists is that his pieces tend to have very strong, memorable melodies. In

other words, a criticism often heard (and occasionally fairly earned) of new

age music is that it is 'elevator music' or 'sounds all alike.' David Nevue's

work does NOT sound all alike, and it is definitely not elevator music. His

pieces convey an emotional intensity that is unusual to find in this genre.



This particular album, "Overcome," is even more emotionally intense than his

previous work. According to the liner notes and his web site, Nevue composed

these pieces in the aftermath of his father's death, and an atmosphere of regret

and abiding love permeates the pieces. The standout, in my opinion, is the title

track. Intense, sad, perhaps even slightly ominous, arpeggios in the treble are

counteracted by unrelenting bass hand runs. The piece progresses to a clash of

chords, and then the main theme emerges again, quietly and this time peacefully. It

is my favorite of all of David Nevue's pieces. Other favorite tracks of mine on

this album include The Vigil, Variations, Winter Walk, and Walking in Shadow-- but

every piece on the album is strong, and it encourages repeated listening.



Lastly, for any pianist out there who may be interested, Nevue makes available for

purchase the sheet music for many of these pieces on his web site. I know that I enjoy

greatly the opportunity to learn to play music that I enjoy listening to. I can't (yet)

play "Overcome" as smoothly and with as much emotion as Nevue does, but it has been a

rewarding effort."
Great CD! I found a new favorite!
Rose | Sacramento, CA USA | 01/09/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)

"His CD reminded me of another one of my favorite pianists, George Winston. The CD is beautifully done and I love all the songs especially "Winter Walk." It makes me want to put lyrics to it. His style is original and not like the norm. I highly recommend this CD to anyone who enjoys the serenity and peacefulness of the piano with an inspirational twist."