Inspired by the ancient Egyptian musical world, Ambient Egypt explores the rich, timeworn sounds of surviving and reconstructed musical instruments. Over 70 minutes of music weave traditional and contemporary elements, e... more »voking the sense of mystery that surrounds ancient Egyptian civilization. This 2005 re-release features all original 1998 compositions remastered plus the bonus track to an Irvine's up-comming CD. Total running time: 72.02« less
Inspired by the ancient Egyptian musical world, Ambient Egypt explores the rich, timeworn sounds of surviving and reconstructed musical instruments. Over 70 minutes of music weave traditional and contemporary elements, evoking the sense of mystery that surrounds ancient Egyptian civilization. This 2005 re-release features all original 1998 compositions remastered plus the bonus track to an Irvine's up-comming CD. Total running time: 72.02
Member CD Reviews
Chris C. from AKRON, NY Reviewed on 2/21/2009...
There are actually 8 tracks on this CD. 08 - Sunboat Drifting
CD Reviews
Bringing to life Ancient Egyptian music
Gordon MacKinnon | Brisbane, Qld. Australia | 02/13/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Hello,Ambient Egypt brings ancient Egyptian music to life.
I would rate this CD as highly as these other ancient Egyptian music reconstructions, Michael Atherton`s Ankh and Ali Jihad Racy`s Ancient Egypt. In my opinion the strengths of this CD are the use of authentic reconstructed instruments which have as Irvine states: "the potential to create new music"."
It's not what you think
Maura Enright | 08/24/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Douglas Irvine obviously loves the sounds these instruments make; he has created a beautiful CD of "New music from ancient Egyptian instruments and surviving instrument specimens." Perfect mood music, perfect meditation music, AND - perfect "white noise" at the office. I bought my original at the Metropolitan Museum and have listened to it at least 300 times since then. I still hear something new everytime I play it."
Ancient music for a modern audience
Beau Mahurin | 02/27/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I second all the rave reviews featured above. However, I should add for the record: this CD is sometimes labelled (as mine is) as "IMMORTAL SOUNDS: A Musical Journey Through Ancient Egypt", published through Antenna Audio, Inc., CA. I found the recording at the New Orleans Museum of Art when a large travelling exhibit of Egypitan art and artifacts was on display. The music served as the background for the audio guide (under narration by Jeremy Irons) and was sold in the gift shop with the tour's other goods. I was trying to find info on the CD, and when I couldn't find it under that name, I got redirected to this entry. I thought I'd just clarify! :o)
But yes, indeed - beautiful, serene, and indeed ethereal music!"
An Auditory Journey
Carmen Taglia | chicago | 03/06/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"When I first heard "Ambient Egypt", I was struck by Irvine's ability to create imagery with ancient instrument replicas. As I read the liner notes, I realized what an amazing undertaking it must have been to create such a lush piece of music.This CD transports you to the dusty, sun-baked region of our planet where music was, and continues to be, an inherent part of the culture.I give this CD my highest recommendation. It is most definitely a fine addition to any true music lover's collection."
Track Listings (8) - Disc #1
Chris C. from AKRON, NY