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Kevin Kern
Embracing the Wind
Genres: New Age, Pop

Track Listings (10) - Disc #1
1. Blossom On The Wind
2. Through Your Eyes
3. Childhood Remembered
4. The Silence Of Knowing
5. Above The Clouds
6. Bathed In Dawn's Light
7. From This Day Forward
8. A Secret Glove
9. Fantasia's Lullaby
10. A Gentle Whisper

CD Details

All Artists: Kevin Kern
Title: Embracing the Wind
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Real Music
Release Date: 4/3/2001
Genres: New Age, Pop
Style: Meditation
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 046286260028

Synopsis

Album Description

"It might surprise his listeners to hear that Kevin also plays impassioned jazz, the classics, gorgeous Beatles arrangements, jams alongside anything that moves (recently it was Rio-flavored didgeridoo) and he spontaneously creates melodies from images I offer him in a darkened recording studio -- with the tape running. Like the wind that can churn an ocean, uproot trees and yet be gentle enough to carry pollen on a summer breeze, Kevin has many faces. It has been my profound pleasure to work with and learn from him at the very source of his creative process. He has a love, a passion and a discipline for his craft that is truly inspiring. On Embracing the Wind, Kevin's fifth album, he welcomes some new influences to his musical palette. I know you will enjoy them". ~ Terence Yallop, President, Real Music

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CD Reviews

From Solo Piano Publications

Kathy Parsons | Florence, OR United States | 04/03/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Pianist Kevin Kern's fifth album for Real Music is another sweet and soothing musical journey to the gentle side of life. Kern is a master of the simple melody with a heartfelt message, and this is the perfect music to comfort and uplift a tired mind and soul. Kern composes many of his pieces with the idea that they will be used as a backdrop for other activities and for relaxation, so there are no sharp edges or jarring chords. Kern's music is as smooth as silk and as tranquil as a spring breeze. Most of the pieces on "Embracing the Wind" are upbeat and sunny, but my favorite is "Childhood Remembered", which is melancholy and nostalgic. Joining Kern on this track is Bay Area violinist Jeremy Cohen, whose heart-tugging solo clearly demonstrates why synth strings will never replace the beauty and poignance of the real thing. Guitarist Davis Ramey joins Kern on "Through Your Eyes" (another favorite!), "Bathed in Dawn's Light", and "A Secret Grove". Johnny Marshall on Synclavier provides additional accompaniment to Kern's piano. Some of the other highlights include the opening track, "Blossom On the Wind" which, as the title implies, gently floats and glides. "Above the Clouds" is very spare, but gorgeous - it reminds me a bit of some of Yanni's minimalist pieces with synth and piano. "Fantasia's Lullaby" is also very lovely, filled with the warmth and joy of a new life. "A Gentle Whisper" is a peaceful closing to an album that could easily be compared to a watercolor painting - washes of many colors without hard edges or defining lines.Kevin Kern's many fans will probably be happy to know that there is nothing startlingly different about his newest release. It is a continuation rather than an evolution, and there are no real surprises. When you have a winning combination, change is not needed. This is a very beautiful and calming collection of new pieces, and I highly recommend it for a soothing musical experience. Kern is definitely one of the best in this style of music!"

Beauty Beyond words.

D. A Furry | El Cajon, CA | 06/19/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I cannot express how beautiful Keven Kern's Embracing the Wind CD is. I have an extremely stressful job and after listing to this CD while driving home, for the first time in 11 years I have left the work day at work. Incredible music that touches my soul."

He does it again!

elizabeth robison | Tucson, AZ United States | 06/18/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is the fifth album that Kevin Kern has done.Each time, I think he has surpassed his last album,but I think this is the finest one he has done to date.His beautifully arranged pieces take you to a place where peace reigns and you can relax totally. His solo piano has a mix of synclavier,violin and acoustic guitar which make for an exquisite blend of harmonous sounds. You do not want this album to end.Track 7 -"From This Day Forward" was written for his fiance in honor of their June wedding and it is a shining tribute to her.On the jacket is written"Within each of us is a loving,magical,powerful being...a Real Self. Music,friend that it is,coccons us from our worries,enabling that hidden self to emerge".I think this is so profoundly touching and exemplifies this album. If you have not heard Kevin Kern before this is the album to buy.If you have,this will satisfy you beyond belief"