A great blend of many styles,unlike anything you have heard
04/11/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Finally, a full set of original material that has used pop, rock, jazz, folk and classical that actually sounds good. After the initial listening you begin to then settle into the many layers of this subltle fusion of banjo, cello, trumpet, violin, electric guitar, synthesizer, bass, drums, and percussion. This sound cannot be categorized, only listened to......especially under the headphones."
Contemporary ensemble music for every day uplift!
08/09/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This contemporary "chamber orchestra" combines several genres of music to inspire, uplift and entertain today's weary souls. They are engaging performers in person and their new CD is easy to listen to DAILY on a CD player and in your mind. Their multi-level sound is hard to describe but should not be missed by anyone who responds to sometimes dramatic, sometimes light-hearted blends of musical genres and instruments. Never have I been more motivated to introduce everyone I know and now you, the reader, to such a new sound. If you can't experience them in person, as I have in a beautiful wine country outdoor setting, then don't hesitate to acquire their CD and welcome them into your living room, car, mind and heart."
Innovative and New
06/09/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Phil Hirsch and his Harmonic Orchestra bring new light to musical expression. They blend rock, pop, jazz, classical and bluegrass in ways never heard. This is a must for any true music fan's collection!"
Innovative Contemporary Instrumental Music
04/28/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is very unique.Phil Hirsch has done a great job in blending musical elements from the folk,rock,classical and jazz idioms to arrive at a collective sound for the group that open's you up as you listen. The collection of songs on the CD that I especially enjoy are Rain Forest, Shady Grove, Christine and To a distant shore...All the musicians in the group are top notch in their respective fields...This music should appeal to a very wide demographic group...Buy this CD...you won't be dissapointed!"