Swap a CD: 15 Recently Posted CDs in Solo Instrumental

Various Artists - Narada Wilderness

Various Artists — 2013-05-20T15:10:01-05:00

Michael Hedges - Torched

Michael Hedges — 2013-05-13T20:17:44-05:00

When Michael Hedges died in late 1997, he left behind this set of recordings. This album, presented just as he left them, includes fourteen new tracks and a bonus live track from 1994. David Crosby and Graham nash recorded guest vocals posthumously, fulfiling his original wish of having them contribute to this album. No Track Information Available Media Type: CD Artist: HEDGES,MICHAEL Title: TORCHED Street Release Date: 02/09/1999

Various Artists - Evening With Windham Hill Live (Repackaged)

Various Artists — 2013-05-02T21:14:24-05:00

Various Artists - Narada Lotus Acoustic Sampler 5

Various Artists — 2013-04-27T22:34:15-05:00

Alex De Grassi - Now & Then: Folk Songs for the 21st Century

Alex De Grassi — 2013-04-20T18:25:35-05:00

Various Artists - Narada Decade Two: Evolution, 1992-2001 (2-CD Set)

Various Artists — 2013-04-19T22:35:33-05:00

Once a contemporary instrumental/New Age label to the core, Narada Records dramatically revised its aesthetic posture during the latter half of the 1990s. Following its acquisition by Virgin Records in 1997, Narada intensified its expansion into neighboring musical genres (principally world and jazz) and, as showcased on this two-disc sampler, has become a far more diverse label--practically a whole new Narada. How much has changed? Consider: On a 29-track compilation (all previously released material) with a running time that exceeds two hours, just one solo piano track appears ("Sunrise" by Russian pianist Kostia). Longtime artists such as Eric Tingstad & Nancy Rumbel, David Arkenstone, and Michael Gettel make appearances on disc one, while disc two demonstrates--sometimes to jarring effect--just how eclectic Narada has grown. The suave flamenco guitar of Oscar Lopez, for example, is followed by a sweaty brass-and-percussion workout by the all-star ensemble Cuba L.A., which is then followed by the detailed finger-style guitar of Don Ross. Flamenco (Chuscales) later leads into funk-flavored uptown jazz ("Onward, Upward," a terrific track from Alex Bugnon), then moves into an Oriental vocal dreamscape (Sheila Chandra), smooth jazz (saxophonist Warren Hill), and then a traditional Mexican-Indian vocal piece (Lila Downs). Worthwhile stuff, just a little strangely juxtaposed in a single package. Narada Decade Two serves more as a sampler that displays the label's diversity and eclectic nature than a cohesive listening experience. Looking for a bliss fest? Maybe try Narada Decade. --Terry Wood

Michael Hedges - Oracle

Michael Hedges — 2013-04-19T19:50:23-05:00

Michael Hedges's last album before his untimely death is one of his best. The 1996 album opens with "The 2nd Law," a quietly intense and introspective piece, and moves on through the percussive "Ignition," the sprightly "Gospel," and two variations on the same piece, "Jitterboogie" and the playful "Jitterboogie (Family Version)." The sole vocal piece on the album is a nice turn on the Beatles' "Tomorrow Never Knows," with Hedges backing himself on guitar and fretless bass. There are two other interesting cover choices, Henry Mancini's "Theme from Hatari!" and Frank Zappa's "Sofa No. 1." Oracle won the 1998 Grammy for Best New Age Album, and the award was richly deserved. --Daniel Durchholz

Japanese Traditional Anonymous James Galway Hiro Fujikake Michael Askill Greg White - The Enchanted Forest: Melodies of Japan

2013-04-19T08:32:08-05:00

Various Artists Grant Geissman Shahin Sepehr Brainscapes William Aura Bryan Savage featuring 3rd Force Douglas Spotted Eagle Chris Camozzi Craig Chaquico - Night Moves (Essence Collection)

2013-04-01T21:40:17-05:00

Sam Levine - Sax for the Soul

Sam Levine — 2013-03-07T13:30:59-05:00

Dave Isaacs - Flying

Dave Isaacs — 2013-03-02T13:02:13-05:00

Recorded at VuDu Studio in Freeport, NY with veteran engineer Bob Stander at the board and playing bass, Flying features ten Isaacs compositions performed on a collection of Parker Fly guitars. From the Wes Montgomery-inspired "Front Porch Swing" to the ambient poetry of "Sunrise" to the spaghetti-western-on steroids tribute "The Lonesome Gunslinger Saves The Day", Isaacs' stylistic range and command are evident throughout. Five tracks feature journeyman drummer Steve Holley, best known for his work with Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Joe Cocker.

Jacky Terrasson - Mirror

Jacky Terrasson — 2013-02-26T18:51:03-05:00

Dennis Doyle Thomas Loefke Kim Robertson Laurie Riley Michael MacBean Sileas Sylvia Woods Sedrenn Katie LaRaye Waldren Various Artists - Faces of the Harp: Celtic & Contemporary

2013-02-26T13:34:48-05:00

Various Artists - Narada Smooth Jazz

Various Artists — 2013-02-24T08:20:48-05:00

Suzanne Ciani - Solo Piano

Suzanne Ciani — 2013-02-20T23:58:52-05:00